272: Knowing Christ Our Greatest Priority
The Biblical Counseling Podcast
What’s the #1 priority in your life—and what does your answer reveal about what truly motivates you? In this two-part teaching through Philippians 3:7–14, Pastor Jeff Christianson calls us back to the highest priority of the Christian life: knowing God. The apostle Paul says everything else becomes “loss” compared to “the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord” (Philippians 3:8). In this episode, we unpack why knowing the Lord is the supreme treasure, how we come to the Father only through the righteousness of Christ, and why real discipleship always flows from...
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271: Standing Strong in the Lord as a Christian Home
The Biblical Counseling Podcast
In this final episode of our Family God’s Way series, Pastor Jeff explores two pillars essential to every Christian household: the wisdom of God and the grace of God. Drawing from Proverbs 3:5–6 and Acts 20:32, we discover that families cannot flourish on human insight or human strength alone. Instead, the Lord invites us to trust Him with all our hearts, acknowledge Him in every matter, and receive the supernatural strength that comes through His grace. This episode unpacks: Why marriages and families must learn to lean on the Lord’s understanding—not their own How God promises to...
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270: When God Builds a Family for His Church and His Glory
The Biblical Counseling Podcast
What does it really look like for the Lord to build a home? In this episode, Pastor Jeff continues the “Family God’s Way” series by exploring three essential pillars of a God-built household: His Purpose, His Church, and His Glory. Drawing from 1 Peter 2:9–10, Ephesians 1:22 23, and Colossians 1:18, we discover that: We are not just families—we are God’s people, redeemed to proclaim His praises. We were never designed to grow alone—God shapes marriages and families through His church, the fullness of Christ. Above all, the Christian home exists for His glory, that Christ...
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269: God the Master Builder of Our Homes
The Biblical Counseling Podcast
In this episode, we explore the foundational truth of Psalm 127:1 (NKJV): “Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it.” Every marriage, every household, and every family is shaped by someone or something. Scripture teaches that God Himself desires to be both Architect and Builder of the Christian home. When we attempt to construct family life in our own wisdom or strength, the results are fragile, fleeting, and ultimately futile. But when the Lord builds the house, His work produces stability, unity, and spiritual fruit that endures. Join Pastor Jeff as he walks...
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268: The Centrality of Christ in Worship
The Biblical Counseling Podcast
What is worship really about? In heaven, all attention is fixed on one Person — “the Lamb who was slain” (Revelation 5:12). From Psalms to the Gospels to the Great Commission, Scripture reveals one unchanging truth: Christ is the central focus of all true worship. In this episode, we trace the thread of worship through key passages — from Psalm 2:12, to the disciples bowing in awe on stormy seas, to the worship of the risen and ascended Christ. Each moment reminds us that worship isn’t about our emotions or experiences, but about acknowledging the infinite worth of Jesus...
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267: Flee from Idols: Equipping Leaders in Biblical Counseling
The Biblical Counseling Podcast
What idols are threatening today’s Christian families? In this podcast, Pastor Jeff Christianson equips pastors and leaders to stand firm against cultural idols—money, pride, pleasure, and empty religion. Biblical counseling isn’t the same as secular therapy; it’s living a Christ-centered life and helping others do the same. Join Jeff as he calls leaders to flee idolatry (1 Corinthians 10:14), walk in humility, and shepherd God’s people with Scripture and the Spirit. Learn how to take your equipping further and become a Certified Biblical Counselor at Contact Jeff:
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266: Guarding Families Against Idolatry in the Home
The Biblical Counseling Podcast
When a family breaks under pressure, where do they turn? More often than not, it’s you—the counselor, the pastor, the leader—who steps into that gap. In this episode, we’ll walk through how God designed the family as the first place of discipleship, recognize when idolatry and misplaced priorities threaten their households, and how to redirect them toward Christ-centered living. If you’re called to lead, this conversation will sharpen your heart and strengthen your hands for the counseling ministry God has entrusted to you. Learn how to take your equipping further and become a...
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265: Worldly Threats To The Family
The Biblical Counseling Podcast
Today’s families are under attack like never before. In this episode, we uncover the cultural and spiritual dangers confronting the home—and, more importantly, the timeless truths of God’s Word that bring hope and healing. Together, we turn to Scripture for wisdom and encouragement on how to guard our households and shepherd our loved ones with grace and truth. Do you feel called to go deeper? If God has placed on your heart a desire to counsel and disciple others, visit https://www.counselorcertification.com to discover how you can be equipped as a certified Biblical counselor and serve...
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264: Counseling Ministry For All Believers
The Biblical Counseling Podcast
In this episode of the Biblical Counseling Podcast, Jeff Christianson shares a heartfelt reminder that every follower of Jesus is called to serve and to be equipped for that service, especially in areas like counseling and discipleship. He reflects on Ephesians 4:11 12, where it says God gave certain leaders apostles, prophets, evangelists, and pastor-teachers not to do all the ministry themselves, but to equip all believers for the work of ministry. That means it’s not just for pastors or full-time workers; every Christian has a role. Jeff encourages listeners to keep growing, whether...
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263: Is God's Word Sufficient?
The Biblical Counseling Podcast
In this episode, Pastor Jeff talks about how psychology is infiltrating the church. Instead of the church impacting the world around us, the world is infecting the body of Christ. So often, unbiblical, worldly messages are being brought into the church. The truths of Scripture are the message of the church and must not be mixed with humanistic philosophies. God’s Word is powerful. The people of God need to hold fast to the Word of God and the Gospel, which is the power of God for salvation and a changed life. Let us not embrace what is popular, but come back to...
info_outlineWhat’s the #1 priority in your life—and what does your answer reveal about what truly motivates you?
In this two-part teaching through Philippians 3:7–14, Pastor Jeff Christianson calls us back to the highest priority of the Christian life: knowing God. The apostle Paul says everything else becomes “loss” compared to “the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord” (Philippians 3:8). In this episode, we unpack why knowing the Lord is the supreme treasure, how we come to the Father only through the righteousness of Christ, and why real discipleship always flows from abiding—never from anxious busy-ness.
You’ll hear:
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Why knowing the Lord is the believer’s highest priority (Philippians 3:7–8; John 17:3)
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David’s charge: “Know the God of your father” (1 Chronicles 28:9)
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How God brings us from darkness to light (2 Corinthians 4:6)
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The three ways we grow in knowing Him: resurrection power, fellowship of sufferings, and being conformed to His death (Philippians 3:10)
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Pressing forward with a single focus: “one thing I do” (Philippians 3:13–14)
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A needed warning for distracted hearts: Mary vs. Martha—the one necessary thing (Luke 10:38–42)
This teaching is a fresh call to count all things loss, lay hold of Christ, forget what lies behind, and press toward the upward call—so we can live a visibly resurrected life in a dead world.
Scripture Focus: Philippians 3:7–14
Key Supporting Passages: John 17:3; 1 Chronicles 28:9; Jeremiah 9:23–24; 2 Corinthians 4:6; 1 John 5:20; Luke 10:38–42; Ephesians 1:17
“If you seek Him, He will be found by you.” (1 Chronicles 28:9)
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