Dec 26, 2022
How would you approach a biblical theology of the gifts and fruit of the Holy Spirit? What passages are central to understanding the work of the Holy Spirit today? Sadly, many Christians do not approach the work of the Holy Spirit from this perspective. Many times, while they think that they are using a biblical...
Dec 19, 2022
In this week’s episode of the biblical counseling podcast, pastor Jeff Christianson takes some time to answer questions from listeners just like you! This episode is a good opportunity to remind listeners of a few opportunities to connect with pastor Jeff on a personal level. First, pastor Jeff always welcomes...
Dec 12, 2022
Jesus says that you will know people by their fruits (Matt 7:15–20). In those days, he was speaking to Jews who were conditioned to view their religious leaders as spiritually mature, while Jesus would criticize their clean outer appearances that disguise their dead hearts (Matt 23:27). If we want to ensure that we...
Dec 5, 2022
There is an important question every Christian must ask themselves, “How do I know if I am filled with the Holy Spirit?” This question is not asking, “have I received the Holy Spirit?” More clarifying, the question is asking, “How do I know if I have the fullness of the Holy Spirit?” How do I know if I...
Nov 28, 2022
In today’s world, there is a great need for spiritual discernment. It is difficult to recognize the true work of God in people’s lives. People can hide fleshly and carnal spirits behind Instagram posts, sleek websites, and attractive conferences. How can we be sure that our ministries and service for God are...