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In this episode, Caleb is joined by Jason Kovacs (MA, Reformed Theological Seminary) Executive Director of Gospel Care Colletive to discuss counseling complex cases and the importance of gospel-centered principles. Together, they explore how to navigate severe trauma, relational struggles, and the integration of scripture with clinical insights.

In this week's episode, Caleb is joined by Ernie Baker (DMin, Westminster Theological Seminary) Professor of Biblical Counseling to discuss how biblical counseling addresses severe trauma and complex cases without relying on secular psychology. Together, they emphasize the sufficiency of Scripture, the role of the church, and the importance of biblical worldview in counseling.

In this episode, Caleb is joined by Sam Williams (PhD, California School of Professional Psychology) Professor of Biblical Counseling at SEBTS to discuss his journey from clinical psychology to biblical counseling. Together they explore the reality of mental illness, and how Scripture and psychology intersect in mental health care.

In this interview, Caleb and Marshall Adkins (PhD, Midwestern Seminary) Professor of Biblical Counseling at MBTS explore the biblical view of mental illness, and discusses the role of the church in mental health care. Discover how Scripture provides comprehensive solutions for suffering and how pastors can effectively shepherd their congregations.

In this episode, Caleb is joined by Dr. Nate Brooks and Dr. Kristen Kellen, biblical counseling professor from SEBTS to explore the nuances of trauma and biblical counseling. They discuss how to approach trauma in a way that honors scripture while engaging with clinical insights, offering practical guidance for counselors and church leaders.

In this week's episode, Caleb is joined by Francine Tan (PhD, Midwestern Seminary) a biblical counselor based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to explore biblical perspectives on trauma, the body, and mental health, contrasting secular and biblical approaches. She emphasizes the sufficiency of Scripture, warns against secular psychological theories, and offers practical guidance for pastors and counselors.

In this episode, Caleb is joined by Ken Keathley (PhD, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary) Professor of Theology at Southeastern Seminary to discuss the doctrine of the sufficiency of scripture, its different nuances, and its application in biblical counseling. Together, they explore historical misfires, theological distinctions, and practical principles for applying scripture faithfully in a complex world.

In this episode, Caleb is joined by Sean Perron (PhD, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary) Associate Pastor at First Baptist Church of Jacksonville, FL, to discuss the sufficiency of scripture in biblical counseling. Together they explore the distinctions between formal and material sufficiency, and address common misconceptions regarding common grace and general revelation. Perron further emphasizes the importance of relying solely on the Bible and the church for life and sanctification offering practical insights for pastors and counselors.

In this episode, Caleb is joind by Brad Hambrick (EdD, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary) Pastor of Counseling at The Summit Church in Durham, NC to discuss the history of therapy and the biblical counseling movement, exploring key distinctions, theological foundations, and the evolving landscape of biblical counseling. Aimed at pastors, counselors, and church members.

In this episode, Caleb is joined by Heath Lambert (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Jacksonville, Florida to discuss the history of therapy and biblical counseling, emphasizing the sufficiency of Scripture and the dangers of syncretism with secular psychology. They explores the theological roots of modern counseling movements and offers guidance for pastors and counselors today.

In this week's episode, Caleb is joined by S.A. Fix (PhD, Catholic University of America) is the Senior Pastor of Reformed Presbyterian Church of Bowie to discuss the theology of 1-2 Samuel. Together they discuss the main idea, purpose, structure, and key themes of the book. Resources: 1 Samuel by S.A. Fix2 Samuel by S.A. Fix1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart by Dale Ralph Davis2 Samuel: Out of Every Adversity by Dale Ralph DavisA Son to Me: An Exposition of 1 & 2 Samuel by Peter Leithart

In this in-depth interview, Caleb sits down with Richard Blaylock (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) Professor of Biblical Studies at University of Northwestern to explore the biblical, theological, and doctrinal aspects of divine reprobation, emphasizing its significance in understanding God's sovereignty, justice, and salvation history highlighting practical implications for believers. Resources: The Doctrine of Reprobation (article) by Richard BlaylockVessels of Wrath, Volume 1: The Witness of the Old Testament to Divine Reprobating Activity by Richard BlaylockVessels of Wrath, Volume 2: The Witness of the New Testament to Divine Reprobating Activity by Richard BlaylockPredestination: An Introduction by Andy Naselli

The Gospel is not just a command—it's an offer accompanied by God's genuine desire for sinners to be saved. But what does that really mean for how we preach and present Christ?In this episode, Caleb is joined by Sam Waldron (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) president of Covenant Baptist Theological to discuss the common misconceptions about the free offer of the gospel, exploring its biblical foundation, historical debates, and practical implications. Discover how God's universal call to repentance aligns with the sovereignty of His election, and why understanding this distinction transforms both your preaching and your assurance of salvation. Resource: The Crux of the Free Offer: A Biblical, Confessional, and Theological Explanation and Defense of the Well-Meant Offer of the Gospel by Sam WaldronThe Gospel Worthy of All Acceptation, or the Duty of Sinners to Believe by Andrew FullerAndrew Fuller by John Piper

In this week's episode, Caleb is joined by Ian Vaillancourt (PhD, University of St. Michael's College) associate professor of Old Testament and Hebrew at Heritage Theological Seminary in Cambridge, Ontario to discuss his new book Unfolding Redemption. Together they explore the heart of the gospel in the story of Old Testament history. Resources Unfolding Redemption: The Heart of the Gospel in the Story of Old Testament History by Ian VaillancourtThe Dawning of Redemption: The Story of the Pentateuch and the Hope of the Gospel by Ian Vaillancourt

In this episode, Caleb and Drew Sparks (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) Pastor of Trinity Reformed Baptist Church explore the relationship between philosophy and theology, emphasizing the sufficiency of Scripture and how philosophy serves as a handmaiden to faith. The discussion covers topics like natural theology, the role of philosophy in understanding doctrines, and how to approach Scripture with a Christian metaphysic. Resources Institutes of Elenctic Theology by Francis TurretinThe Consequences of Ideas: Understanding the Concepts That Shaped Our World by R.C. SproulJust Words? by Paul HelmFaith, Form, and Fashion: Classical Reformed Theology and Its Postmodern Critics by Paul Helm