Shepherd Press Podcast

In this second part of our conversation about A Thankful Journey , Carl Hargrove and Shannon K. McCoy discuss the difference between worldly gratitude and biblical gratitude—gratitude that rejoices in God and his character. They share practical ways to incorporate gratitude into your daily routine and explain how to pursue a thankful journey even through suffering. Even in the darkest valleys, you...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, Carl Hargrove joins Shannon K. McCoy to discuss his new book, A Thankful Journey , and provide practical advice to help anchor your gratitude in God's character, remain thankful amid difficulty, and turn to the Psalms for guidance on your own thankful journey. This discussion serves as an honest reminder to rest in God's character and walk in thankful...

In this highlight episode, we revisit a conversation on holiness between Jon Scurtu and Shannon K. McCoy, where they share the meaning of our union with Christ and how it empowers us to pursue holiness. They also discuss God's power at work in us, our responsibility to pursue holiness, and the Holy Spirit's role in equipping us for that pursuit. Recommended Resources: Growing out of Sin and into H...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, Martha Peace joins us to reflect on the story and heart behind The Excellent Wife , and how God transformed her life through the gospel, led her into biblical counseling, and used ordinary faithfulness to impact generations of women and marriages around the world. Shannon and Martha discuss the foundations of biblical marriage, common misunderstanding...

In this episode, Shannon McCoy sits down with Ernie Bowman to talk about the deeper heart issues behind our scrolling habits. Rather than treating screen time as a simple productivity problem, Ernie challenges us to see it for what it often is: a matter of worship, desire, and identity. Together, they explore how social media shapes our affections, fuels comparison, and distracts us from the life...

In this episode, we revisit a conversation between host Shannon K. McCoy and Johanna Pressley on autism through the lens of biblical counseling. Together, they explore how parents, churches, and counselors can come alongside children with autistic traits in ways that are wise, patient, and grounded in God’s Word. Johanna shares from both personal experience and biblical training, helping listeners...

In this episode, Shannon K. McCoy sits down with biblical counselor and author Rachel Coyle to talk about her new Lifeline for Teens mini-book, Help! I’m Angry . Together, they explore the heart behind anger, the unique challenges teens face today, and the gospel-centered hope that leads to real, lasting change. Why anger is more than just a behavior problem—it’s a heart issue The biblical roots o...

Confrontation. For many of us, that word alone stirs anxiety, avoidance, or memories of conversations that did not go well. But what if confrontation is not opposed to love? What if it is actually an essential expression of Christlike love? In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, Shannon chats with Bill Newton, author of Confrontation: The Missing Element in Christlike Love . Drawing from d...

In this episode, Sarah Hopkins joins us to talk about her new book, You Don’t Got This, Mama: A God-Centered Way to Embrace Weakness in Motherhood . With honesty and tenderness, Sarah shares how motherhood exposes our limits—and how those limits are actually invitations to depend on Christ. This episode unpacks: Biblical motherhood vs. cultural self-sufficiency Embracing weakness instead of strivi...

Join author Sarah Hopkins and other women on our study of You Don't Got This, Mama: A God-Centered Way to Embrace Weakness in Motherhood . This will be a space for moms to gather, reflect, and encourage one another with the truths of the gospel as they apply to motherhood. From sleep deprivation to hormonal shifts, we’ll grow together and remind each other of the God who sustains us in our weaknes...

In Part 2 of our conversation with Rick Witmer, we focus on applying biblical truth through the “anchors” in his book Walking with God When I’m Afraid . Rick shares how seasons of anxiety in his own life shaped the anchor metaphor and explains how steady meditation on Scripture helps children (and adults!) find stability in life’s storms. This episode explores how to patiently shepherd anxious hea...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, pastor and biblical counselor Rick Witmer joins us to talk about anxiety in children — how it shows up and how parents can shepherd fearful hearts with biblical truth. Rather than offering surface coping techniques, Rick points us to something deeper: anchoring children in the character and promises of God. This episode offers biblical clarity, practi...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, host Shannon K. McCoy welcomes Richard and Deborah Burton, authors of When Death Does You Part , to discuss their deeply personal experiences with losing a spouse and navigating widowhood. They share how God's grace and promises helped them through their grief, leading to their eventual remarriage. The Burtons offer practical advice for those grieving...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, Shannon Kay McCoy sits down with Dr. Stanley Gale to explore how the book of Ecclesiastes speaks honestly to life “under the sun” while directing us to rest in God’s sovereign care. Throughout the conversation, Gale highlights how themes like vanity, joy, work, grief, and the fear of the Lord shape a faithful, grounded life. Ecclesiastes teaches us to...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, host Shannon K. McCoy sits down with Jon Scurtu, ACBC-certified biblical counselor, pastor at Logos Baptist Ministries, and author of Growing Out of Sin and Into Holiness, to unpack the doctrine of sanctification. Jon helps listeners move beyond common extremes of either self-effort or passivity, grounding growth in holiness in the believer’s union wi...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, our host, Shannon Kay McCoy, speaks with biblical counselor, mother, and author Johanna Presley to explore how God’s Word speaks hope and clarity into autism in children. Drawing from both personal experience and biblical counseling practice, Johanna helps listeners understand autism through a gospel-centered lens—one that points us to a framework roo...

We are so excited to announce our 10 Days of Giving with Sufficiency of Scriptures! During the next 10 days, you can enjoy 20% off all our resources, and we will match that with a 20% donation to S.O.S. Ministries. This is an amazing opportunity to resource yourself with gospel-centered, heart-focused content while supporting S.O.S. Ministries and their vision to raise faithful believers in Uganda...

In this episode, author Carol Trahan shares her personal journey through deep sorrow, marked by personal loss, unanswered prayers, and overwhelming despair. The discussion navigates the pain of depression from a biblical perspective and how God can use sorrow to create a ministry of comfort. Carol recounts her experience of loss, her husband's death, and the challenges of raising her children as a...

In this hope-filled conversation, our host Shannon welcomes author and biblical counselor Molly Bertles to address a topic rarely talked about: biblical counsel for women struggling with masturbation. Molly shares her story, explains why this matters deeply in the church, and offers gospel-centered help and encouragement to women who feel isolated by shame—along with specific verses and action ste...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, host Anthony Russo chats with author Matt Collier about his mini-book, ' Help! I Want My Life to Count .' Matt encourages teens to live for eternity, and use their skills and vocation to serve the Lord. He highlights the importance of community in making big life decisions, and the value of being faithful over fruitful. They discuss the difference bet...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, host Anthony Russo discusses the topic of teens and authority with guest Chris Anastos, author of 'Help! How Do I Respond To Authority?' . The discussion emphasizes the significant impact a good response to authority can have on others, including pointing them to Christ. Chris shares insights on the inherent blessing of authority as part of God's good...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, host Anthony Russo welcomes Tim Endean to discuss Tim's mini-book, 'Help, I'm Stressed Out'. The conversation delves into the various stressors teens face globally, the distinction between stress and anxiety, and the biblical approach to dealing with these issues. Tim shares insights from his extensive experience working with teens in various capaciti...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, host Anthony Russo welcomes guest Justin Daugherty to discuss his mini book, 'Help! I’m in Darkness'. Justin, a certified counselor, offers insights into the struggles faced by teenagers today, particularly focusing on depression. He explores the pressures of social media, school, and home life that contribute to this darkness. They discuss "coping me...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, author Zach Sparkman discusses the prevalent struggle with pornography, particularly among teens. Drawing from his Lifeline for Teens mini-book, 'Help! I Want to Stay Pure', Sparkman provides both statistical insights and practical advice on combating sexual immorality through a biblical lens. The discussion covers the physiological impact of pornogra...

In this episode of the Shepherd Press Podcast, host Anthony Russo interviews Leighton Upton about his mini-book, 'Help! I Want to Be a Leader'. They delve into the essence of true leadership as modeled by Jesus Christ, emphasizing that leadership is about influencing people by serving them. Leighton answers questions such as, "What makes a good leader?" and "How do I become one?" He also shares ho...