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Merry Christmas from the boys! In this episode, Dr. O and Matt talk about the necessity for a good understanding of Christmas through the lens of God's Word. You do not have to be happy, but you do need to recognize that nothing is impossible with God. No matter the time or season, He is making all things new in His timing. Connect with us! Website – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

The consequences of sin infects the minds of every human. For many, child sex abuse is a part of their past and feel as if no one will listen to them. In this episode, Matt welcomes Dr. Cheryl Bell, an abuse survivor and biblical counselor focused on helping women biblically deal with their past and move forward into the victory found in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Listen to...

There has been a discussion in the world of biblical counseling over the last month or so, and some are pushing to be more clinically informed in the practice of biblical counseling. In this episode, Dr. O and his mentor, Dr. John Babler, push back against this statement and give their reasoning behind their beliefs and practices. If the Bible is sufficient for all things pertaining to life and go...

Emergencies happen suddenly and often without warning. How does someone truly expect the unexpected? In this episode, Dr. O and Matt talk about dealing with emergencies and give practical steps when you encounter one. After the immediate threat is dealt with, where do you go from there? Preparing for emergencies start with understanding that God is in control, and His Word gives us the keys to pea...

It is the holiday season, and Dr. O and Matt want to talk about thankfulness. In the business of life, people take a lot of things for granted that play a significant role in their lives. In this episode, the boys talk about the role of thankfulness in the believer's life and how that should extend to thanking God for giving His Word. Take some time this week and thank God for the little things as...

Some people call fear a powerful motivator, but others call it an inhibitor. Fear has the power to move people to action or freeze people into submission. When it comes to the latter, many people have not idea how to move forward. In this episode, Dr. O and Matt talk about how fear's hold on the believer should not stop them but push them to the throne of King Jesus. In good or bad times, hold on...

Work is a part of life, and it is what people were created to do. Though it can be difficult to take pleasure in it, God still gives strength to carry on. But are people missing the best part about life? In this episode, Dr. O goes on a journey about the importance of being a dad and setting family above his work, and Matt's here, too. God may give people the ability and drive to make a difference...

We live in a world where it is easy to pander to the loudest voices. But that should not be how the Christian operates. In this episode, Dr. O and Matt talk about standing for truth. Starting with Daniel 3, they will detail what it looks like to stand for truth in modern times and how the true test is found in believers actually taking the stand or letting evil triumph. Let the strength of God pus...

We here it from the church and the culture all the time: Family is important. However, what that means is very different depending on who you ask. In this episode, Dr. O and Matt want to answer that question according to what the Bible teaches. Jesus led sacrificially, and He did it side-by-side with humanity. If He is the example, then believers must take into consideration how to sacrificially l...

Agape love is the Greek word that the New Testament writers used to describe God's love. It is the highest form and most unused form of love by people today, including Christians. Unconditional love is difficult because it goes against someone's sinful nature, yet it is the love that Dr. O and Matt challenge listeners to embrace in their lives. Even if someone is deemed to be unlovable, God still...

A lot has transpired for Dr. O and Matt in the recent few weeks, so they just sit and talk about what has been going on. Jon wrapped up helping with the ACBC conference at the seminary, and Matt recently got back from a mission trip in San Diego. Listen to what they learned and how it affected them moving forward. Connect with us! Website – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soulcare.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

When Dr. O is working with addicts and those struggling with pride, he usually prescribes serving in a local church. Why? Well, that is what Matt wants to find out in this episode. Service is one of the many ways God demonstrated His love for humanity through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, so believers must follow in that example and serve others. The more we read and study Scripture,...

When God has done so much for believers, it is easy to lose sight of His goodness in the mix of our abundance. In this episode, Dr. O and Matt talk about how pride shows itself in the most common way: lunch after church. Instead of being gracious and forgiving, church goers are known as the most difficult people to serve at restaurants and other stores. When believers remember that they should be...

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When it comes to dealing with gambling, there are many issues bundled into one. Someone may gamble to get more money, but some may gamble because of pride or poor stewardship. In any case, Dr. O and Matt want to encourage listeners to stand on God's promise that He will give believers the ability to overcome any temptation or sin. Take a hold of that promise and cling to Jesus who never stops...

For those who have been Christians for a few years, the same insults get thrown around by unbelievers. Dealing with combative people can be difficult if they are unwilling to listen or consider other viewpoints. In this episode, Dr. O and Matt talk about faulty worldviews and how believers should prayerfully engage with differing worldviews. Lovingly listen and respond, but no one is able to fix a...

Dr. O works a lot. That's been well documented in this podcast, but is he a workaholic? In this episode, he and Matt discuss the difference between working a lot and being a workaholic. When believers prioritize Christ, they have the opportunity to live their life worthy of the Gospel both at home and at work. Changes will be made to show that our worship of God replaces our worship of ambitio...

It is pretty clear that Dr. O and Matt share some similarities in what entertainment they like. They have talked about it in passing, but in this episode, they focus on how believers should limit their entertainment. Like sugary sweets, too much can lead to some horrible habits and lifestyle choices, so choose to spend time in God's Word when there is some spare time during the day. Connect wi...

It's no secret that this world is broken and full of sickness. There are some sicknesses that last for years with seemingly no hope, and Dr. O has had family members suffer this way for most of his life. In this episode, he and Matt talk about the hope found in Christ that brings peace and comfort in chronic illness. Find hope in Jesus and see that suffering is not as powerful as the creator o...

Dr. O and Matt have talked about addiction for a while, so they are taking a break. In this episode, they discuss how to deal with unsaved family members. Believers' families should be their primary mission field, so take every opportunity to show and share God's love often! Be a person of peace and live in a way that pleases the Lord. Connect with us! Website – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

What is "identity in Christ" refer to? There are a lot of ideas out there, but what it comes down to is a believer claiming Jesus over everything else in life. For the addict, claiming Jesus over his or her addiction requires a radical change of heart, and this is exactly what God offers through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Listen to how you can experience real chan...

What does it mean to be transformed? This is the question Dr. O and Matt wrestle with in this episode. If living a transformed life is necessary to conquer the sin of addiction, then the believer needs to understand what it is. Do not be conformed to what kept you in bondage, but be transformed by the renewing power of the Holy Spirit! Connect with us! Website – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soulcare.i...

In the next section of Dr. O's curriculum, the boys discuss how God's sovereignty and our restoration works together for good. Addiction is not the unpardonable sin, and there is no amount of sin that God cannot forgive! These truths have brought many people to the saving hope of sobriety and freedom, so what is holding you back? Connect with us! Website – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soulcare....

We're diving in! Starting with this episode, Dr. O and Matt are going to walk through addictions and how God has shown a better way through following Jesus. Listen to how God changed Jon's life and brought him to a place of peace and sobriety through understanding biblical wisdom and discernment. Though relapse may happen, it does not have to everyone's story. Find out how you (or some...

Dr. O is back from Japan, and he's got a few things you can pray for. Pray for those who recently went through the training Dr. O led. Pray for the pastors that are exhausted from working a regular job as well as leading their churches. Pray that God would send believers to train the Japanese people in evangelism, theology, and counseling through mission trips and books being translated into J...