Soul Care Nomad

The Fruit of the Spirit gives the believer the strength to live out life's toughest moments. For Dr. O, Galatians 5 was the passage that showed him what he was missing in his pursuit of fulfillment, and he talks about how each part has impacted his life. Even when life gets tumultuous, God makes it possible for believers to be satisfied in every situation. Connect with us! Website – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

It happens. Situations we put ourselves in or times when things outside of our control pile up cause a great deal of stress, but is there any hope of relief? In this episode, Dr. O and Matt talk about situations that cause stress and the rest that Jesus provides to help us work through it. Though our problems may not go away, Jesus gives believers the strength to endure and thrive in moments of st...

There are many times counselors encounter difficult cases, but sometimes the cases feel too overwhelming. In this episode, Dr. O talks about his three most difficult cases and how he dealt with them. Through success and failure, the main goal of any session is to lead counselees to the foot of the cross. Be encouraged because Jesus is the one who equips those who He calls. Connect with us! Website...

A lot has happened in the last few years when it comes to civil justice. However, Dr. O and Matt want to push back a little on how believers should view justice. Instead of demonizing people, look at the world through God's eyes and think about how His love and mercy work with right justice. Every person is a sinner in need of a savior, and Jesus is offering the freedom everyone needs. Connect...

Sex can be an uncomfortable topic in the church, but the effects of sexual immorality must be dealt with. In this episode, Dr. O and Matt talk about the dangers of sexual immorality, how believers can avoid it, and baseball. Live a life that is in the light of the Gospel for the benefit of yourself and your family. Connect with us! Website – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠soulcare.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email – sou...

"Who can counsel?" This is the question many people ask about biblical counseling, and the answer is simple. If you love God, love people, and study the Bible consistently, you can counsel! Though some hard cases are out there, so are those with experience to help give you answers you may have. The beauty is found in the Word of God and the Holy Spirit's direction. Connect with us! W...

There is a lot of baggage that comes with the word "single," but this does not mean that single people should let that define them. Instead, Matt and Dr. O want to encourage listeners to serve and obey God in every season of life because THIS is what God truly wants. The church is a place for people of all walks of life unified under the lordship of Christ and their love for each other,...

Today, Dr. O is being let off the leash to talk about how people can best help those struggling with addiction. Consider how you can love a family member, friend, or someone at church in a radical but tough way. God is never far from those who are struggling, so be the light to someone in need of God’s love! Connect with us! Website – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ soulcare.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email – soulcarenomad@gm...

It's the question everyone has asked countless times throughout history: How did Dr. O and Matt get into biblical counseling? Well, have no fear, dear listener. The boys talk about how God led them to biblical counseling in VERY different ways. Maybe you are seeking how the Lord wants to use you in helping His people? Give it a listen and see if God is leading you in a similar direction! Conne...

Biblical counseling, though focused on the spiritual side of life, should not distance itself from taking care of the body. In this episode, Dr. O and Matt want to encourage listeners to continually check their physical health because it can affect their spiritual health as well. Because we have both physical and spiritual parts, we must glorify God by taking care of both! Connect with us! Website...

In this episode, Dr. O and Matt welcome their first guest! Britni has experienced the highs and lows of life, but God has greatly used her to help many men and women work through the suffering they go through. Her ministry, Hearts Like Hannah's, focuses on those who struggle with infertility and infant loss, giving biblical hope to those who feel alone. Listen to how she went through her own h...

There are a lot of things trying to capture our attention, and there are many Christians who allow their priorities to get out of order. Matt and Dr. O shows how Scriptures says believers should order their lives and argue that this gives freedom and peace to those who are obedient to God's Word. Stand on your faith in Jesus, your love for your family, and let everything else follow those two...

A life of repentance is not living in fear of sinning and constantly pleading with God for forgiveness but a recognition of our need for it. Matt and Dr. O discuss how this frees believers to approach God's throne with confidence knowing that God willingly forgives those who place their faith in Christ. They also goof around during the episode, but that's just who they are. Alternate name...

There are plenty of times when it is easy to compromise when we should stand for our Christian values, but is there ever a good time to compromise? Dr. O and Matt discuss this and more in this episode. The main thing to remember is that if you stand for nothing, then you will fall for anything. Connect with us! Website –  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soulcare.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email – soulcarenomad@gmail.com Facebook –  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In a culture of doing whatever makes you happy, obedience to God's Word is seen as outdated and boring. However, there are reasons Christians should follow the statutes of Scripture, so Dr. O and Matt discuss these reasons and why they matter. If God created everything, then it might be best to follow Him. Connect with us! Website –  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠soulcare.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email – soulcarenomad@gmail.com Face...

*WARNING* The audio quality is crunchy due to a user-caused microphone malfunction. There are a lot of resources that talk about why the church should care for people, but what does this look like? Dr. O and Matt talk about the how-to of discipleship and the importance of setting the standard from the pulpit. Be encouraged to consider how you can best care for and bring up the next generation of l...

"The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is safe" (Proverbs 29:25, ESV). In this episode, Dr. O and Matt talk about how the fear of man is like setting a trap and then walking into it. Instead of thinking about how other people perceive you, think about how God sees you. This frees people to no longer be bound by the opinions and thoughts of others but to live a life...

There are a lot of titles people wear with honor, but are they worthy of that honor? In this episode, Dr. O and Matt push back against that notion and want to encourage people to think carefully about what defines them. Through Christ, the baggage of our diagnoses, the hardships of our past, and the difficulties of our lives no longer hold a tight grip on us. The life, death, and resurrection of J...

Many people struggle with a fear of failure, but it is important to remember that failure does not always mean final. Mistakes can be opportunities to grow in our love for God, and Dr. O and Matt want to discuss what success and failure looks like in God's eyes. Be encouraged to get back up and continue looking to God for your strength and courage to do the right thing! Connect with us! Websit...

A lot of baggage comes with the word "depression" that can lead to many thoughts. In this episode, Dr. O and Matt want to walk through how depression can take over our thoughts and what it takes to overcome the feelings of despair. Listen to them walk through some recommendations and Bible passages, and prayerfully ask God to give you the people and resources for help. List of internatio...

Anxiety can make our minds feel torn between so many things, but how can we get our thoughts back in line? Dr. O struggled with anxiety in the past (and struggled while recording this episode), and God has carried him through the mess plenty of times before. Listen to which people struggled with anxiety in the Bible, some practical advice when we go through episodes, and how God gives us the info...

Welcome to the first episode of Soul Care Nomad! In this episode, our hosts introduce themselves and lay some groundwork about where they are coming from. This podcast isn't just for people in biblical counseling but anyone who is searching, broken, or randomly found it. Give it a listen! Connect with us! Website – soulcare.io Email – soulcarenomad@gmail.com Facebook – Soul Care Nomad