The Soul Care Matters Podcast

Join Jeff and special guest Pastor Bob Martin as they continue the series discussion on holistic care of self. In this episode they dive into what it looks like to care for oneself spiritually. This isn't your typical "read your Bible more" kind of chat, this ones gives far wider and more helpful and practical perspective.  Send us Fan Mail

Today the guys are introducing a new series on Biblical Self-Stewardship or Biblical Self-Care. This is a necessary topic for our world right now. Jump in with the guys and hear about why this is something we should consider. Resources mentioned: The Whole Life: 52 Weeks of Biblical Self-Care Send us Fan Mail

Author, counselor and speaker Jonathan Holmes joins the guys today to discuss sexual integrity and his book "Rescue Plan" that helps folks break free from sexual sin.  Resources mentioned in this episode:   Jonathan's Book Rescue Plan: Charting a Course to Restore Prisoners of Pornography An Open Letter to Those Frustrated by Their Progress in Sanctification Helping Those Who Are Da...

Join the guys as they welcome good friend Jim Soots to the podcast to discuss his history with sexual sin, his path to freedom and how God is now using him and his story to help others find healing and forgiveness in that area.  Send us Fan Mail

Today the guys start a new series on Sexual Integrity and the devastating effects of sexual sin. Join Jeff & Ryan as they talk about the important underlying reasons why people often fall into this trap.  Send us Fan Mail

Join  guest host Marla Vroegop this week as she sits down with her friend Rhoda as she shares her traumatic loss and impact it's had on her life. Listen as Rhoda encourages us with how she has walked through this trauma and how she has experienced the love of Jesus during some of the most challenging moments.  Send us Fan Mail

Man, this one is GOOD! Join Ryan & Jeff as they welcome Beth Broom to the show to share her experience and expertise regarding ways in which we should consider trauma. Whether you are a trauma survivor, caring for a survivor of trauma or simply want to know more about this topic, this episode is for you! Beth's Website Christian Trauma Healing Network Ministering to Survivors of Trauma Fr...

It's time for a new series on Trauma. This is a tough one to dissect quickly, so we will take our time. In this episode the guys simply talk about trauma, what it is, how its become such a buzzword, and how should we, as followers of Jesus, consider this important topic? Send us Fan Mail

In our ongoing series on friendship, we have invited life-long friends Megan & Sarah to join Ryan and talk about their friendship, what makes it work, what makes it last, and how other might go about developing new friendships. This is a good one, you'll laugh, cry, and maybe even learn a thing or two! Listen to Megan's Lifestory Episode Empathy vs Sympathy Video - Brene Brown Send u...

This episode has to be Ryan's favorite episode ever of the Soul Care Matters podcast. In this episode Ryan is joined by three of his closest and most life-giving friends for a roundtable discussion about friendship, how theirs began, how it works through conflict, and practical ideas for establishing friendships of your own. Made for People: Why We Drift into Loneliness and How to Fight for a...

Welcome to the new series on friendship. This one is going to be a little bit of a different vibe. In this series we will talk about the need for friendship, how the lack of it affects you, and even hear some strong friendships discussed and unpacked.  Send us Fan Mail

It's the third episode in our opening series on anxiety. This is the episode that will provide some practical tools for you to put in your tool belt as you seek to manage your own anxiety. This is just an overview as you could do a years long podcast just on this topic. If you want an even deeper dive, consider joining an Managing Anxiety Cohort with Luma Counseling or joining the Capable Lif...

This is episode 2 of our series discussing anxiety. It's finally here! This is the episode Ryan has been wanting to produce for almost three years. Join Ryan & Jeff as they welcome pastor and author Steve Cuss to the podcast to discuss chronic anxiety and it's effects on us but also some helpful ways to manage it. If you're only able to listen to one podcast this week, make sure...

Welcome back! We are here with season four of the Soul Care Matters Podcast. In this episode Jeff & Ryan talk about how season 4 will be a little bit different and intro our first series topic: Anxiety.  Send us Fan Mail

Thanks for listening to season three of the soul care matters podcast. We hope you enjoyed it. We are already busy producing season 4. Listen in and get a quick sneak peak into what we have in store for you next season.  Send us Fan Mail

In the final episode of season 3 Jeff & Ryan tackle one of the hardest topics they have discussed yet. Forgiveness. Listen in as they talk about what forgiveness is, what it isn't and the common misconceptions regarding this tough issue.  Also, forgive us (pun intended) for only doing a brief flyover in this episode. We will revisit this in future episodes!  Send us Fan Mail

Today the guys are joined by Dwight and Kim Wharton. These two have been married for more than 34 years and provide some insight and funny stories that help illustrate the ways in which they have maintained and even thrived in marriage.  Send us Fan Mail

Today the guys welcome friend and Licensed Mental Health Counselor Dr. Michael Trexler to discuss ways in which caregivers, counselors, pastors, people-helpers can struggle to maintain work/life balance and also ways in which they can pursue health.  Send us Fan Mail

Pastor Alex Anderson joins the guys today to share some insight and practical wisdom on the daunting task of navigating technology with students and kids. Don't miss this one, its extremely helpful.  Send us Fan Mail

Rejoin the conversation from our last episode where we began unpacking the critical concept of childhood vows.  Send us Fan Mail

This week the guys tackle the concept of childhood vows. This one is particularly meaningful in Ryan's life. Listen to his story of how childhood experience and the vows he made as a result greatly impacted his life, even to this day.  This is part 1 of a 2 part series on Childhood vows.  Send us Fan Mail

Today you'll hear a familiar voice sharing their lifestory. Pastor Mark Schuitema, executive pastor at Pennington Park Church shares his story of rescue and redemption.  Send us Fan Mail

Capable Life Coach, Jimmy Carnes, joins the guys this week to give some insight into this anxiety tool called "differentiation." Ryan says this is one of the most helpful and profound episodes he's ever been a part of. This is one you don't want to miss. If you're interested in learning more about differentiation and learning how to manage anxiety, consider joining our fri...

In this episode the guys welcome back one of their favorite guests, Marla Vroegop, licensed social worker and counselor at College Park Church. She shares much of her research, insight and experience working through attachment theory with those in her care. This episode is especially poignant and beneficial, check it out today. Video referenced in episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IeHcsFqK7...

Come listen to Angie's story about growing up and some of the trials that came her way, how they affected her, and how she has processed that as a follower of Jesus. This is a good one that many will relate to.  Send us Fan Mail