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CCEF Podcast: Where Life & Scripture Meet

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How do the treasures of Scripture connect with the troubles of life? As Christians, we have the privilege and challenge of exploring this question. Join CCEF faculty as they consider how Scripture meets us in day-to-day life, covering topics such as anxiety, grief, relationships, and more. Where Life & Scripture Meet is a biblical counseling podcast from the Christian Counseling & Educational Foun... more

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CCEF's second distinctive states: "Scripture comes from the mouth of God." But what does that mean for everyday ministry, counseling, and relationships?

In this episode, Gunner Gundersen is joined by Jonathan Holmes and Aaron Sironi to discuss how ... more

In this first episode of a new seven-part series on CCEF's distinctives, Gunner Gundersen sits down with Ed Welch and Jonathan Holmes to discuss the first distinctive: "The personal God gets personal with us." Together, they reflect on how Scripture ... more

Some of the most formative marriage counsel isn't found in a book, a technique, or a counseling session, but rather it comes from watching another couple walk faithfully with Jesus over time.

In part two of this conversation, CCEF's Gunner Gunders... more

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What if some of the most important biblical passages for your marriage don't explicitly talk about husbands and wives? In this episode, Gunner Gundersen and Aaron Sironi explore how the book of Philippians offers a powerful framework for navigating c... more

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Recent Guests

Jonathan Holmes
Executive Director at CCEF
CCEF
Episode: The Personal God Gets Personal with Us
Ed Welch
Long-time faculty member at CCEF
CCEF
Episode: The Personal God Gets Personal with Us
Aaron Sironi
CCEF faculty member and counselor with extensive marriage and family therapy background
Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF)
Episode: Unity in Marriage: Lessons from Philippians (Part 1)
Todd Stryd
Staff at CCEF, faculty member, mentor to counselors
CCEF
Episode: The Art of Mentoring
Mike Emlet
CCEF faculty member, discussing his personal caregiving journey
CCEF
Episode: The Beauty and Burden of Caregiving: A Personal Story (Part 2)
Michael Emlet
CCEF faculty member and clinician, author of multiple books on faith and counseling
Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation (CCEF)
Episode: The Beauty and Burden of Caregiving: A Personal Story (Part 1)

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Gunner Gundersen
Host of the podcast; Dean of Faculty at CCEF

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 553 ratings
  • Restoration

    Hi! I came across this podcast as I was praying for wisdom with a certain relationship with a brother in Christ. It’s been such a painful one the past 8 years, and I was finally at the point where I was ready to cut it off. A sister in Christ helped me rethink my motives. “How do you love Christ and love him as a brother in Christ in this?”. I was mad at the question. I started listing off all the reasons why I should cut him off. She sat there in silence listening to me. The more I talked the m... more

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    5
    Froggy Lover 7
    United States3 months ago
  • I thoroughly enjoy this podcast. Definitely one of my favorites. I look forward to the insights given and the manner in which the speakers share is so calming. I’m uplifted every time I listen.

    Audible
    5
    Shopper12345
    United Statesa year ago
  • Favorite podcast

    I thoroughly enjoy this podcast. Definitely one of my favorites. I look forward to the insights given and the manner in which the speakers share is so calming. I’m uplifted every time I listen.

    Audible
    5
    Shopper12345
    United Statesa year ago
  • Trauma

    Thank you for the sermon on trauma by Ed. It was so true and understanding. I’ve gone through a lot of trauma in my life. As a child, I was sexually abused by my father, which I know has filled me with fear of people. But the worst trauma to happen to my family and me was the death of my grandsons. They died 10 years apart. My mother died, my husband had a stroke and my beloved nephew died. My granddaughter has OCD and never been to school and can’t work.

    God has helped us all tremendously thr... more

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    5
    McCleodClan
    Canada2 years ago
  • My comfort podcast!

    Thank you for always pointing me to gospel truth and encouraging me in Jesus! As I serve on the field in the Middle East and do not have access to good Christian community or a local church to fill me up spiritually, I cannot even explain how meaningful and helpful your podcast has been to me. It’s not only practically helpful, but it always centers me back on Jesus and the beauty of His nearness and promises. I need the reminder. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
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    United States2 years ago

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High regard for compassionate, pastoral tone and community-oriented approach.
Thoughtful, biblically grounded counseling content that's practical for real-life relationships.
Positive reception of mentoring and leadership discussions, though some episodes vary in pace for casual listeners.
Strong emphasis on Scripture with psychology-informed insight.

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The Personal God Gets Personal with Us
Q: How did these distinctives come about as you look back on their genesis?
They emerged from a desire to prioritize certain themes in ministry after recognizing how similar doctrinal statements can be across churches; the aim was to highlight the features that uniquely characterize CCEF's approach to biblical counseling and its integration with church life.
Unity in Marriage: Lessons from Philippians (Part 2)
Q: What practical steps can a couple take to cultivate this imitation and unity in their own marriage?
Cultivate long-term mentoring relationships within the church, surround yourself with diverse, mature couples, and deliberately spend time observing and asking questions about how they handle conflict, burdens, and day-to-day decisions.
Unity in Marriage: Lessons from Philippians (Part 2)
Q: And can you talk a little bit about like where he turns and why that may be important and we can spend some time unpacking that?
Paul turns to imitation—calling believers to look to Christ and to fellow believers who live out a Christ-centered unity, using Timothy and Epaphroditus as concrete examples to imitate in everyday life and conflict.
Finding Faith When God Seems Silent
Q: What might God be doing in these kinds of situations where He seems so distant or He seems silent?
He uses these experiences to increase our trust and shape our character, but we may not always see immediate purpose.
Finding Faith When God Seems Silent
Q: How does it change what we think about who the Lord is when we haven't heard from Him?
We often interpret it as a sign that He doesn't care or that we've done something wrong.

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This show centers on biblical counseling and practical faith application to everyday life, with frequent deep dives into marriage, parenting, caregiving, grief, and spiritual growth. Conversations mix Scripture, real-life stories, and clinical wisdom from experienced CCEF faculty, aiming to help listeners apply gospel truth to relationships, leadership, and personal transformation. A standout aspect is the steady focus on relational health within a clear theological framework, plus approachable coaching on mentoring, leadership, and community support that can benefit counselors, pastors, and laypeople alike.

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