Joyful Journey
Joyful Journey is a podcast designed to inspire and equip women to passionately pursue beautiful, biblical truth in their daily lives. Host Janet Aucoin is joined by co-hosts Noelle Haynie and Leah Bechtold as they explore what it means to be women of God. Each episode encourages listeners to choose truth and, in doing so, choose joy. The show offers practical and spiritual encouragement for women seeking to grow in their faith.
Episodes
Living a Life of Joyful Lament
Have you ever had the rug pulled out from under you? Perhaps you are carrying a persistent regret or a trial that refuses to let up.In this episode, Janet and Leah continue their conversation on the biblical practice of lament. Together, they examine our natural, fallen tendencies to run, vent, or shut others out when suffering strikes and contrast those reactions with the redemptive act of taking
Biblical Trust: Learning to Trust Wisely
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I'm just a trusting person," until someone proved you wrong? Or perhaps you’ve wondered whether forgiving someone means you must immediately trust them again.In this tender and truth-filled conversation, Janet and Noelle explore what Scripture teaches about trust, forgiveness, wisdom, and the safety we have in Christ. While God calls us to pla
Missions-Focused Life
Does “missions” feel like something meant for someone else—someone willing to move to a remote jungle or across the world? It’s easy to assume missions is not for us and move on.In this episode, Noelle Haynie, who grew up as a missionary kid in Santiago, Chile, shares three meaningful ways every believer can take part in God’s mission. From praying for and supporting missionaries, to serving well
Dealing with Crisis - with John Babler
When a crisis comes, it rarely arrives at a convenient time. And when someone we love is hurting, it can be hard to know what to say—or how to help.In this episode, Noelle talks with Dr. John Babler, a longtime fire and police chaplain and seminary professor, about bringing the compassion of Christ into life’s hardest moments. He shares a simple, practical framework for caring well: showing compas
Wayward Children
Can you feel joy while your heart aches for a child who’s walked away from the faith? For parents living that tension, it can feel impossible to reconcile.Janet Aucoin talks with returning guest Stuart Scott about his devotional on wayward children, unpacking Isaiah 1 and Romans 9 to show that God knows the ache of rebellious children. They discuss confession, community, and resting in God’s sover
Encouragement for Foster Parents
Foster care can feel isolating, even within a loving church community, but no one has to walk this journey alone. In this episode, Janet talks with Leah, a foster mom, about biblical encouragement for foster parents and practical ways churches can love and support the families around them. Leah also shares a heartfelt, Scripture-rooted invitation for more Christians to consider fostering, pointing
Handling Mistreatment - with Kevin Carson
When someone you love causes you pain, how do you name what’s happening, and how do you respond in a way that honors Christ? In this conversation, Janet Aucoin sits down once again with repeat guest Kevin Carson to explore how counselors discern the nature and depth of mistreatment in relationships, from safety concerns to a person’s emotional and spiritual well-being. Drawing from the stories of
Finding Joy in Christ
What if joy was deeper than whatever season you are in? What if the kind of joy that lasts is the kind that stays rooted in Christ, not in circumstances?Janet and Leah point to Philippians to show that real joy is found in Christ alone, even in prison, plenty, or pain. They highlight Paul’s Gospel-centered perspective, Christ’s humility, and practical ways to pray, give thanks, and keep an eternal
Dependence on the Lord - with Noelle Aucoin
Are you truly depending on Jesus for your strength and growth, or are you quietly relying on your own effort, working harder, pushing through, and hoping He notices?Janet Aucoin welcomes her daughter-in-law Noelle Aucoin, who shares vulnerably from two years of unexpected physical limitations and how God used them to teach her about self-sufficiency’s quiet grip. Together they explore three facets
Scripture Memorization & Bible Reading
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Scrupulosity - with Josh Aucoin
What if an intense focus on sin is actually keeping you from Christ rather than drawing you closer to him?In this episode, Janet Aucoin welcomes her son Josh, worship pastor at Faith Church, for a thoughtful conversation about scrupulosity, the tendency to become so fixated on sin that it leads to paralysis instead of peace. Together, they explore the biblical roots of self-righteous moral anxiety
Sleeplessness & Rest
Can you experience true spiritual rest even when a good night’s sleep feels out of reach? Janet and Noelle explore the difference between physical sleeplessness and spiritual rest, drawing on a biblical theology of rest developed by Dr. Rob Green of Faith Bible Seminary. They examine what Scripture says about rhythms of work and rest and point listeners toward the soul rest found only in Christ, e
Expectations in Friendships
Have you ever felt hurt by a friend who didn’t meet your expectations, perhaps expectations you may not have voiced? Janet and Leah discuss the subtle but dangerous ways unspoken expectations shape our friendships, explore Scripture’s vision for biblical community built on “one another” commands, and examine what it looks like to pursue friendships for God’s glory rather than personal fulfillment.
Resentment - with Dr. Jones
Is the anger you’re carrying really bitterness in disguise, quietly robbing you of the freedom Christ purchased for you?Janet Aucoin welcomes back Dr. Robert Jones, professor at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, to examine the line between anger and resentment and walk through six gospel truths that bring genuine freedom. They explore how clinging to bitterness means assuming the role of judg
Spiritual Goal-Setting
Most of us set goals for our finances, our health, even our careers but how often do we consider spiritual growth goals? Janet Aucoin and cohost Leah explore why intentional faith goals matter, grounding the conversation in David Powlison’s insights on sanctification and the surprising truth that God uses different scriptural motivations in each of our lives. Practical tools like Randy Patten’s si
Biblical Singleness in Our Relationships
Our culture often treats singleness as a problem to be solved—but what does Scripture actually say?Janet Aucoin and co-host Noelle Haynie explore what it looks like to cultivate meaningful relationships both as a single person and with the singles in your life. Drawing from the examples of Jesus, Paul, and Mary and Martha, they discuss the unique opportunities that singleness provides, how married
You're Not Alone: Women and Masturbation - with Molly Bertles
Masturbation is a topic many women feel too ashamed to discuss—yet far too many struggle with it alone. What does the Bible say, and is there real hope for change?Janet Aucoin sits down with author and biblical counselor Molly Bertles to discuss her book You Are Not Alone: Biblical Counsel for Women Struggling with Masturbation. They explore the unique ways women are tempted, why naming this as si
Crushing the Enemy's Head Part 2
When God’s people face impossible odds, where can we find lasting hope?Janet and Alexandra conclude their series on Judges 4-5, exploring Jael’s defeat of Sisera and the stark contrast between Canaanite and Yahweh’s treatment of women. They connect this story to Genesis 3:15 and reveal how Deborah and Jael point us to Christ—the ultimate deliverer who will defeat our enemy permanently.Episode Tra
Crushing the Enemy's Head Part 1
The story of Deborah is often used as evidence for women in leadership. But what if that’s missing the point? In this two-part series, Janet and a returning cohost Alexandra explore the deeper theological truths behind the story of Deborah, Barak, and Jael from the Book of Judges. Join them as they uncover what God was really doing in the lives of these remarkable women and discover how understand
Gospel Motivations for Forgiveness - Part 2
Episode TranscriptResourcesPodcastsForgiveness - Joyful Journey Podcast Forgiveness Sermon Series - Milton Vincent BooksThe Gospel Primer - Milton VincentWebsiteMasters of Arts in Biblical Counseling Faith Bible SeminaryVisit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes.Emails us with questions or comments atjoyfuljourneyquestions@
Gospel Motivations for Forgiveness - Part 1
With the new year comes a new season of brand new episodes, and new cohosts through the season! Forgiveness is one of the most difficult responsibilities of the Christian. When we’ve been hurt deeply, how can we show forgiveness to those who’ve wronged us?Janet Aucoin and one of our new cohosts, Noelle Haynie, explore Christ’s example of forgiveness from the cross. They examine His intercessory wo
Anxiety and Panic Attacks (Re-airing)
Many Christians struggle with an anxious heart that can lead to panic attacks. How can we as Christians consider this often overlooked symptom of an anxious heart? In this episode, Jocelyn & Janet discuss how to handle anxiety and panic attacks with a biblical perspective.Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new episodes for the next several months. This is a season of regrouping and
Making Marriage a Safe Place — with Brent Aucoin (Re-airing)
Marriage is one of God’s most intimate gifts — a covenant where two imperfect people are invited to reflect the love of Christ. Yet, because we’re all sinners, marriage often becomes the place where our weaknesses and failures are seen most clearly. In this episode, Brent and Janet have an honest and hope-filled conversation about what it looks like to build a Christ-centered marriage — one that’
Theology of Worship — with Josh Aucoin (Re-airing)
The word worship stirs a wide range of thoughts and emotions across different Christian communities. In this re-aired episode, we’re joined by Josh Aucoin for a thoughtful conversation about what worship truly is. Together, we explore the heart behind worship—why we do it, and what corporate worship means to God and to the people in our churches.Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new e
Basic Bible Study Principles — with Sandy Esgar (Re-airing)
You know you want to dig into God’s Word. But… where to begin? Our special guest, Sandy Esgar, joins Jocelyn and Janet this week to share some basic Bible study principles that will encourage you to grow deeper in your understanding of Scripture.Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new episodes for the next several months. This is a season of regrouping and refocusing for us and we appre
Parenting 3: Special Needs Parenting — with Rita Jamison (Re-airing)
A special guest joins us today to wrap up our mini series on parenting, with a look into how to care for our children with special needs. Rita Jamison will share her wisdom on how the Lord has equipped us through His Word and a relationship with Him to love those who are often isolated and hurting.Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new episodes for the next several months. This is a se
Parenting 2: Bring Them Up (Re-airing)
In part two of our parenting mini-series, Janet and Jocelyn are back to explore what it truly means to raise our children up in the Lord—helping families weave the Gospel into ordinary moments that will bring glory to our God.Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new episodes for the next several months. This is a season of regrouping and refocusing for us and we appreciate your patience
Parenting 1: Foundations (Re-airing)
Join us this week as we learn how to create a home where children naturally choose righteousness by experiencing the beauty of God’s ways. This episode shares practical tips for Christian parents to foster faith without pressure, making God’s path inviting and real for kids.Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new episodes for the next several months. This is a season of regrouping and r
Meekness (Re-airing)
Today’s culture often pushes back on the value of meekness, yet Jesus Himself presents meekness as a mark of true strength. Discover how understanding the gentle, yet powerful nature of biblical meekness can fill life with hope. In this uplifting conversation, Janet and Alexandra explore the beauty of a quiet spirit modeled after Christ, and the profound freedom found in accepting what God allows—
Unfulfilled Longings (Re-airing)
Join Janet Aucoin and Alexandra Nitzschke for an inspiring conversation about the deep longings within every heart—and how a biblical lens reveals glimpses of God’s goodness all around us. Discover hope in the waiting as you recognize the blessings hidden in everyday moments. Don’t miss this heartfelt episode that invites listeners to find purpose and peace, even in times of uncertainty or trials.
Antidote to Anxiety (Re-airing)
We’re revisiting one of our very impactful episodes, where Janet Aucoin and Alexandra Nitzschke walk through the complex topic of anxiety and its various underlying heart issues by studying the Sermon on the Mount. Through thoughtful discussion and biblical insights, they explore how anxiety often reveals deeper struggles and how, in our relationship with Christ, we can discover true freedom amid
Prayer in Temptation (Re-airing)
Joyful Journey welcomes co-host Alexandra Nitzschke back to the podcast! Janet Aucoin and Alexandra will discuss the story of Gethsemane from Matthew 26 and the stark difference between Jesus and His disciples as they respond to temptation. Their story helps guide our thoughts about how we react when temptation comes our way: Desperate prayer is a powerful tool the Lord uses to help us overcome th
Changing What You Treasure — with Brent Aucoin (Re-airing)
Join us for a special re-airing of this heartfelt episode where Joyful Journey welcomes Janet's husband, Pastor Brent Aucoin. Together, they delve into the deep desires of our hearts—exploring why we want what we want and the roots of those desires. Drawing insights from Genesis 3, Brent and Janet unpack how our choices are shaped and offer guidance on aligning the treasures of our hearts with
Joy in Trials (Re-airing)
Join Janet and Jocelyn as they revisit the powerful truths found in James 1, uncovering how we can pursue genuine joy—even in the midst of life’s toughest challenges. Whether you’re struggling to make sense of your own trials or supporting someone else through theirs, this conversation offers hope, encouragement, and practical wisdom for finding purpose when God’s plan feels unclear.Joyful Journey
Unjust Suffering (Re-airing)
Join Janet and Jocelyn as they explore the transformative power of God’s hesed love—His steadfast, covenant-keeping kindness—in life’s hardest moments. When suffering comes, whether from the consequences of another’s sin, unexpected accidents, global crises, or the ache of living in a fallen world, it often feels profoundly unfair. Yet, in the midst of struggle, looking to Christ’s example and His
Demonstrating Hesed (Re-airing)
Last episode, we explored the hesed love of God - a sacrificial love that faithfully pursues even to its own hurt. Today, Janet and Jocelyn will take a look at what hesed love can look like, as we as Christ's followers attempt to live it out in everyday life.Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new episodes for the next several months. This is a season of regrouping and refocusing fo
Hesed (Re-airing)
Our re-aired episode for this week is entitled, “Hesed.”When you picture the love of God, what comes to mind? In this episode, Janet and Jocelyn invite you to discover the depths of God’s faithful Hesed love—a love that is unwavering, sacrificial, and relentless in its pursuit, even to those who turn away. This is a love that gives first, gives most, and gives even when it costs everything. Join u
Purpose and Rescue (Re-airing)
Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new episodes for the next several months. This is a season of regrouping and refocusing for us and we appreciate your patience as we do this. That means we will not be airing our quarterly recaps on each of the gospels as we anticipated, but don’t let that stop you from digging into the gospels! We’re taking this opportunity to share some previously r
Fear of the Lord
One of the seemingly confusing concepts in Scripture is the fear of the Lord. If God loves and cares for us, how could we fear Him, and why would we need to?This week, Janet and Jocelyn explore what it means to fear the Lord by examining the Scriptures. They discuss how we often fear many things in life, and how these fears can be misplaced. The ladies guide us to understand why fearing the Lord a
Union With Christ
One of the many blessings of accepting Christ is our union with Him—but what does it truly mean to be one with Christ?This week, Janet and Jocelyn take a closer look at what it means for a Christian to be united with Christ. Union with Christ is often overlooked or misunderstood because it can feel abstract or hard to grasp, yet it’s key to understanding the rich blessings we receive through salva
Embracing Weakness
We as humans are naturally limited in our strength, and there’s much we cannot accomplish through our own power. What wisdom does the Bible offer about our inherent human weakness?In this week’s episode, Janet and Jocelyn explore the concept of weakness and what Scripture reveals about the limitations we were created with. The ladies discuss how embracing our weaknesses can actually point us towar
Gospel Challenge: Matthew
The first in our gospels in a year challenge. Jocelyn talks about how the gospel of Matthew has been a blessing for her to study and reminds us of the next book to study for the second quarter of the year.
Anger - with Dr. Jones
Anger can sometimes feel overwhelming, leaving us wondering about its true origins. What does the Bible say about anger, and is it possible to experience it in a righteous way?This week, Janet and Jocelyn sit down with Dr. Robert Jones, professor and department chair of Biblical Counseling at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. As an accomplished author and adjunct professor a
Choices and Consequences
Our lives are filled with choices, some easy and some difficult. What does the Bible say about how God views our decisions and their impact on our journey?Janet and Jocelyn dive into the powerful consequences of following God's ways this week. Through heartfelt conversation, they explore Scripture and reveal how God consistently expresses His desire to bless those who walk the path of righteou
Live Q&A BCTC 2025
Our hosts, Janet & Jocelyn, had the opportunity again this year to record a special live episode at our church’s Biblical Counseling Training Conference in Lafayette, Indiana. Janet and Jocelyn answer audience questions submitted online. We enjoyed meeting many of our listeners and we hope this can be a blessing to those who weren’t able to attend live. For more information about the Biblical
Reproductive Health - with Dr. Wickert
The topic of conceiving and bearing children can often feel difficult to discuss - but it doesn't have to be. What does scripture say about our desire to build families?
This week Janet and Jocelyn welcome Dr. Dan Wickert, an OB-GYN and chairman of the hospital board for the Western region of the Sisters of St. Francis. He shares insights on our desire to have children, and how to approach med
Special Needs Parenting #2 — with Tirzah Birk
Navigating life with a child who has special needs can be an overwhelming journey, filled with unique challenges and emotional complexities. How does faith provide guidance when confronting the realities of suffering and disability?
Janet and Jocelyn welcome back Tirzah Birk, a mother of four who brings profound insights from her personal experiences. In this continuation of their special needs pa
Special Needs Parenting #1 — with Tirzah Birk
Every family touched by special needs walks a unique path, filled with its own distinct challenges, moments, and daily realities. But in the midst of these circumstances, is there room for joy?
Janet and Jocelyn welcome Tirzah Birk, a mom of 4 whose husband is a pastor at Faith Church in Lafayette, IN. Tirzah shares her heart about the everyday challenges faced by parents of children with special
Special Announcement for 2025 Scripture Challenge
Exciting new scripture challenge for 2025! Join us as we read through gospels throughout the year looking for Jesus.
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Surprised by Jesus - Dane Ortlund
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2025 Scripture Reading Challenge
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Ask Us Anything 2024!
This week brings our yearly "Ask Us Anything" episode, where Janet and Jocelyn dive into your questions and point us back to Scripture along the way. Thank you for all your great questions – we hope this episode lifts your spirit as we gear up for an exciting lineup of topics in 2025.
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Suffering - Paul Tripp
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Light Has Dawned
In this week's special episode, Janet and Jocelyn discuss the hope of Christmas. They remind listeners of God's redemptive plan, which He fulfilled through the Christmas story.
The light of the Christmas story is not merely an addition to an already-illuminated world, but rather the sole hope and radiant light that illuminates the path to a relationship with the Holy One, the Prince of Peace, the
Dementia — with Keri Allen
Caring for family members with dementia can be exhausting, difficult, and can even feel hopeless. What guidance can we find in the scriptures to support those caring for individuals with dementia?
In this episode, Janet and Jocelyn interview Keri Allen, a former special education teacher who served as the primary caregiver for her father from his early-onset frontotemporal dementia (FTD) diagnosis
Thanksgiving
In today’s episode, Janet and Jocelyn explore the importance of giving thanks in all circumstances. Whether in easy or difficult times, the Lord's steadfast love never fails. Together, they share Biblical wisdom on maintaining a thankful heart through every season.
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A Shepherd’s Look at Psalm 23 - Phillip Keller
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Idols of the Heart
Idolatry might seem like something relegated to ancient cultures worshiping statues of stone, bronze, or gold, but how does it manifest in modern-day culture?
This week, Janet and Jocelyn dive deep into idols of the heart. While they've touched on this topic in previous episodes, it deserves its own dedicated discussion. Heart-idolatry can stem from virtually any desire—even those that appear "goo
Parenting Anxious Children — with Amy Baker
In our hyper-connected era, many children grapple with worry and anxiety. How can parents nurture faith and peace in their kids amidst these challenging times?
Janet and Jocelyn discuss parenting anxious children with Dr. Amy Baker, Ph.D., Resource Director at Faith Church, board member of the Bible Counseling Coalition, and ACBC certified counselor. They explore using God's Word, particularly the
Are Boundaries Biblical?
What are "boundaries" in relationships, and are they biblical? Many counselees use this term, but its meaning isn't always clear.
Janet and Jocelyn examine the origins of "boundaries" and explore biblical teachings on relationships, particularly how loving our enemies intersects with setting personal limits. Can Christians set biblical boundaries in relationships?
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Judging vs Judgmentalism — with Rob Green
"Judge not that you be not judged" is often invoked by Christians feeling scrutinized. But what does Scripture actually say about discerning right from wrong versus being judgmental?
This week, Janet and Jocelyn welcome Dr. Rob Green - author, pastor, and counselor. As MABC Department chair at Faith Bible Seminary and an ACBC fellow specializing in marriage and reconciliation, Pastor Rob explores
Discontent, Self-Pity, and Despair
What do you do when all hope seems to be lost? How can Christians support one another through times of discontent and despair?
In this episode, Janet and Jocelyn explore the challenging topics of discontent, self-pity, and despair. They discuss the root causes of these struggles and suggest that discontent with God often lies at the heart of the matter. The hosts examine the concept of biblical co
Grief in Adoption — with Pam Bauer
Adoption offers a picture of the spiritual adoption Christians experience in Christ. However, for many adopted children, this journey can also involve deep sorrow and grief over the separation from their birth families.
This week, Janet and Jocelyn have the honor of hosting Pam Bauer, a graduate of Faith Seminary’s MABC program. Pam and her husband have adopted 12 children from Russia. Pam dedicat
Loneliness
Despite being more connected than ever through social media, many people today are struggling with what some have termed “the loneliness epidemic.” But what guidance does the Bible offer on the topic of loneliness?
This week, Janet and Jocelyn explore loneliness from a Christian perspective, reflecting on how Christ’s example can shed light on our feelings of isolation. They delve into the roots o
Humility — with Stuart Scott
Pride can easily take root in the hearts of Christians, often unnoticed. Humility is frequently seen as the remedy for pride, but how can Christians genuinely cultivate this virtue?
This week, Janet and Jocelyn interview Dr. Stuart Scott, a seasoned educator who has taught at Southern Seminary and Masters Seminary, and is now collaborating with Bob Jones University to establish a counseling center
Spiritual Affirmation
Often in the Christian life, we are called to encourage others spiritually by affirming their right choices. However, it can be challenging to avoid the pitfalls of flattery. What does Scripture say about affirming others in spiritual matters?
This week, Janet and Jocelyn discuss how to genuinely affirm others on their spiritual walk. They explore the importance of motivation, emphasizing that aff
Meditation and Contemplation
Meditation is frequently recommended in popular culture as a way to alleviate stress and anxiety while fostering a sense of calm. The Bible, however, provides specific guidance on what authentic, biblical meditation and contemplation should entail.
This week, Janet and Jocelyn explore the tenets of biblical meditation and contemplation, highlighting how they differ from worldly perspectives. They
Teaching Children a Biblical View of Sex
Parents often feel overwhelmed, unsure, and nervous about speaking with their kids about sex, but what principles about “the talk” can we find in scripture?
This week, Janet and Jocelyn explore how Christians can approach conversations about sex with their children. They share personal examples of discussing the beauty of biblical sex, highlighting how their approaches varied based on each child&#
God's Providence — with Aaron Birk
We welcome special guest, Aaron Birk, to the podcast to talk about the sovereignty and providence of God. In this episode, we talk about this beautiful, theological topic that can be difficult to grasp. We answer some of the big questions about God’s sovereignty.
Aaron is the pastor of global missions for Faith Church and Pastor of Faith West Ministries. Aaron oversees Faith Church West, internati
Postpartum Depression — with Dan Wickert
In this episode, we welcome special guest Dr. Dan Wickert to the podcast to discuss a highly requested topic, postpartum depression. Postpartum depression is a common experience of moms that is not always well-understood.
As an OBGYN doctor and certified biblical counselor, Dr. Wickert brings deep knowledge and experience as Janet and Jocelyn discuss this sensitive and complex issue from a medica
Crippling Fear — with John Henderson
Fear can often seem all-consuming and overpowering, especially in our fallen, sin-cursed world. How can Christians see fear in light of the Bible?
Today’s episode features a returning guest– renowned author Dr. John Henderson, an associate pastor at University Baptist Church in Fayetteville, AR. In addition to being a professor of Biblical Counseling at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary,
Biblical Authority
Christians can often be tempted to bristle underneath the authorities God has given us. It can be hard to submit to certain authorities in our lives, and sometimes it can be hard to discern how far submission should go.
This week, Janet and Jocelyn discuss a biblical basis for authorities and submission–not only in marriage, but throughout the Christian life.
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Understanding Trauma Biblically — with John Henderson
Humans will inevitably experience suffering which is often labeled as “trauma”, but how would the Bible define trauma?
Today’s episode features renowned author Dr. John Henderson, who is an associate pastor at University Baptist Church in Fayetteville, AR. In addition to being a professor of Biblical Counseling at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, he is a board member for the Biblical Co
Results of Our Salvation
Christians know that the main focus of Easter is Christ’s resurrection providing salvation, but what does salvation really do?
Janet and Jocelyn discuss the benefits of salvation not only to the believer, but God’s self-glorifying plan of redemption. This week we are reminded that salvation of sinner is ultimately to the praise of God’s glorious grace.
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Understanding the Conscience — with Andy Naselli
In popular culture, the conscience is often depicted as a little voice that tells you what you should do. How does the Bible describe the conscience? Does our conscience interact with our emotions?
This week on the podcast, we welcome special guest Dr. Andrew Naselli to discuss the conscience, the topic of his book entitled– Conscience: What is it, How to Train it, and Loving Those That Differ. Dr
Live Q&A BCTC 2024
Our hosts, Janet & Jocelyn, had the opportunity again this year to record a special live episode at our church’s Biblical Counseling Training Conference in Lafayette, Indiana. Janet and Jocelyn answer audience questions submitted online. We enjoyed meeting many of our listeners and we hope this can be a blessing to those who weren’t able to attend live. For more information about the Biblical
Loving Their Soul
In American culture the word love can be overused, seem trite, and easily misused. Biblical love, on the other hand, is love as exemplified in the life of Christ and how he selflessly cared for the souls around Him.
In today’s episode, Janet and Jocelyn discuss how biblical love cares for the souls of others by making it easy for them to pursue righteousness.
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Contentment — with Adam Murphy
Our hearts are constantly crying, “More, more!” Rarely do we find ourselves completely at peace with the circumstances in our lives. So what is it about humanity that makes it so difficult to be content? And what even is contentment - just feeling happy all the time even as the world crashes down around you?
Janet and Jocelyn help us find a biblical definition of contentment and overview how we as
Learning to Love God's Word
Do we need our souls refreshed? Do we need to be made wise? Do we need joy in our hearts and light in our eyes? All of these things can be found in learning to love the Word of God.
Janet and Jocelyn walk us through Psalm 19, a psalm of David that shows the delight of deep affection for the truth of God’s Word.
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O Lord Our Rock and Our Redeemer - Sovereign Gr
Ask Us Anything! 2023
It’s that time of year again: Ask Us Anything! You submitted questions to our team, and we chose as many as we could to respond to in this Q&A style episode to close out our Season 3 episodes for 2023.
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Between Us Girls - Trish Donohue
Beautiful Girlhood - Karen Andreola
Girl Talk - Caroline Mahaney
Feminine Appeal - Caroline Mahaney
Becoming a Titus 2 Wo
The Christmas Miracle — with Brent Aucoin
Jesus has many names, but one of His Names that is mentioned most at Christmas is Immanuel, meaning “God with us”. Where does this Name come from, and how are we supposed to understand the prophetic work of Isaiah in light of the Christmas story?
Janet's husband Pastor Brent joins us to help teach us how the old testament prophecy in Isaiah 7 foretells the birth of Christ, who is “God with us”
Importance of Church Community
The New Testament repeatedly calls the church community the body of Christ. That sounds simple enough, but it takes hard work to develop loving, Christlike relationships in our church community.
Listen to this episode as Janet and Jocelyn discuss the importance of being involved in a church community. They discuss the different ways that a church community can help us all grow more like Christ in
Thanksgiving: Four Favorites
Thanksgiving is a time when we set aside a special episode to rejoice over the Lord’s blessings in our lives and to give thanks to Him as the Giver of all good gifts!
For our Thanksgiving special, Janet and Jocelyn share and explain their current favorite…
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We hope all our listeners are able to take some time to reflect and rejoice over God's faithfuln
Biblical Decision Making
From the moment we open our eyes to when our head hits the pillow, our lives are filled with a million and one decisions, small and great.
As Christians, we want the choices we make to honor the Lord and to align with His wisdom and love as described in Scripture. This episode, Janet and Jocelyn consider how to make wise decisions that bring glory to God in the big and small moments of our lives.
