What's the #1 priority in your life—and what does your answer reveal about what truly motivates you?

In this two-part teaching through Philippians 3:7–14, Pastor Jeff Christianson calls us back to the highest priority of the Christian life: knowing God. The apostle Paul says everything else becomes "loss" compared to "the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord" (Philippians 3:8). In this episode, we unpack why knowing the Lord is the supreme treasure, how we come to the Father only through the righteousness of Christ, and why real discipleship always flows from abiding—never from anxious busy-ness.

You'll hear:

• Why knowing the Lord is the believer's highest priority (Philippians 3:7–8; John 17:3)

• David's charge: "Know the God of your father" (1 Chronicles 28:9)

• How God brings us from darkness to light (2 Corinthians 4:6)

• The three ways we grow in knowing Him: resurrection power, fellowship of sufferings, and being conformed to His death (Philippians 3:10)

• Pressing forward with a single focus: "one thing I do" (Philippians 3:13–14)

• A needed warning for distracted hearts: Mary vs. Martha—the one necessary thing (Luke 10:38–42)

This teaching is a fresh call to count all things loss, lay hold of Christ, forget what lies behind, and press toward the upward call—so we can live a visibly resurrected life in a dead world.

Scripture Focus: Philippians 3:7–14
Key Supporting Passages: John 17:3; 1 Chronicles 28:9; Jeremiah 9:23–24; 2 Corinthians 4:6; 1 John 5:20; Luke 10:38–42; Ephesians 1:17

"If you seek Him, He will be found by you." (1 Chronicles 28:9)

The Biblical Counseling Academy

We train Christians to counsel with Scripture so they can help hurting people find hope in Christ.

Many believers want to help others but feel unprepared to counsel biblically.

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In this final episode of our Family God's Way series, Pastor Jeff explores two pillars essential to every Christian household: the wisdom of God and the grace of God. Drawing from Proverbs 3:5–6 and Acts 20:32, we discover that families cannot flourish on human insight or human strength alone. Instead, the Lord invites us to trust Him with all our hearts, acknowledge Him in every matter, and receive the supernatural strength that comes through His grace.

This episode unpacks:

• Why marriages and families must learn to lean on the Lord's understanding—not their own

• How God promises to direct our paths when we acknowledge Him in all things

• The indispensable role of grace in sustaining relationships, overcoming weakness, and walking in unity

• Why Christian homes must become households of prayer, continually seeking God's help and enabling

• How the Lord builds, strengthens, and upholds the family by His Spirit

If you long for a home guided by God's wisdom and strengthened by His grace, this episode will point you back to the One who faithfully leads, empowers, and builds every household that trusts in Him.

Many believers want to help others but feel unprepared to counsel Biblically.
If that's you, you're not alone.

We train Christians to counsel with Scripture so they can help hurting people find hope in Christ.

At the Biblical Counseling Academy, you'll receive clear and practical training rooted in God's Word—designed for real ministry and real people.

In as little as 12 months, with just 5 hours per week, you'll be equipped and certified to counsel with confidence and clarity.

If you sense the Lord calling you to grow in this area…

👉 Your next step starts with a conversation. Call (828) 707-9034

Enroll today and begin your training.

What does it really look like for the Lord to build a home?

In this episode, Pastor Jeff continues the "Family God's Way" series by exploring three essential pillars of a God-built household: His Purpose, His Church, and His Glory.

Drawing from 1 Peter 2:9–10, Ephesians 1:22 23, and Colossians 1:18, we discover that:

• We are not just families—we are God's people, redeemed to proclaim His praises.

• We were never designed to grow alone—God shapes marriages and families through His church, the fullness of Christ.

• Above all, the Christian home exists for His glory, that Christ may have the preeminence in all things.

Pastor Jeff unpacks how these truths transform everyday family life, calling husbands, wives, parents, and children to live with a higher purpose than personal comfort or cultural ideals. When God's purposes guide the home, when the church supports and strengthens it, and when Christ is exalted above all, the household becomes a living testimony of His grace.

If you long for a marriage and family shaped not by self-interest but by Scripture, this episode will encourage, challenge, and refocus your heart on the One who builds the home.

Many believers want to help others but feel unprepared to counsel Biblically.
If that's you, you're not alone.

We train Christians to counsel with Scripture so they can help hurting people find hope in Christ.

At the Biblical Counseling Academy, you'll receive clear and practical training rooted in God's Word—designed for real ministry and real people.

In as little as 12 months, with just 5 hours per week, you'll be equipped and certified to counsel with confidence and clarity.

If you sense the Lord calling you to grow in this area…

👉 Enroll today and begin your training.

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