Self-Care Can’t Do This – But Jesus Can

Modern psychology has plenty of explanations for why you think, feel, and behave the way you do—but are they missing something essential? Dr. Greg Gifford examines how our culture’s understanding of human nature conflicts with the Bible’s teaching about the heart. Learn why a wrong view of yourself can lead to the wrong solutions for your deepest struggles. Transformed Podcast Episode 198 | October 15, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

What actually makes counseling biblical? Dr. Greg Gifford breaks down three very different approaches to counseling and explains why simply adding Bible verses doesn’t necessarily make counsel biblical. Learn what to look for when you need help—and why the authority and sufficiency of God’s Word matter. Transformed Podcast Episode 197 | October 8, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Another sleepless night? Dr. Greg Gifford examines the physical and spiritual factors behind poor sleep and shares biblical encouragement for finding rest when sleep won’t come. Discover how to surrender your worries, trust God’s care, and respond faithfully even when you’re exhausted. Transformed Podcast Episode 196 | October 1, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

What should you do when you’re ready for marriage—but Dad says no? Dr. Greg Gifford examines parental authority, biblical headship, and when an adult child is no longer required to obey. Learn how to pursue marriage without dishonoring your parents or surrendering authority Scripture doesn’t give them. Transformed Podcast Episode 195 | September 24, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Is your strong-willed child simply rebellious—or is something else contributing to the conflict? Dr. Greg Gifford explains how sin, parenting patterns, difficult backgrounds, and individual tendencies can all shape a child’s behavior. Learn how biblical parenting combines understanding with clear expectations, consequences, and faithful authority. Transformed Podcast Episode 193 | September 17, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Want to become more self-aware, understand other people better, and improve your relationships? Dr. Greg Gifford explains why what our culture calls emotional intelligence has important biblical counterparts—and why growing in Scripture should make you more compassionate, considerate, and relationally wise. The surprising path to understanding yourself better may actually begin by focusing less on yourself. Transformed Podcast Episode 192 | September 10, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Eastern Orthodoxy offers something many young Christians are craving: reverence, history, theological depth, and a church that feels anchored to the ancient faith. But Dr. Greg Gifford argues that beneath that appeal lies a crucial question about Scripture, tradition, and the gospel itself. Before you—or someone you care about—trades Protestantism for Orthodoxy, learn why your view of biblical authority determines far more than you may realize. Transformed Podcast Episode 192 | September 03, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Past wounds, harsh words, and repeated failures can leave you feeling permanently defined by what happened to you. Dr. Greg Gifford offers biblical hope by showing how a renewed mind, a right view of yourself, and confidence in God’s truth can break the cycle of self-pity. If you’re ready to stop living like a victim, this conversation points you toward lasting freedom in Christ. Transformed Podcast Episode 190 | August 27, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Life can leave real wounds—but does every hardship have to define you? Dr. Greg Gifford explores why Christians drift into self-pity, how a victim mindset distorts our view of God and ourselves, and where lasting freedom is found. If you’ve ever struggled with discouragement, insecurity, or feeling like everyone is against you, this conversation will challenge and encourage you. Transformed Podcast Episode 189 | August 20, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

What if your greatest need isn’t more self-care, but more Christ? Dr. Greg Gifford examines key biblical passages that redefine how Christians should think about guarding the heart, resisting sin, and caring for the body God has entrusted to them. You’ll leave with a clearer, more biblical framework for navigating today’s booming self-care culture. Transformed Podcast Episode 188 | August 13, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!