
Transformed with Dr. Greg Gifford
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Not All “Christian Counseling” Is Actually Biblical Counseling
The Biblical Solution To Sleepless Nights And Restless Hearts
When Does a Parent’s Biblical Authority Actually End?
Is Your Strong-Willed Child Rebellious—or Something Else?
The Biblical Secret to Becoming More “Emotionally Intelligent”
The Biblical Problem at the Heart of Eastern Orthodoxy
Why A Renewed Mind Destroys Your Victim Mentality
Could Your View of God Lead to Victim Mentality?
Self-Care Can’t Do This – But Jesus Can
The Spiritual Problem With Today’s Self-Care Movement
Ruled By Anger? These Attributes of God Can Transform You
The Biblical Remedy For Anxiety You’re Probably Missing
Escaping Loneliness Starts With Seeing This More Clearly
Relational Hurt Is Real—But God’s Answer Changes Everything
Why Christians Get Stuck in Sadness — And How To Escape It
Conquer Fear By Remembering This About God
Freedom From Shame Starts With A Bigger God
Crushed By Past Regrets? Here’s the Biblical Cure
How To Stop Craving Constant Human Approval
How To Stop Overthinking And Start Walking In Wisdom
The Youth Sports Trap Christian Parents Keep Ignoring
Can Mind-Altering Drugs Truly Heal Trauma and PTSD?
Why “That’s Just My Personality” Isn’t Biblical
Stop Making Excuses—Start Stewarding Your Life Biblically
Discipleship Is the Mission—Here’s How You Actually Do It
Missions Isn’t Optional—Here’s Where You Fit In
The Hidden Danger For Christians With Pets

Biblical Leadership Vs Control: What Husbands Get Wrong
If submission feels like a constant battle, something underneath is broken. Dr. Greg Gifford reveals what you may be missing about true, biblical leadership. See how you can change everything in the home without forcing compliance. Transformed Podcast Episode 169 | April 02, 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!

Why You Can’t Kill Sin (And What Actually Works)
You’ve tried to fight sin by saying “no,” but your desires haven’t followed. Dr. Greg Gifford reveals the missing piece behind outgrowing sin—and how you can find true victory. Learn the biblical key to lasting change that shifts your affections, not just your behavior. Transformed Podcast Episode 168 | March 26, 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!

Losing Your Sin Battle? Find True Success Here
You’re tired of your sin, but you can’t stop doing it! Where do you go from here? If you want real victory over sin, Dr. Greg Gifford brings biblical truth to show you how success over sins is possible—and it relies on something surprising. Transformed Podcast Episode 167 | March 19, 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!

Why Your Own Willpower Won’t Result In True Sanctification
You can be disciplined, successful, and still enslaved to sin without true biblical self-control. Scripture reveals why willpower, routines, and external discipline cannot produce real sanctification apart from the Holy Spirit. Discover how Spirit-empowered self-control transforms your fight against sin and fuels lasting spiritual growth. Transformed Podcast Episode 166 | March 12, 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!

Don’t Let Embarrassment Dictate Your Spiritual Life
You may be repenting for things God never called sin—and it’s crippling your sanctification. Discover how a weak or misinformed conscience can trap you in unnecessary shame, fear of man, and spiritual paralysis. Learn how Scripture retrains your conscience so embarrassment becomes fuel for holiness, not bondage. Transformed Podcast Episode 165 | March 05, 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 Embarrassment Reveals About Your Heart
Being embarrassed is never fun - but there’s a theological truth behind it that you need to know. Join Dr. Greg Gifford as he shows you how informative your reaction to embarrassment can be - and what it may reveal to you that needs fixing. Transformed Podcast Episode 164 | February 26, 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!

Why Christians Shouldn’t Join The Military If They Lack THIS
Thinking about joining the military—or encouraging your child to? You need more than physical strength; you need spiritual stability. Discover the biblical filters every Christian must apply before signing that enlistment contract. Transformed Podcast Episode 163 | February 19, 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!

How This Friendship Boundary Could Save Your Marriage
Your marriage is under pressure in more ways than you realize—and it’s not just about communication or finances. Dr. Greg Gifford exposes the overlooked areas that quietly destroy marital unity: social friendships, work priorities, spiritual disconnect, and even your text threads. This episode offers biblically grounded, no-nonsense wisdom for Christians who want more than just a "good marriage"—they want one that reflects Chris Transformed Podcast Episode 162 | February 12, 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!

One Flesh, One Team: How To Stop Living Like Roommates
Many marriages don’t explode—they slowly turn into competition, frustration, and “roommate” living. God gave one command to protect unity: leave, cleave, and become one flesh. Ignoring it quietly fuels conflict, while embracing it reshapes priorities and restores real intimacy. Discover how Christ-centered unity can move your marriage from surviving to truly becoming one. Transformed Podcast Episode 161 | February 05, 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!

Preserving Dignity Or Playing God? How the MAiD Act Misses the Mark
Sympathy, compassion, pain, suffering - the arguments for “assisted dying” use terms the Christian can understand. But is medically assisted suicide ever something the Christian can permit? Dr. Greg Gifford discusses the issue of “assisted dying” and laws like the MAiD act, and the implications of this societal shift upon human dignity and the sanctity of life. Transformed Podcast Episode 160 | January 29, 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!

The Christian Case Against Medical Suicide
Medical Aid (MAiD) in Dying is expanding across the U.S., often framed as compassionate care for the terminally ill. But when language shifts from suicide to medical assistance, the theological stakes change. This conversation examines euthanasia, physician-assisted suicide, and the biblical view of life, suffering, and God’s sovereignty. If Christ alone is Lord over life and death, what does that mean for end-of-life decisions? Transformed Podcast Episode 159 | January 22, 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!

When Is A Christian Actually Justified In Quitting Their Job?
Dr. Greg Gifford fields questions from you, the audience! When should Christians quit their job? How should we think about boundaries? Learn how to apply the biblical worldview to everything in your life - and watch it be transformed. Transformed Podcast Episode 158 | January 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!

Parenting For Every Age: How To Point Your Children Toward Jesus
Dr. Greg Gifford offers a practical guide to raising godly children in today’s world. From toddler tantrums to teenage boundaries, this video provides a framework to help your kids grow in character, responsibility, and love for Christ. It's time to stop reacting and start leading. Transformed Podcast Episode 157 | January 08, 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!

Four Discipleship Habits For Godly Christian Parenting In The New Year
Dr. Greg Gifford explains how Christian parents can build an intentional, Christ-centered discipleship plan for their children. Instead of reacting to behavior, viewers will learn how to proactively guide character, competencies, and consequences with clarity. This conversation equips families to grow in unity, structure, and godly parenting. Transformed Podcast Episode 156 | January 01, 2025 ___ 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!

Can Social Media Be Sacred? How To Use Tech For God’s Glory
We all know the negative effects of social media, but can it be used for good? Join Dr. Greg Gifford as he lays out practical ways that believers can use technology for God’s glory and their own good. Learn how to use tech faithfully in a world of distractions. Transformed Podcast Episode 155 | December 25, 2025 ___ 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!

Plummeting Birthrates: Why A Small Device Has Had HUGE Consequences
Where were you when the iPhone was released? Dr. Greg Gifford details the devastating effects that the technological revolution has had on everything from relationships to birthrates. While the situation is dire, it’s not without hope. Transformed Podcast Episode 154 | December 18, 2025 ___ 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!

Prayerful Planning: How To Prepare For The Future With God In View
Dr. Greg Gifford sits down once more with guest James Parker to discuss faithful Christian productivity and planning. Are you afraid that, in planning, you are seeking to control what only God can? Let our hosts put you at ease as they explain the biblical principles behind planning and preparation. Transformed Podcast Episode 153 | December 11, 2025 ___ 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!

Here’s Why Faithful Productivity Isn’t Just About Doing MORE
We all know the negative effects of social media, but can it be used for good? Join Dr. Greg Gifford as he lays out practical ways that believers can use technology for God’s glory and their own good. Learn how to use tech faithfully in a world of distractions. Transformed Podcast Episode 152 | December 04, 2025 ___ 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!

Distractions Vs. Discipleship: How Your Environment Makes A HUGE Difference
Dr. Greg Gifford shares three powerful biblical principles on how your environment shapes your faith. Learn why King Solomon’s downfall still applies today—and how to avoid the same fate. You’ll walk away equipped to create godly spaces that cultivate Christlikeness. Transformed Podcast Episode 151 | November 27, 2025 ___ 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!

How This One Change May Be The Key To You Flourishing Spiritually
Dr. Greg Gifford explores the unseen influence your surroundings have on your spiritual life. Drawing from biblical narratives and modern examples, he highlights why changing your environment could be the key to personal growth. This lesson will challenge you to assess your culture, media, friendships, and church through a gospel lens. Transformed Podcast Episode 150 | November 20, 2025 ___ 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!

Ground Rules for Godly Communication with Parents When Dating
Join Dr. Greg Gifford as he discusses how to successfully navigate the tough, sometimes awkward dynamic between parents and the person you’re dating. It requires tact, grace, and trust - but those conversations don’t have to hurt! Transformed Podcast Episode 149 | November 13, 2025 - 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!

Forgive and Forget? Why Rebuilding Trust Takes Real, Hard Work
Is there a difference between forgiveness, reconciliation, and trust? Join Dr. Greg Gifford as he walks us through the relationship between these three things - and why we need them. Look to Christ, in whom you’re forgiven, and discover why forgiveness is such an important part of growth. Transformed Podcast Episode 148 | November 06, 2025 ___ 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!

How Much Ambition Is Too Much? The Fine Biblical Line Of Contentment
Have you ever wondered if you’ve truly found your contentment in the Lord? Join Dr. Greg Gifford for help navigating the complex relationship between contentment and ambition. Pitfalls abound, but biblical contentment in God is possible. Transformed Podcast Episode 147 | October 30, 2025 - 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!