Grace Fellowship International: Recent Episodes
John Woodward
Teachers of a school for Sudanese children in Cairo, Egypt met with John Woodward for a continuing education meeting. Recorded on March 23, 2025. Grace Fellowship International
A group in Cairo met for a number of weeks for Lifeline Caregiving and Grace Fellowship lessons. The series concluded with an afternoon of instruction with John Woodward. This is session two of two. This wrap up teaching event was followed by an inspiring graduation service. Recorded on March 22, 2025. Grace Fellowship International
A group in Cairo met for a number of weeks for Lifeline Caregiving and Grace Fellowship lessons. The series concluded with an afternoon of instruction with John Woodward. This is session one of two. This wrap up teaching event was followed by an inspiring graduation service. Recorded on March 22, 2025. Grace Fellowship International
"Incarnational Reality" (Luke 1:26-38; Col. 1:27) is a biblical discipleship lesson given by John Woodward, for the Deeper Life Discipleship Study, Dec. 6, 2021. Grace Fellowship International.
Presented at the Deeper Life Discipleship Study, by Dr. Robert Semco. November 4, 2024. Grace Fellowship International
Dr. Lewis Gregory teaches on the centrality of God in the Biblical Counseling Process. Dr. Gregory is Director of Source Ministries International (www.SourceMinistries.net). Recorded at a training event in TN. Grace Fellowship International, 2012.
Linda Gammon is interviewed by John Woodward. She testifies about her spiritual journey, equipping experiences, and ministry involvement. She and Lynn Adams are authors of the recently published, Life in Christ: A Personalized Discipleship Notebook. August, 2024. Grace Fellowship International
This is a spiritual journey testimony of Elizabeth Walker, presented to the Deeper Life Discipleship Study on June 17, 2024. Grace Fellowship International
Mark McKeehan preached this message on Philippians 2:12-16 at Northstar Church (south) on
Eve shared her personal and ministry testimony at a zoom meeting on April 8, 2024. She is a GFI associate and author of Getting at the Heart: Guide to Personal Revival. Interviewed by John Woodward. Grace Fellowship International
Participants at the Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop have testimonies at the conclusion. Recorded on March 7, 2024 in Pigeon Forge, TN. Lynn, Janet, Samantha, Tom, Natalie, Connor, Dominic, Veronica, Josephine, Daniel, Eileen and Terre
Chris Hodges presented his spiritual journey testimony for the Deeper Life Discipleship Study's online meeting. Chris leads Abiding Above Ministries in Tennessee. www.AbidingAbove.orgGrace Fellowship International
A lecture by Paul Travis of Freedom in Christ Ministries. Presented at the Solomon School of Grace Fellowship International
Mark McKeehan preached this message at the beginning of the Missions Conference week at Calvary Baptist Church, Knoxville, Tennessee. Nov. 5, 2023
Jenny Phillips recorded this testimony of her spiritual journey as part of her process of certification in Exchanged Life Counseling. The "Three Crosses" are redemption (1 Peter 2:24), Consecration (Rom. 12:1,2) and identification (Gal. 2:20).
This is the first in a 10 part audio series (15 minutes each) about who Jesus Christ is to the believer and who the believer is in Christ. It was prepared for the Champions Arise Radio broadcast. Speakers: Mark McKeehan and John Woodward Scripts: John Woodward and Kent Darcie
Dr. McDowell ministered in Colorado and was President of Denver Seminary 1996-1999. GFI associate, Kris Nordlander, testifies of how God has used Dr. McDowell's preaching in his life. (The recording was transferred from a cassette tape, so the sound quality is a bit reduced ...)
Jeanette gave her spiritual journey testimony at First Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge (1998) prior Dr. Charles Solomon's message.
The Senior Pastor at Brooklyn Tabernacle gave this message at the Tuesday night prayer meeting on Feb. 13, 2018
This is the first episode of GFI's new podcast. Mark McKeehan and John Woodward discuss the meaning and relevance of "The Exchanged Life" (Galatians 2:20). We invite you to share and subscribe through the popular podcast platforms, such as Apple, Google, Spotify...
What is God's personal name as revealed in Scripture? How has God described His essential attributes? This study examines the account of God's glorious, direct revelation to Moses in Exodus 34:5-7 with clarifications about the nature of God's providential justice and the supreme revelation of Jesus Christ (Heb. 1:1-3). Deeper Life Discipleship Study, Jan. 30, 2023. Grace Fellowship International.
This is textual study of Ephesians 2:10 by John Woodward. "For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them." Presented at the Deeper Life Discipleship Study, Oct. 24, 2022.
Mark McKeehan gives an exposition of the Love Chapter--1 Corinthians 13. Preached at Northstar Church (south campus), in Knoxville, TN 10/30/22
Mark shares his spiritual journey testimony and the vision for Grace Fellowship International. This is the audio track of the zoom meeting
Author Frank Allnutt is interviewed by John Woodward for the GFI podcast. Frank tells of his early life, coming to Christ when a Public Relations Manager for Walt Disney, and the experience of authoring and co-authoring a number of popular Christian books over the years. Frank was on staff for a decade at Exchanged Life Ministries of Colorado, directing Cross Life Publications. In his walk down memory lane you may recognize the names of some of his friends: Bill Bright, Brother Andrew, Tim LaHaye...and Hollywood personalities such as Dick Van Dyke and Dean Jones.
"... those who receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness will reign in life through the One, Jesus Christ." Romans 5:17.
Pastor Mark McKeehan preached this message at Chilhowee Hills Baptist Church in Knoxville, TN on March 6, 2022 (At the beginning of the sermon he refers to encouraging correspondence from the congregation. The previous Sunday was his announcement of leaving his role there to serve full time at Grace Fellowship International.)
"They that wait upon the Lord... shall mount up with wings as eagles" (Isaiah 40:31) This message could transform your life, for it has profoundly affected the thousands of Christians who have heard Peter Lord tell the story. This parable contains the highest truth of the Gospel as it pertains to living the Christian life. To read the full story and explanation read his book by the same title.
A message by Dr. Tony Evans on God's design of man as body, soul, and spirit. God Spirit testifies with our human spirit (those who are redeemed) that we are children of God (Romans 8:18). An exposition of 1 Corinthians 2:9-16. Courtesy of TonyEvans.org
A message based on 1 Thess. 5:23-28 about how the believer can be set apart for God spiritually, psychologically and physically. The concluding message in a series on 1 Thessalonians. Preached by pastor Mark McKeehan at Chilhowee Hills Baptist Church in Knoxville, Tennessee on 10/17/2021.
What does it mean to "forget what lies behind" and press on in Christ? A message preached at First Baptist Church, Powell, Tennessee.
This is a segment of the radio program of August 17, 2021-- Afternoons with Bill Arnold. Bill interviewed John about four uses of the term "self" in the New Testament. Courtesy of Faith Radio, Minneapolis, Minnesota. MyFaithRadio.com
John Woodward interviews Dr. Lee Turner about his spiritual journey, his ministry experiences at Cedarville College and the pastorate, and forming Grace Discipleship Ministries. Lee also gives the back story of the books he has written: Grace Discipleship Course (1 & 2), Understanding Grace, Discover Your Riches in Christ, How to Control Your Emotions, and Discover Your Spiritual Gifts. Recorded in April, 2021.
Dr. Cary Lantz gave this lecture at the Solomon School of Spirituotherapy in Tennessee. After earning a Ph.D. in Psychology from Fuller Seminary in California, Cary taught and Liberty University in Virginia and Baptist Bible Graduate School in Pennsylvania. He gives an overview of the Christian psychology movement and his own developmental journey. Cary discusses various approaches to integrate psychology with biblical revelation in counseling. His concern for the inadequacy of psychologically based counseling led him to join the staff of Grace Fellowship International for a semester and serve as a board member for several years.
Dr. Lewis Gregory speaks on the topic "How living from a new source can provide peace in turbulent times." This is the audio track of a Webinar from May 12, 2021. Introduced by John Woodward, sponsored by Grace Fellowship International. Lewis and Lue Gregory's ministry web site is SourceMinistries.net
Karen testifies of her journey of surrendering to God's call to serve in Rescue ministry, counseling women near abortion clinics. She tells the inside story of answered prayers, opened doors, and pro-life deliverance of thousands of women and pre-born children. A challenge and inspiration for courageous disciple-making, whatever your field of ministry. Recorded at New Hope Church in Kodak, Tennessee in 2012. Karen can be contacted at bringinghopeinhim@gmail.com
Dr. Ron Cobb shares his testimony of salvation, service and the Exchanged Life (Gal. 2:20). He also describes the degree programs in Biblical Counseling at Luther Rice Seminary. Ron's written testimony is posted at www.ELCmatters.org and his academic introduction is at www.LutherRice.edu / Faculty. Interviewed by John Woodward for Grace Fellowship International on March 12, 2021.
Bill Arnold interviews John Woodward about the messianic prophecy of Isaiah 9:6. Jesus is our Wonderful Counselor...and the Prince of Peace. An episode of "Afternoons with Bill Arnold." December 10, 2020, courtesy of MyFaithRadio.com
Jim Herndon testifies of how God used an intensive Christ-Centered Counseling retreat in his life and the emergence of a similar ministry that helps missionaries--The Greenhouse Project. It is conducted in Chattanooga, Tennessee with his wife, Peggy. Interviewed by John Woodward on November 7, 2020.
This is message 4 in a series about how Jesus Christ gave His life for us (1), that He might give His life to us (2), to live His life through us (3) as us (4). Preached at Bayside Chapel in Barnegat, NJ. ww.BaysideChapel.org
Chris Russell testifies of a her battle with COVID, a near death experience, and God's faithfulness. Interviewed by John Woodward for the Grace Fellowship Int'l podcast.
John was interviewed by Bill Arnold about the harmful effects of rejection and how God's acceptance through Christ can bring healing and freedom. [See 'The Ins and Out of Rejection' by Charles R. Solomon.] Courtesy of the Afternoons with Bill Arnold radio program. https://myfaithradio.com/
A segment of the radio program "Afternoons with Bill Arnold" (July 13, 2020) courtesy of Faith Radio. https://myfaithradio.com/program_podcast/
Dr. Nick Applegate testifies of his journey to provide Christian psychological counseling, and later transitioning to Christ Centered Biblical Counseling. He serves as a pastor of Biblical Counseling in Hendersonville, Tennessee: http://bbctn.com/about-bbc/staff Interviewed by Dr. John Woodward, Grace Fellowship International (May 15, 2020).
This is an audio track of an online Deeper Life Discipleship study. This is 3/4 of the meeting which features the Bible study summary of "The Law of Liberty in the Spiritual Life" (by Evan Hopkins), Chapter 1. Introduction by Dan Hawkins. Sponsored by GraceFellowshipInternational.com
This is an audio track of an online Deeper Life Discipleship study. This is 3/4 of the meeting which features the Bible study summary of "The Law of Liberty in the Spiritual Life" (by Evan Hopkins), Chapter 1. Introduction by Dan Hawkins. Sponsored by GraceFellowshipInternational.com
Exchanged Life counselor and educator, Altha Burts, testifies of her life, redemption, and transformation. She is the author of Come Up Higher at www.SUHministry.org and The Treasures of Truth online course at www.Well-of-Life.org.
Pastor Jeff Barbieri gives an insightful exposition of Paul's prayer in Ephesians 1. It is a prayer for all wholehearted believers. Jeff serves as Senior Pastor of Mountain View Bible Church, New Tripoli, PA.
Pastor Jeff Barbieri gives an insightful exposition of Paul's prayer in Ephesians 1. It is a prayer for all wholehearted believers. Jeff serves as Senior Pastor of Mountain View Bible Church, New Tripoli, PA.
David Sherman gives his spiritual journey testimony as interviewed by John Woodward. David tells of his Jewish roots, redemption, mission trips, and Bible study activities. Recently he went through the 12 week 'ID Ministry' process with Cross to Life Discipleship Ministries in Minnesota. Even mature believers can discover new dimensions and applications of the new covenant.
Dan Riley testifies of a deeper discovery of his identification with Christ and the difference this made in his life and ministry. Recorded in Sevierville, Tennessee at a banquet for Grace Fellowship International (2012). Dan serves as Senior Pastor of Calvary Baptist Church in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Linda testifies of her personal journey as a believer, singer, trainer, wife, and mother. This was session 3 of "Cultivating a Christ-Centered Marriage"-- a retreat hosted by Peoples Church of Montreal. Grace Fellowship International
Dr. John Shepherd spoke about the importance of identification with Christ as it relates to the Great Commission. He was the founder/Director of Calvary Road Ministries that mobilizes pioneer evangelism among the Maasai people of Kenya and Tanzania: CalvaryRoad.com. He challenged young and old to be involved in spreading the gospel locally and globally. Recorded at First Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge, TN (2005)
This was the introductory message presented at the Grace 220 seminar at New Life Community Church-Elgin (Illinois). The seminar and workshop May 17, 18, 2019 was provided to equip Soul Care ministries in the region. (Click the PDF button to view a detailed message outline.)
This was the introductory message presented at the Grace 220 seminar at New Life Community Church-Elgin (Illinois). The seminar and workshop May 17, 18, 2019 was provided to equip Soul Care ministries in the region. (Click the PDF button to view a detailed message outline.)
Faith Radio in Minneapolis, Minnesota broadcasts a weekday program, “Afternoons with Bill Arnold.” On April 5, 2019 Bill invited John Woodward to return to this program for a conversation about Christ-centered discipleship: "...we learn to reject the lies of our past and walk forward in victory." Courtesy of myfaithradio.com
"When Christ went to the cross in our place, He not only died for our sins, but also made possible a glorious exchange; His life for our life. Essentially, the death of Christ for us was to put the life of Christ in us; and this life is available to every believer right now. We need only access His life so that He can be the animating power of our personality. This life is evidenced in the new man, the new union and the new victory we have in Christ." Preached in 2011. John VanGelderen leads RevivalFocus.org
Sheriena McEvers gave this personal testimony at her church--The Crossing, in Marysville, KS. She writes a blog entitled. "The Lighted Path" at https://www.sherienamcevers.com and is the author of "Bible Reading Study Guide" (Amazon.com)
Which is your approach to living the Christian life? This practical exposition of Galatians was preached at Anchor Church in Georgia by pastor Steve Hammack. www.AnchorGrayson.org. Used with permission
In this testimonial interview, Suzanne tells about the challenges she has faced over the years, including an overdependence on psychotropic drugs. After appropriating her identity and freedom in Christ, she has been involved in recovery and prison ministries.(Recorded in 2011)
Pastor Stoney Shaw affirms on the importance of daily, personal fellowship with God through the Word and prayer. He recommends examples of helpful grace-oriented devotional resources. Recorded at the Solomon School of Grace Fellowship Int'l in Pigeon Forge, TN (2004).
Although he and his parents (Stuart and Jill) had believed and taught the doctrine of union with Christ, Pete needed a personal illumination to appreciate this spiritual reality at a personal level. This testimonial message was given at Conference 220 in Dallas, Texas. Pete is Lead Pastor of Bent Tree Bible Fellowship and a teacher with TellingTheTruth.org
Ellie Jones tells about how she came to faith in Christ and later discovered how to live out of her union with Christ. She left her job as a school counselor, received full GFI training in Colorado, then shared the message of the Cross through discipleship and counseling in Florida and Spain. Interviewed by John Woodward, June, 2018
Joe Freeman and John Woodward recount the backstory of Grace Fellowship International's Recovery Coach Training track. Recorded in August, 2018: LoveThemToLife.com , GraceFellowshipInternational.com
John Woodward was interviewed by Bill Arnold on "The Early Evening Late Show", Faith Radio Network based in St. Paul, MN. They were joined by mutual friend, Jeff Verdoorn. The discussion is on the message of the Cross, Discipleship Counseling, and the field of addiction recovery. http://myfaithradio.com, July 25, 2018
Bill Firth gives a testimony of how he discovered identification with Christ and the difference this has made in his life. Part of a Recovery Coach seminar, June 1, 2018 in Lancaster, NY.
Aaron Kim tells of his journey into clinical depression and anxiety and how God delivered him. A testimonial interview with John Woodward.
This recording is an excerpt of a message on Galatians 2:20 by Pastor Keith Walker. As part of the message, he invites Glenn Dean to share a personal testimony about his spiritual journey to identification with Christ. First Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge, TN 2009
Larry Stamm shared his personal testimony and gave a fascinating explanation of the Passover seder. This presentation covers the Old Testament origin (Exodus ch. 12) and New Testament fulfillment in Jesus the Messiah (John 1:29; Matt. 26:17-30). Larry's ministry is online at www.larrystamm.org
Dr. Lewis Gregory (of Source Ministries) visited during the Spirituotherapy Workshop of March, 2018. He gave this word of exhortation to the students about personal ministry that flows from our relationship of abiding in Christ. This talk is followed by a testimony in song by participant, Donna Kennebrew.
Cherri Raws Freeman gave this talk at a Women's Breakfast at Bayside Chapel in Barnegat, NJ on 2/17/2018. She shares her personal testimony as a context for teaching about identification with Christ, God's love, and living out of a grace-based identity in Christ. The Fathers Loveletter narration is included near the end (Fathersloveletter.com). To learn more of Joe and Cherri's ministry, visit LoveThemToLife.com
In "Good News of Great Joy: Christ Your Life", Dr. Charles Stanley preaches one of his most explicit and dynamic messages about the importance of the believer's co-death and co-resurrection with Christ. (Dr. Charles Solomon (GFI) and Dr. Bill & Anabel Gillham gave conferences at FBC Atlanta in the early 1980's.) Most of Dr. Stanley's messages are available through inTouch.org
Musician, pastor's wife, mother... DeAnna's life was busy and fulfilling. But events beyond her control eventually tore her marriage apart and left her devastated. Hear how God brought her to healing, freedom and restoration though the Christ-centered life.
Bill Martin testifies of his training and Discipleship Counseling ministries in Colorado, Missouri and Texas. Interviewed by John Woodward. October, 2017. Grace Fellowship International
Jack Taylor has authored several books on spiritual victory, and is a former board member of Grace Fellowship International. This topic was the primary theme of his wife Barbara's book: "From Rejection to Acceptance." In this talk, Jack also addresses related issues such as spiritual warfare and our identity in Christ.
In this testimonial interview, Canadian Exchanged Life Counselor, Don Higgins, testifies about his spiritual journey. Although he was saved and fully committed in his youth and early adulthood, the early 1980's brought physical, emotional and spiritual misery. Hear how his appropiation of Christ as Life brought about transformational change.
In Part two of a testimonial interview, Exchanged Life Counselor, Don Higgins, shares about his journey from his business career to full time biblical counseling and equipping.
This message points us to the need for abiding in Christ instead of depending on self effort. It was given during The ChristLife Clinic in Ann Arbor, MI in 2015 and posted by permission of Revival Focus Ministries. Terry Pergyl currently serves as pastor of Memorial Baptist Church in Rockford, IL.
Paul reminisces about his journey to salvation and decades of Christian ministry. After serving as a church planter and pastor, Paul went through the Exchanged Life Conference, Workshop and Internship. Paul and Joyce live in North Carolina and are full time staff members with Freedom in Christ Ministries. (Interviewed by John Woodward)
Mary Louise McDonald testifies about her Exchanged Life personal and ministry testimony. Interviewed by John Woodward, May 10, 2017. Grace Fellowship International
Dr. Al Scardino recalls his Galatians 2:20 breakthrough, counseling training, and the development of the biblical counseling ministry at First Baptist Church of Atlanta. Interviewed by John Woodward (part 1 of 2).
Dr. Al Scardino recalls his Galatians 2:20 breakthrough, counseling training, and the development of the biblical counseling ministry at First Baptist Church of Atlanta. Interviewed by John Woodward (part 2 of 2).
John uses an original allegory to contrast a person living under the law to one who is saved and living under grace. This message was given on May 18, 2014 at New Life Church in Hereford, TX
Pastor Joe Faraldi shared this testimony at an Exchanged Life Seminar in Pennsylvania on March 18, 2017.
A missionary / biblical counselor testifies of his spiritual journey. This recording is an excerpt from an Exchanged Life Life Conference (March 3-4, 2017, by Grace Fellowship International).
This message is #1 of a four part series on "Discipleship Basics". Preached at First Baptist Church of Powell, 10/9/2016. The PDF notebook for all four lessons is attached here. Used with permission.
This message is #1 of a four part series on "Discipleship Basics". Preached at First Baptist Church of Powell, 10/9/2016. The PDF notebook for all four lessons is attached here. Used with permission.
This message is #2 of a four part series on "Discipleship Basics". Preached at First Baptist Church of Powell, 10/16/2016. For the PDF notebook, see part 1. Used with permission.
This message is #3 of a four part series on "Discipleship Basics". Preached at First Baptist Church of Powell, 10/23/2016. For the PDF notebook, see part 1. Used with permission.
This message is #4 of a four part series on "Discipleship Basics". Preached at First Baptist Church of Powell, 10/30/2016. For the PDF notebook, see part 1. Used with permission.
This talk was given to a GriefShare group (hosted by 1st Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge 1/15/2017). How does appropriating one's identity in Christ assist in the journey of healing from loss? The attached document describes the Egypt to Canaan symbolism (from Handbook to Happiness).
This talk was given to a GriefShare group (hosted by 1st Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge 1/15/2017). How does appropriating one's identity in Christ assist in the journey of healing from loss? The attached document describes the Egypt to Canaan symbolism (from Handbook to Happiness).
On September 26, 2016 participants from an ID Ministry class in Eden Prairie, MN held a wrap up & testimony meeting. Other team members from the local sponsoring ministry, Cross to Life Discipleship Ministries, also attended. A current CtLDM trainee, Shirley, gave this testimony.
The students of the Spirituotherapy Workshop shared testimonies in the concluding session. This was recorded on August 11, 2016 in Pigeon Forge, TN.
This is the audio recording of a church service that highlighted the ministry of GFI. It features Charles Solomon, Cathy Solomon, Joe Freeman, John and Linda Woodward. First Baptist Church Pigeon Forge, TN July 17, 2016. The new Wheel & Line video (part of the Revival Now campaign) was also shown. Welcome and concluding prayer: pastor Dale Ellenburg.
This talk was given to those being trained in Christ Centered Counseling. Grace Fellowship Intl, 1986
This talk was given to those being trained in Christ Centered Counseling. Grace Fellowship Intl, 1986
This message was the first in a series on Victorious Christian Living hosted by Chilhowee Hills Baptist Church, Knoxville, TN. The sessions on the following Sunday evenings presented the content of the GFI Exchanged Life Conference.
This is an introductory seminar about how the Exchanged Life Counseling process relates to recovery ministry.
This is the audio track of the video lesson #5 in the series, For Me to Live is Christ. It is based on the inductive Bible study by Charles R. Solomon.
In the last century an "invisible wall" was erected. Secular humanism became the dominant influence in American culture, while the Christian church's orthodoxy and vitality waned. In this recording of a manifesto By Dr. Charles Solomon, believers are summoned to Christ-centered living, and renewal so that the church can function as salt and light in the last days.
In the last century an "invisible wall" was erected. Secular humanism became the dominant influence in American culture, while the Christian church's orthodoxy and vitality waned. In this recording of a manifesto By Dr. Charles Solomon, believers are summoned to Christ-centered living, and renewal so that the church can function as salt and light in the last days.
This teaching was given at a small church session at Grace Church, Eden Prairie, MN on 2/22/2015
This message is one of a six part Victory Series on the Majesty of God and the Christ-centered Life
This testimony was given at a Christ is Life Conference at Vineyard Christian Fellowship, Bellfontaine, Ohio
Linda was asked to give her testimony (impromptu) at a GFI Exchanged Life Conference in Pigeon Forge, TN Aug 2, 2014
Rob gave this teaching as part of the Exchanged Life Conference in Pigeon Forge, TN on March 8, 2014. See the DVD or webinar editions at GraceFellowshipIntl.com
Cherri Freeman gave a personal testimony at the Grace Fellowship International Conference in Pigeon Forge, TN on March 8, 2014. See lovethemtolife.com
Joe Freeman testified of personal healing from rejection and freedom from addiction. Recorded at Grace Fellowship International's conference in Pigeon Forge, TN on March 7, 2014. See xl-ministries.org/
Dr. Jack R. Taylor, former board member of Grace Fellowship International, describes the value of Christ-centered discipling and counseling. For more on this speaker visit www.JackRTaylor.com
Nehlsie DeBruto is a biblical counselor and trainer. She and her husband, Hendrik, serve with Grace Fellowship International in South Africa.
Dr. Phil Jones, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Powell, TN preached this series on the Cross of Christ. www.fbcpowell.org
Dr. Phil Jones, pastor of First Baptist Church of Powell, TN shows the biblical solution to depression: www.fbcpowell.org
Dr. Phil Jones, pastor of First Baptist Church, Powell, TN shows how to find significance through the Christ-centered life
How does a biblical discipler determine which counseling model to use in people helping? This lecture advocates a Christ-centered model.
This is a lecture presenting a case for absolute truth (rather than postmodern relativism) in the context of Christian counseling.
Pastor Jeff Black (1st Baptist Church, Proctorville, OH) gave this testimony at a GFI Institute. He speaks about Christ as Life in relation to youth ministry.
Dr. Charles Solomon gives and assessment of Christian Counseling in light of Scripture and clinical experience. Recorded at a GFI Institute in TN (circa 2004)
Rick gives his testimony of identification with Christ as the source of healing from a background of abuse.
Testimonies from those who attended the Grace Fellowship International events in Pigeon Forge, TN. Nov. 2-10, 2012
Testimonies from those who attended the Grace Fellowship International events in Pigeon Forge, TN. Nov. 2-10, 2012
John interviewed biblical counselor, Brian Irwin. Brian shares his personal testimony of spiritual renewal through discovering his identity in Christ. His web site is www.exchangedforlife.com.
John and Pat Graham, Edmund Spieker, and Betty Tower share testimonies at a GFI Conference
Mr. Ronnie Bullins testifies of his coming to saving faith and identification with Christ. He also shares about his family's journey through grief. Presented at a Grace Fellowship International event.
Three women attending the GFI Exchanged Life Conference shared brief testimonies of Christ as Life: Lanelle, Susan, and Mary
Dr. Charles Solomon discusses the centrality of the Cross in discipleship, counseling, and revival. Interviewed by Ana Vincent of Grace internet radio
Author Ruth Myers speaks on the role of faith in reckong true the disciple's oneness with Christ. Courtesy of the Navigators
Author Ruth Myers speaks on the need for love and acceptance and how the Christ-centered life provides for our ultimate needs. Courtesy of the Navigators
GFI consultant and pastor of 1st Baptist Church, Powell TN speaks on the believer's new identity in Christ. From his sermon series on "Slaying the Giants in Your Life"
John Woodward interviews Yvonne, who is a biblical counselor in Sydney, Australia. She shares her testimony and God's leading into a biblical counseling ministry
Stoney Shaw, GFI Associate and pastor in Fergus, MO, gave this lecture at an Exchanged Life Institute.
Has the old self died? Should we love ourselves or deny ourselves? It depends on which use of the term "self" is being considered.
Has the old self died? Should we love ourselves or deny ourselves? It depends on which use of the term "self" is being considered.
Jeff planted Grace Christian Church in New Jersey. He teaches the Exchanged Life in his expository biblical preaching and cell church curriculum. Here he shares a brief testimony of his journey to the Cross in his life and ministry.
David has written several helpful books about the believer’s identification with Christ. Some have been translated into other languages and can be downloaded from his web site: www.Living-by-grace.org.
John Woodward, Director of Education at GFI, gives an overview of salvation, identification, liberation and dominion. This path is illustrated by the symbolism of Israel's pilgrimage from Egypt to Canaan.
Dr. Phil Jones teaches on the role of brokenness in the discipleship journey. He also makes application to the biblical counseling process. Presented at a GFI training event.
In this interview (by John Wodward) Shirley testifies of how God used the message and methodology of Christ-centered counsel in her life. Implications for church life, discipling and counseling are discussed.
Hudson Taylor described his "not I, but Christ" breakthrough as "the Exchanged Life." In this lecture from GFI's Institute, the precise meaning of this "exchange" is explored.
Hudson Taylor described his "not I, but Christ" breakthrough as "the Exchanged Life." In this lecture from GFI's Institute, the precise meaning of this "exchange" is explored.
John leads Freedom Foundation Fellowship in Arizona. He spoke to a class about the importance of abiding in Christ as illustrated by his experience in prison ministry...from the inside. j.lynch@cox.net
Joe is an alumnus of the Colony of Mercy at America’s Keswick. He attended the Grace Fellowship training events in November 2011. Joe was invited to share his testimony at First Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge, TN during his time at GFI. His email address is jfxfreeman@gmail.com
This testimony was shared in association with the training of Grace Fellowship International. Presented at 1st Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge, TN
John discusses the role of faith in Christian Counseling with Ana Vincent, host of Grace internet radio
John discusses the role of Truth in Christian counseling with Ana Vincent, host of Grace internet radio.
Cindy Galdal-Ruperto spoke at a brunch at the Evangel Church Ladies Breakfast Buffet in Long Island City, New York. She writes a monthly column for The Christian Life-Times archived at CompleteinChrist.com. Here Cindy shares her testimony of deliverance from O.C.D. through discovering Christ as Life.
Pastor Hal Sexton gave this testimony at a GFI Solomon School. He recounted his evaluation of a psychologically-based group therapy process and compared it to his discoveries on his to journey to the Cross.
Danny preached this message at Thorngrove Baptist Church in Strawberry Plains, Tennessee, where he serves as Minister of Christian Education. He is an alumnus of the GFI training week and internship.
Al Middleton serves as Executive Director of Dynamic Churches International. DCI is a ministry that equips church leaders with strategic planning and discipleship resources to help fulfill the Great Commission. This talk was recorded at the Exchanged Life Conference hosted by First Alliance Church in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Their web site is www.DynamicChurches.org. Al and his wife, Mary, live in Airdrie, AB.
Brad Hall pastors Living Hope Baptist Church in Hopkinsville, KY. He shares about his spiritual journey to identification with Christ and ministering with a grace perspective.
Don is the founder of Crossways to Life Ministry in Kitchener, Ontario. When he and his wife, Miriam, visited Tennessee Done shared his journey to the Cross at a home Bible study. Listen to how a prominent church member came to the end of himself and then appropriated Christ as His Life.
At a GFI conference Marsha shared her story of severe rejection and nervous breakdown. God delivered her from "Multiple Personality Disorder" through revealing Christ as Life.
Dr. Phil Jones serves as Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church, Powell, TN. As a GFI board member he gave this introduction to his strategic evangelism /discipleship tool: "How to Exchange Your Life for a New One."
This message is central to Dr. Solomon's biblical counseling model as explained in Handbook to Happiness and his other books.
This message is central to Dr. Solomon's biblical counseling model as explained in Handbook to Happiness and his other books.