Saturate is committed to seeing a gospel movement happen in North America and beyond in which every man, woman, and child have a daily encounter with Jesus in word and deed. This podcast is an ongoing conversation with disciples, leaders, and experts growing in the gospel and growing in living the implications of the gospel in community and on mission.
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Join us as we explore a gospel-centered, clinically-informed approach to care. This podcast delves into topics of biblical counseling, the church, trauma, anxiety, abuse, spiritual disciplines, living in a spiritually healthy community, and how our faith can shape our mental health. Episodes feature conversations with biblical counselors, pastors, and lay people to discuss how to practically apply the wisdom of Scripture in everyday life. www.gospelcarecollective.org
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Paul instructed Timothy to keep a close watch on his life and doctrine so that he would save both he and his hearers. Today we are seeing both a growing awareness and openness from leaders to care for their own soul. In this episode, Jason Kovacs, Executive Director and Counselor with the Gospel Care Collective, shares with Jeff Vanderstelt some ve…
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In this episode, Jeff Vanderstelt and Nic Harding, Director of Kairos Connexion City Reaching, a network in the UK, discuss the importance of unified gospel city movements and explore how churches can work together to reach every person in their communities with the gospel. Nic also shares his personal experience establishing a church in Liverpool,…
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What does it look like to create simple, Kingdom expressions of Jesus that form into disciple-making microchurches? How do we lead people to be on mission in their unique context? How can you create space at your table for people to meet Jesus in community? Steven Barr was led by Jesus to help Disney cast members around the globe develop Kingdom ex…
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Has the mission of Jesus ever felt more like striving and less like thriving? The culture we create is connected to the kinds of leaders we are. If we are not emotionally and relationally healthy, we will make disciples who are emotionally and relationally unhealthy as well. In this last episode of the 180 Series, Jeff Vanderstelt shares some of hi…
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Have you ever found yourself getting worn out and weary trying to live out the mission of Jesus? Continuing with our 180 Series, one of the shifts we need to make back to disciple-making is from striving to thriving. In this episode, Jeff Vanderstelt considers how this involves moving from flesh to Spirit, from working with only our power and skill…
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Disciples become like those they are following. As we make disciples of Jesus, the ones we lead can take on our character and practices, which is a key reason why a leader's journey toward spiritual and emotional health matters. In this episode, David Achata shares with Jeff Vanderstelt his journey of heart transformation and its significant impact…
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In order to return to disciple-making, we must make a shift from merely attending events and programs, to attaching to God, self, and others through our disciple-making spaces. This requires mindfully engaging in spiritual practices with the goal of lovingly attaching. During this episode, Jeff Vanderstelt describes practical ways to engage several…
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So many things have changed in our post-pandemic world, including the Church, how we make disciples, and lead others to do the same. How does the Church become stronger, healthier, and more engaged in everyday mission? Daniel Im addresses this question in his new book, The Discipleship Opportunity: Leading a Great Commission Church in a Post-Everyt…
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In order to return to disciple-making, we must make a shift from attending to attaching. Merely attending events and meetings will never develop disciple-making disciples. We need to lead people to attach to God and others in significant, transformative ways. Working from an understanding of social spaces, Jeff Vanderstelt looks at the ministry of …
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180: Weaving Disciple-Making into the Fabric of Your Life
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Jesus was clear that we are to make disciples who make disciples. However, many of us don’t feel skilled or effective at it and often feel like we’re getting in the way. Kirk Freeman wrote the book Threads to show how anyone can weave everyday disciple-making into the fabric of their life and ministry. In this episode, Kirk shares how we can make s…
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180: A D.E.E.P.E.R. Training Process
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If we are going to return to disciple-making, we need to make a shift from merely informing people to equipping ministers. So much of our training merely gives people ideas or concepts. However, research shows this is not the most effective way of training people. Informing is a necessary part of equipping but it is only one part. We need to create…
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If we are going to return to disciple-making, we need to make a shift from merely informing people to equipping ministers. Part of that process is considering the diversity of our equipping. Are we equipping people in the way Paul instructed the church in Ephesus? He was clear that if we are to grow up into a full expression of who Jesus is, we nee…
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In this second of ten episodes, we consider the first of the five shifts we must make to return to disciple-making. We need to shift from just reaching people to making disciples who make disciples. To accomplish that, we must build an effective disciple-making pathway that leads and develops people through a formation process. We'll explore the va…
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In this, the first of ten episodes, we consider the first of the five shifts we must make to return to disciple-making. We need to shift from just reaching people to making disciples. However, we cannot make what we cannot state. What is your definition of a disciple? Does it sound like what Jesus called His first disciples to? In this episode, we …
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A Vision and Plan for Gospel Saturation
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Can you dream of a day when every man, woman, and child in your context has repeated opportunities to meet Jesus through His people on mission everywhere, everyday?بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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A Shift from Reaching People to Making Disciples
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Jesus never commanded us just to reach people so that our church or group would get bigger. Jesus commanded us to make disciples who make disciples.بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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Shift from Informing to Equipping God’s People
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So many leaders want to see more disciples of Jesus equipped to make disciples in everyday life. However, far too much of our so-called equipping is only informing people. And sadly, we are not equipping with all the giftsبقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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Collaborating to Plant Churches in Texas
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Many leaders and churches have given church planting a try but have not always experienced great success. In many cases, it is because they were trying to do it all alone. We all need greater collaboration...بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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People simply attending events or groups will not lead to disciple-making disciples. People need to engage in genuine loving attachment to Godبقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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Our Four Core Values | Community-Renewing
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In this episode, we finish our 4 part series on the core values that shape our counseling approach. Today, we explore the fourth core value of community-renewing counseling. This approach recognizes that counseling is part of the great commission and the call to make disciples. Join us as we explore how we aim is to provide a level of care that ena…
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Have you found yourself regularly giving yourself away to the degree that you wonder if you have any self left? Are you tired, weary, and worn out? God is present with you...بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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Our Four Core Values | Church-Partnering
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In this episode, we continue our 4 part series on the core values that shape our counseling approach. Today, we explore the third core value of church-partnering counseling. This approach recognizes the church as the primary place of care and transformation. We believe that the church has a vital role in providing support and guidance to individual…
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It’s far too common to care for everyone else in need around you and neglect yourself until it's too late. Yet Jesus calls us to take care of and find rest for our souls...بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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Our Four Core Values | Clinically-Informed Counseling
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In this episode, we continue our 4 part series on the core values that shape our counseling approach. Today, we explore the second core value of clinically-informed counseling. Clinically-informed counseling recognizes the complexity of each individual. It acknowledges that emotional, relational, mental, and spiritual needs all intertwine and impac…
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Our Four Core Values | Christ-Centered
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In this episode, we start a 4 part series that delve into the fundamental principles that define our approach, rooted in our four core values. Christ-Centered: We believe that the gospel of Jesus is not only the solution to sin and brokenness but also the foundation for lasting healing and restoration. Clinically-Informed: We understand that indivi…
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Embracing Our True Identity in Christ with Jeremy Britton
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Who am I in Christ? Who am I not? How does God see me? In this thought-provoking episode, join Jason Kovacs and Jeremy Britton, as they delve into the topic of a believer's identity and how God perceives them. While navigating their own personal experiences and complexities of understanding one's true identity in Christ they seek to uncover the tra…
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The Role of Community and Confession in Counseling and the Church with Jeremy Britton
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In this episode, Jason Kovacs and Jeremy Britton dive deep into the importance of community and confession in the life of the believer. They explore how these two aspects play a pivotal role in shaping one's spiritual journey and growth. Through personal anecdotes and biblical insights, they shed light on the power of vulnerability and the transfor…
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Making Disciples in Victoria, British Columbia
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As the culture grows more secular and people are less open to the gospel, many struggle to effectively make disciples of Jesus.بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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Trauma-Informed Care and the Church with Kevin Stratton, LPC, CCTS-I
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In this episode, Jason Kovacs sits down with Kevin Stratton, Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, as he shares his personal journey in counseling and trauma-informed care. As a mental health professional, he shares his model of providing biblically-based trauma care and sheds light on the role of the church in t…
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What do ice cream and disciple-making have in common? Marc and Alissa Zera. Marc left Wall Street and moved to Charleston, SC to start a craft ice cream shop...بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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Have you ever wondered if everyday people could see God do extraordinary things by just being willing and ready for God to work in and through them? Maybe you’ve wanted this to be your story....بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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A Personal Story of Abuse in the SBC with Chris Davis
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In this episode, Jason Kovacs sits down with Chris Davis, a pastor, author, and survivor of sexual abuse in the Southern Baptist Convention. Chris shares his personal journey of abuse and how it has impacted his faith and life. He discusses his struggles with coming forward, the dynamics of power, and the advice he would share with his younger self…
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Have you ever wondered how you would go about starting a new church in a hard to reach place? Maybe you find yourself in your present location wondering how to more effectively plant the gospel.بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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The Second Coming of Christ and the Care of Souls with Chris Davis
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In this podcast episode, Jason Kovacs sits down with pastor and author Chris Davis to discuss his book on the second coming and its significance in soul care. Along the way, they cover a range of topics, including shame, emotions, spiritual formation, and the importance of slowing down in order to become more aware of our need for Christ. Whether y…
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Working Together to Start New Churches
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Would you like to see your church intentionally engaged in a process to train and send leaders to start new churches?بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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Have you ever wondered if your everyday life of going to work and living in your neighborhood matters? What if the work you do everyday is actually the space where Jesus had always intended to build His Church?بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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Honoring the Legacy and Impact of Dr. Tim Keller on Biblical Counseling
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Tim Keller, a prominent Christian author and pastor, has had a significant impact on the practice of biblical counseling. Through his teachings, writings, and leadership, Keller has emphasized the importance of integrating biblical truth with psychological insights. He has also highlighted the need for a holistic approach that addresses the spiritu…
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Have you ever wondered why so muWhat if every man, woman and child in your region had regular opportunities to meet Jesus?بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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Hope and Help for Ministry Leaders in Transition with Doug Wolter and Deanna Harrison
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In this podcast, Doug Wolter and Deanna Harrison will be discussing hope and help for pastors and ministry leaders, especially during times of transition. Doug is a seasoned counselor and pastor with years of experience in leadership positions. Deanna has been a pastors wife and director of multiple non-profits with a passion for helping ministry l…
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Have you ever wondered why so much of our experience in discipleship and mission seems to lack the power of the Spirit? Have you read the accountsبقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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Benefits and Options for Biblical Counseling Training
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Are you interested in being equipped in biblical counseling but confused by all the options? In this episode, Jason Kovacs, shares the benefits and options when it comes to Biblical Counseling training and shares some of the similarities and differences between those options. He shares about the process of becoming certified through the Association…
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Challenges of Leading in an Urban Context
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How do we address the struggles of leading in a post-pandemic context? Consider how challenging this has become in an urban context.بقلم Jeff Vanderstelt
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How Jesus Meets Us in Our Disappointment w/ Doug Wolter - Part 2
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In this episode. Doug Wolter and Jason Kovacs, continue their conversation about the ways in which Jesus can provide comfort and healing when we experience disappointment. We explore how we can find hope in times of struggle and how the gospel can transform our pain into something beautiful. Join us as we delve into the heart of what it means to tr…
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Have you noticed how your journey of prayer has changed as the seasons of your life have changed? Jeff Vanderstelt shares some of his personal journey of growing in prayer through five different seasons in his own life…seasons of learning, discovery, remembrance, suffering, and healing. Listen in for your own encouragement and growth in prayer.…
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How Jesus Meets Us in Our Disappointment w/ Doug Wolter - Part 1
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In this episode , Doug Wolter and Jason Kovacs, have a conversation about the ways in which Jesus can provide comfort and healing when we experience disappointment. We explore how we can find hope in times of struggle and how the gospel can transform our pain into something beautiful. Join us as we delve into the heart of what it means to trust in …
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Biblical Counseling & Gender Ideology w/ Pamela Cubas and Jason Kovacs
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In this episode, Jason Kovacs and Pamela Cubas, delve deeper into the topic of gender ideology and its impact on biblical counseling. They explore the concept of biblical authority and how it shapes our understanding of gender identity. Moreover, they examine the role of the church in providing compassionate care to individuals struggling with gend…
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Have you ever wondered how to move from prayer as ritual to prayer as relational? Jayne Vanderstelt has a very fluid, highly relational, life-giving prayer life. She shares her heart very openly with God and regularly hears from God. In this episode, Jayne describes her relational journey with God and how this shapes her prayer life. Her words will…
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Lent: Prayerful Practices While Waiting for Spring
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How do we navigate seasons of winter surrounded by darkness and longing? Lent invites us to step into the wilderness space in order to develop a hunger for the promise of resurrection life. Michael Sullivan shares with Jeff Vanderstelt how the practices of fasting and prayer, silence and solitude help us to be more fully human, practicing an embodi…
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Have you found that you hold to beliefs that you struggle to put into practice leading to what feels like empty religion? Aaron Niequist, author of The Eternal Current, encourages us to shift from only spoken beliefs to transforming practices. In this episode, Aaron shares with Jeff Vanderstelt some practical ways we can practice transforming praye…
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Collaborating for Greater Buffalo, NY
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Have you ever wondered what might happen if a bunch of churches decided to collaborate their resources, collective gifts, and people toward planting many churches together? The churches in Buffalo, New York have been doing this for many years and have witnessed discernible change in the overall region as a result. Jerry Gillis joins Jeff Vanderstel…
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