LIVING FAITH BIBLE INSTITUTE

What happens when the world’s understanding of the human mind conflicts with the truth of God’s Word? And how should Christians respond to the growing influence of secular therapeutic culture? 

In this episode of The Postscript Show, Brandon Briscoe sits down with Greg Gifford, author of Lies My Therapist Told Me, to examine the assumptions behind modern mental-health diagnoses, the influence of psychological labels, and the differences between secular therapeutic frameworks and biblical counseling.

Together, they discuss how our understanding of the human person shapes the way we interpret suffering, emotions, behavior, and personal struggles. They also consider the potential consequences of diagnostic labels, particularly for children, and why Christian parents need discernment when navigating testing, diagnoses, and counseling recommendations.

But this conversation goes beyond criticism. How can Christian's minister to people experiencing hardship? What role should Scripture play in understanding the human condition? And how can believers distinguish between practical help and a worldview that conflicts with biblical truth?

And don't forget to catch this week's episode of SoundMind! 

What does it actually take to become a husband your wife can trust? In this special listener-question episode, Jonathan Kindler responds to a husband's honest struggle with insecurity, defensiveness, and the fear of failing as a leader. Why does disagreement sometimes feel like disrespect? How can a man lead his family without becoming controlling—or retreating into passivity?

Hi students!

A friendly reminder about AI and your LFBI coursework: the handbook does not permit generative AI to create content or generate ideas for any assignment. This includes asking AI to write a discussion response, or answer assignment questions or expanding on ideas you've initially conceived—even if you later put the material into your own words.

Your assignments should reflect your own study, thinking, and writing. The handbook does not provide a blanket exception for other AI-assisted tools, so please ask your instructor before using features that might write, rewrite, or develop your work for you. Don’t assume a feature is permitted simply because it is built into a familiar program. If you are an international student, keep in mind that we prefer you not use AI for anything more than spellcheck or punctuation. We would rather have your original ideas and study than have a grammatically perfect written assignment.

Please take this seriously: the handbook identifies AI-generated content as academic misconduct, which results in a zero for the course and a board review of your enrollment status. You can find additional information at lfbi.org/policies.

We know you are balancing school with work, family, and ministry, and we appreciate the effort you put into your studies. Our desire is to help you grow in your understanding of Scripture and your ability to minister to others. Working through an assignment yourself is an important part of that preparation. If you’re struggling or unsure about a tool, please reach out—we’re here to help!

 

Parenting is one of the few God-given responsibilities that changes constantly. The way we parent a five-year-old can’t be the way we parent a fifteen-year-old, and if we do our job well, our children will eventually need no parenting at all. So how do we make that transition well? 

In Episode 287, Brandon Briscoe sits down with Pastor Alan Shelby, Dean of the Living Faith Bible Institute, for a practical conversation on the purpose of biblical parenting and the stages that serve it. Pastor Shelby argues that most parents never settle on the goal of parenting, and that without a goal, principles become scattered tactics. His answer: raise children who are prepared to face “the evil day” and to establish godly homes of their own.

And don't forget to catch this week's episode of SoundMind! 

Who has enough access to your life to actually help form you? In this episode of the Quit You Like Men series, Jonathan Kindler explores why men were never meant to grow in isolation. Drawing from the relationships of Paul, Barnabas, and Timothy, Jonathan looks at the need for faithful men ahead of us, brothers beside us, and men coming behind us. Through scripture, personal stories, and reflections on mentorship, friendship, correction, and discipleship, this episode challenges men to move beyond simply consuming information and into relationships where their actual lives can be seen, shaped, and strengthened.

Just a reminder that the Kansas City Marathon will take place this Saturday morning. If you plan to attend classes on campus, please allow extra travel time and plan your route accordingly.

Police will be directing traffic at major intersections, but road closures and detours may make accessing campus more difficult than usual. We encourage you to plan ahead, identify the best route to campus, and leave early to ensure you arrive on time.

Thank you for your flexibility, and we look forward to seeing you Saturday!

Most young disciples begin in ministry with zeal. They're grateful for the opportunity, excited to serve, and eager to prove their faithfulness. They're willing to take smaller ministry assignments, do the unnoticed work, and pour themselves into whatever field God has given them. 

But eventually, ministry becomes familiar. The work gets repetitive. Progress can be painfully slow, people can be difficult, and the fruit doesn't always match the effort. What once felt like a privilege can slowly become a burden. Without even realizing what's happening in our hearts, weariness becomes boredom, boredom becomes restlessness, and restlessness eventually settles into apathy.

So what happens when the field God has given us no longer feels exciting? How do we learn to love the ordinary work of ministry, remain faithful when things get difficult, and recover joy when our hearts have grown tired?

On this episode of The Postscript Show, host Brandon Briscoe is joined by Pastor Mitch Dobson, instructor of Biblical Studies at Living Faith Bible Institute, to discuss ministry apathy, the danger of restlessness, and what it means to faithfully and joyfully stay the course.

And don't forget to catch this week's episode of SoundMind! 

What does it look like to take responsibility without trying to control the outcome? In this episode of Sound Mind, Jonathan Kindler explores the difference between passivity, control, and faithful responsibility. Through personal stories, biblical reflection, and practical application, Jonathan looks at what it means to carry what God has actually entrusted to you—without demanding certainty about how everything will turn out.