Hope + Help Podcast

Hope + Help Podcast
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The Hope + Help Podcast offers biblical conversations about life's challenging problems. A production of the Institute for Biblical Counseling & Discipleship, show host Christine Chappell invites Christian authors, ministry leaders, and seasoned biblical counseling professionals to help listeners apply the gospel of Jesus Christ to everyday challenges.

  1. Sep 29

    Hope + Help for Chronic Suffering with Karrie Hahn Devlin

    In this episode of the Hope + Help Podcast, host Christine Chappell interviews Karrie Hahn Devlin about her book, Limping Heavenward: Living by Faith in Comprehensive and Chronic Suffering. During the conversation, Karrie explains what distinguishes comprehensive and chronic suffering and addresses the doubts, fears, and painful questions about God that can arise when suffering persists. She discusses the role of biblical lament, the spiritual warfare sufferers face, and how the life, death, resurrection, and ongoing ministry of Jesus Christ offer enduring hope. Karrie also considers how believers can process disappointment with the church and encourages those who feel weary from a long season of suffering to keep limping heavenward in faith. View the full show notes & links for this episode: ibcd.org/chronic-suffering-karrie-hahn The Hope + Help Podcast offers biblical conversations about life's challenging problems. The podcast accomplishes this by offering a mix of interviews with seasoned biblical counseling professionals and ministry leaders on a variety of topics. Hosted by Christine Chappell. To learn more about the show and to access helpful resources, visit ibcd.org/hopeandhelp. Connect with host Christine Chappell at https://christinemchappell.com. IBCD's Hope + Help Podcast is available on most podcast streaming platforms, so please don't keep the show a secret! If you know someone walking through a challenging season of life, please share the Hope + Help Podcast with them.

    Hope + Help for Chronic Suffering with Karrie Hahn Devlin

  2. Aug 28

    Hope + Help for Male Friendships with Alasdair Groves

    In this episode of the Hope + Help Podcast, host Christine Chappell interviews Alasdair Groves about his book, Talk About What Matters Most: A Christian Man's Guide to Forging Friendships. During the conversation, Alasdair explains why meaningful friendships between men can be difficult to develop and what makes Christian friendship distinct. He discusses how the gospel frees men from shame to be honestly known, how friends can celebrate the good, lament the hard, and confess the bad together, and how men can take practical steps toward deeper fellowship. He also offers encouragement for becoming the kind of person who can form meaningful friendships rooted in Christ. View the full show notes & links for this episode: https://ibcd.org/male-friendships-alasdair-groves The Hope + Help Podcast offers biblical conversations about life's challenging problems. The podcast accomplishes this by offering a mix of interviews with seasoned biblical counseling professionals and ministry leaders on a variety of topics. Hosted by Christine Chappell. To learn more about the show and to access helpful resources, visit https://ibcd.org/hopeandhelp. Connect with host Christine Chappell at https://christinemchappell.com. IBCD's Hope + Help Podcast is available on most podcast streaming platforms, so please don't keep the show a secret! If you know someone walking through a challenging season of life, please share the Hope + Help Podcast with them.

    Hope + Help for Male Friendships with Alasdair Groves

  3. Jul 30

    Hope + Help for Engaging Church Hurt with Tim St. John

    In this episode of the Hope + Help Podcast, host Christine Chappell interviews Tim St. John about his book, After Church Hurt: Healing in the Care of the Good Shepherd. During the conversation, Tim discusses the complex issue of church hurt, how to identify it, and how helpers can compassionately support those affected. He shares practical insights from his book and biblical perspectives to guide counselors and discipleship leaders. View the full show notes & links for this episode: ibcd.org/church-hurt-tim-st-john The Hope + Help Podcast offers biblical conversations about life's challenging problems. The podcast accomplishes this by offering a mix of interviews with seasoned biblical counseling professionals and ministry leaders on a variety of topics. Hosted by Christine Chappell. To learn more about the show and to access helpful resources, visit ibcd.org/hopeandhelp. Connect with host Christine Chappell at https://christinemchappell.com. IBCD's Hope + Help Podcast is available on most podcast streaming platforms, so please don't keep the show a secret! If you know someone walking through a challenging season of life, please share the Hope + Help Podcast with them.

    Hope + Help for Engaging Church Hurt with Tim St. John

  4. Jun 30

    Hope + Help for Rejection with Jim Newheiser

    In this episode of the Hope + Help Podcast, host Christine Chappell interviews Jim Newheiser about his minibook, Help! I've Been Rejected. During the conversation, Jim explores the universal experience of rejection, its deep emotional impact, and how biblical truths can help believers endure and find hope in Christ. He also offers examples of rejection as see in the Scriptures and offers practical ways to respond to relational pain in God-honoring ways. View the full show notes & links for this episode: ibcd.org/rejection-jim-newheiser The Hope + Help Podcast offers biblical conversations about life's challenging problems. The podcast accomplishes this by offering a mix of interviews with seasoned biblical counseling professionals and ministry leaders on a variety of topics. Hosted by Christine Chappell. To learn more about the show and to access helpful resources, visit ibcd.org/hopeandhelp. Connect with host Christine Chappell at https://christinemchappell.com. IBCD's Hope + Help Podcast is available on most podcast streaming platforms, so please don't keep the show a secret! If you know someone walking through a challenging season of life, please share the Hope + Help Podcast with them.

    Hope + Help for Rejection with Jim Newheiser

  5. Jun 2

    Hope + Help for Whole-Life Worship with Cheryl Marshall

    In this episode of the Hope + Help Podcast, host Christine Chappell interviews Cheryl Marshall about the topic of whole-life worship and her new book, All of Me: Pursuing a Life Wholly Devoted to God. Drawing from Scripture and personal experience, Cheryl explores overcoming distraction, discouragement, and spiritual dryness, while highlighting God’s mercy as the foundation for lasting devotion. The conversation examines how Christians can pursue faithful worship in everyday life, grow through God’s Word, and continue obeying God even when their feelings fluctuate. View the full show notes & links for this episode: ibcd.org/worship-cheryl-marshall The Hope + Help Podcast offers biblical conversations about life's challenging problems. The podcast accomplishes this by offering a mix of interviews with seasoned biblical counseling professionals and ministry leaders on a variety of topics. Hosted by Christine Chappell. To learn more about the show and to access helpful resources, visit ibcd.org/hopeandhelp. Connect with host Christine Chappell at https://christinemchappell.com. IBCD's Hope + Help Podcast is available on most podcast streaming platforms, so please don't keep the show a secret! If you know someone walking through a challenging season of life, please share the Hope + Help Podcast with them.

    Hope + Help for Whole-Life Worship with Cheryl Marshall

  6. Apr 29

    Hope + Help for PTS Care with Neal Grogan

    This interview serves to introduce IBCD's newest observation case study series—"Counseling Care for Post-Traumatic Stress"—which is now available exclusively on IBCD Connect. Learn more and subscribe today at https://connect.ibcd.org/library/counseling-care-for-pts-243950/756180/about ••• In this episode of the Hope + Help Podcast, host Christine Chappell interviews Neal Grogan about the topic of post-traumatic stress care. During the conversation, Neal shares his personal journey through trauma, his ministry work with Mighty Oaks Foundation (https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org), and a practical biblical counseling framework for walking alongside those who suffer from PTS. Neal also offers suggestions for avoiding common pitfalls in this soul care context, and highlights the importance of fostering hope through biblical principles. This interview serves to introduce IBCD's newest observation case study series—"Counseling Care for Post-Traumatic Stress"—which is now available exclusively on IBCD Connect. View the full show notes & links for this episode: ibcd.org/pts-care-neal-grogan The Hope + Help Podcast offers biblical conversations about life's challenging problems. The podcast accomplishes this by offering a mix of interviews with seasoned biblical counseling professionals and ministry leaders on a variety of topics. Hosted by Christine Chappell. To learn more about the show and to access helpful resources, visit ibcd.org/hopeandhelp. Connect with host Christine Chappell at https://christinemchappell.com. IBCD's Hope + Help Podcast is available on most podcast streaming platforms, so please don't keep the show a secret! If you know someone walking through a challenging season of life, please share the Hope + Help Podcast with them.

    Hope + Help for PTS Care with Neal Grogan

  7. Mar 25

    Hope + Help for Anxiety with Josh Weidmann

    >>>Register now for our 2026 Summer Institute on navigating emotions, June 18th-20th in Riverside, CA! Virtual and in-person tickets available. Learn more at https://ibcd.regfox.com/2026summerinstitute In this episode of the Hope + Help Podcast, host Christine Chappell interviews Josh Weidmann about his book, The End of Anxiety: The Biblical Prescription for Overcoming Fear, Worry, and Panic. Together, they discuss a biblical perspective on anxiety, its purpose, and the difference between godly concern and sinful worry. They also explore sources of anxiety, the role of trust in God, renewing the mind, addressing shame, and how believers can pursue Christlikeness and find hope in the midst of overwhelming emotions. Main Discussion Points: The purpose of anxiety in God's design Difference between godly concern and sinful worry Sources of anxiety: spiritual, bodily, relational, circumstantial The role of trust in overcoming anxiety Practical steps to interrupt anxious thoughts with Scripture The gospel's role in reframing suffering and anxiety The importance of community and wise counsel View the full show notes & links for this episode: https://ibcd.org/anxiety-josh-weidmann The Hope + Help Podcast offers biblical conversations about life's challenging problems. The podcast accomplishes this by offering a mix of interviews with seasoned biblical counseling professionals and ministry leaders on a variety of topics. Hosted by Christine Chappell. To learn more about the show and to access helpful resources, visit ibcd.org/hopeandhelp. Connect with host Christine Chappell at https://christinemchappell.com. IBCD's Hope + Help Podcast is available on most podcast streaming platforms, so please don't keep the show a secret! If you know someone walking through a challenging season of life, please share the Hope + Help Podcast with them.

    Hope + Help for Anxiety with Josh Weidmann

  8. Feb 25

    Hope + Help for After Divorce with Vaneetha Rendall Risner

    In this episode of the Hope + Help Podcast, host Christine Chappell interviews Vaneetha Risner about the complex emotional landscape of navigating life after divorce and her new book, This Was Never the Plan: Walking with God Through the Heartache of Divorce. During the conversation, Vaneetha shares her personal journey, discussing the challenges of processing grief, anger, and shame, while also emphasizing the importance of faith and community support. They delve into the role of lament in healing, the necessity of forgiveness, and the hope found in trusting God amidst uncertainty. Vaneetha encourages listeners to engage their pain, seek community, and recognize that rebuilding life after divorce can lead to new beginnings. Key Takeaways: - Divorce can bring feelings of shame and isolation. - Emotions after divorce can be a roller coaster. - Community support is crucial during difficult times. - Lamenting is a biblical way to process pain. - Healing takes time and is not linear. - Trusting God means leaning into Him during uncertainty. - Rebuilding life after divorce can lead to new possibilities. View the full show notes & links for this episode: https://ibcd.org/after-divorce-vaneetha-risner Learn more about IBCD's 2026 Summer Institute in June on the topic of navigating emotions at ibcd.regfox.com/2026summerinstitute The Hope + Help Podcast offers biblical conversations about life's challenging problems. The podcast accomplishes this by offering a mix of interviews with seasoned biblical counseling professionals and ministry leaders on a variety of topics. Hosted by Christine Chappell. To learn more about the show and to access helpful resources, visit ibcd.org/hopeandhelp. Connect with host Christine Chappell at https://christinemchappell.com. IBCD's Hope + Help Podcast is available on most podcast streaming platforms, so please don't keep the show a secret! If you know someone walking through a challenging season of life, please share the Hope + Help Podcast with them.

    Hope + Help for After Divorce with Vaneetha Rendall Risner
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The Hope + Help Podcast offers biblical conversations about life's challenging problems. A production of the Institute for Biblical Counseling & Discipleship, show host Christine Chappell invites Christian authors, ministry leaders, and seasoned biblical counseling professionals to help listeners apply the gospel of Jesus Christ to everyday challenges.

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  • Creator
    Hope + Help Podcast
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    147
  • Rating
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