The Recovering Pharisee

The Recovering Pharisee
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Cameron is the lead pastor of Redeemer Church in Greensboro, NC. He earned his M.Div. in Biblical Counseling from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and is currently finishing his D.Min. in the same field. As an ACBC-certified biblical counselor, Cameron is passionate about equipping disciples with sound doctrine and practical theology to strengthen local churches. Most importantly, he is a sinner saved by God’s undeserved and infinite grace.The goal of this channel and ministry is simple: to equip the church and its leaders in sound doctrine and practical theology.

  1. Jul 6 ·  Video

    Mental Illness and the Bible: What Christians Need to Know (Sermon Clip)

    Drop me a message Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube Channel: The Recovering Pharisee Our culture has learned to reach for a label where Scripture calls for a confession. And if we lose the category of sin, we lose the hope of forgiveness and real change. In this episode, I share a clip from a recent sermon at Redeemer Church from our series through 1 John. Before the clip, I give some quick context: what the sermon was addressing, why this topic matters, and what I am (and am not) saying about mental illness. Here's the full sermon: God is Light / 1 John 1:5-2:2 Using narcissistic personality disorder as a case study, we walk through what the DSM-5 can do (describe patterns of behavior) and what it cannot do (explain the heart or offer forgiveness). What the DSM calls grandiosity, Scripture calls pride. What the DSM calls entitlement, Scripture calls selfish ambition. A diagnosis can describe you, but only Christ can change you. To be clear: not every mental illness is a sin issue, and people with real afflictions should get real help. But Christians need biblical categories for thinking about sin, temptation, and the labels our culture offers. "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." (1 John 1:9 CSB) Resources mentioned: Serotonin and Depression: Four Questions and Answers About a New Study by Ed Welch, Mike Emlet, and Alastair Groves (The Gospel Coalition) If this was helpful, like this video and subscribe to the channel for more on sound doctrine and practical theology for everyday Christian living.

  2. Jul 3 ·  Video

    Answering the Giving Questions Christians Are Afraid to Ask

    Drop me a message Can I give to my church if I'm in debt? What if I can't afford to give at all? And what if I don't trust my pastors with my money? These are the questions many Christians carry quietly, and they deserve honest, biblical answers. In this episode, I walk through the most common questions I've received about Christian giving: where to prioritize your giving, what to do when finances are tight, how to think about giving while paying off debt, how churches should care for members who don't give, and how to evaluate parachurch ministries before supporting them. Underneath it all is the heart of the matter: we give because God first gave to us. If you missed Part 1, "Are Christians Required to Tithe?", be sure to check it out. Resource mentioned: Why Should I Give to My Church? by Jamie Dunlop The Recovering Pharisee exists to equip pastors, church leaders, and church members in sound doctrine and practical theology. Subscribe for new episodes on the local church, biblical counseling, and Christian living.

  3. Jun 26 ·  Video

    Are Christians Required to Tithe 10%?

    Drop me a message Have you ever been told that if you don't give 10%, you're robbing God? Or been asked whether you should tithe on your gross income or your net? A lot of what Christians have been taught about tithing doesn't actually line up with Scripture. In this episode we work through the most common arguments for the 10% tithe and ask a straightforward question: does the New Testament actually require it? We look at what the Old Testament tithing system was really for, the passages in Malachi, Matthew, and Genesis that get used to make the case, and what Paul actually teaches about giving in 2 Corinthians 8 and 9. Here's the short answer: there is no command or even an example of New Covenant Christians being required to tithe 10% of their income to a local church. But that's not a loophole to give less. It's an invitation to give regularly, deliberately, cheerfully, and proportionately, which for many of us means giving more than 10%, not less. Whether you're a pastor working through a stewardship series or a church member trying to honor God with your finances, this one will help you think more biblically about giving. Key Passages: Matthew 23:23, Malachi 3:8-10, Genesis 14, 1 Corinthians 16:1-2, 2 Corinthians 8 and 9 Resources Mentioned The Treasure Principle by Randy Alcorn  Why Should I Give to My Church? by Jamie Dunlop

  4. Jun 15 ·  Video

    How to Find Your Spiritual Gift (And Stop Taking Online Quizzes)

    Drop me a message Most Christians are sitting on gifts God intended for the church. That is a problem. In this episode, we walk through Romans 12 and what Scripture actually says about spiritual gifts, how God distributes them, and how to discover and use yours for the edification of your local church and the glory of God. Your gifts are not personal assets. They belong to God, and He entrusted them to you for a reason. What we cover: Why spiritual gifts are not your own personal spiritual assetsThe living sacrifice every Christian is called to be (Romans 12:1-2)Why the church is a body, and every member is essentialThe 7 gifts Paul lists in Romans 12 and what they actually meanNobody in your church is unnecessary, and nobody is ultimateHow to guard against gift envy and be content with what God has given youThe one practical step to actually discovering your spiritual gift📖 Key Text: Romans 12:1-8

  5. Jun 8 ·  Video

    Christians and Social Media: 15 Biblical Rules

    Drop me a message Christians are lobbing grenades at each other online while claiming to follow the Prince of Peace. Something is seriously off. Here are 15 biblical rules for how Christians should carry themselves on social media, straight from Ephesians 4:29-32. Guardrails, practical tips, and some real talk about keyboard courage and mistaking followers for fruit. Social media is never neutral. You're either building people up or tearing them down. What we cover: Why Christians compartmentalize their faith from their online behaviorIs it gossip? Is it edifying? Would Christ be honored? (5 guardrails)Why keyboard courage is cowardiceWhy a big following doesn't equal faithfulnessHow to leverage your platform for God's glory📖 Key Text: Ephesians 4:29-32 🎙 Podcast: [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2543106]  📧 Substack: [https://substack.com/@kingdaddybatman] Twitter: [https://x.com/KingDaddyBatman] #ChristianSocialMedia #BibleTeaching #Discipleship

  6. May 18 ·  Video

    10 Reasons I Love Biblical Counseling (A Mental Health Awareness Month Special)

    Drop me a message In light of Mental Health Awareness Month, I'm sharing 10 personal reflections on why I love biblical counseling. The Word of God is sufficient to answer the questions that matter most. The local church is God's beautiful design for soul care. And Jesus offers more hope than any diagnosis, program, or methodology ever could. If you've ever wondered whether the Bible has anything to say to your real struggles — it does. More than you know.

  7. May 11

    Feeling Bad About Sin Isn't Repentance—Here's What Is

    Drop me a message You can feel terrible about your sin and still not be repentant. That might sound harsh, but it's true—and understanding the difference could change everything. Most of us have been taught that repentance means feeling bad about what we've done. But the Bible makes a crucial distinction between two kinds of sorrow: worldly sorrow that leads to death, and godly sorrow that leads to life. One hates getting caught. The other hates the sin itself. In this episode, I'm walking through 2 Corinthians 7:9-11 and giving you a biblical scorecard for true repentance. Not as a weapon to beat yourself up, but as a gift to help you see clearly. We'll look at 7 traits of genuine repentance, how God's kindness (not His threats) leads us to turn, and why the Spirit's work is essential in all of it. If you've ever wondered whether your repentance is real—or if you're helping someone else walk through repentance—this episode is for you.

  8. May 1

    How to Confess Sin Biblically

    Drop me a message Most Christians know they should confess sin — but almost nobody has been taught why or how to do it well. In this episode we tackle the question "why do we even confess if Jesus already paid for our sins?", walk through what bad confession looks like and why it never brings freedom, and work through Ken Sande's 7 A's of a biblical confession. If you've been confessing and still feel stuck, this episode is for you. Book Referenced: The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict by Ken Sande

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Cameron is the lead pastor of Redeemer Church in Greensboro, NC. He earned his M.Div. in Biblical Counseling from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and is currently finishing his D.Min. in the same field. As an ACBC-certified biblical counselor, Cameron is passionate about equipping disciples with sound doctrine and practical theology to strengthen local churches. Most importantly, he is a sinner saved by God’s undeserved and infinite grace.The goal of this channel and ministry is simple: to equip the church and its leaders in sound doctrine and practical theology.

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    The Recovering Pharisee
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
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