Transformed with Dr. Greg Gifford

Is your strong-willed child simply rebellious—or is something else contributing to the conflict? Dr. Greg Gifford explains how sin, parenting patterns, difficult backgrounds, and individual tendencies can all shape a child’s behavior. Learn how biblical parenting combines understanding with clear expectations, consequences, and faithful authority. Transformed Podcast Episode 193 | September 17, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Want to become more self-aware, understand other people better, and improve your relationships? Dr. Greg Gifford explains why what our culture calls emotional intelligence has important biblical counterparts—and why growing in Scripture should make you more compassionate, considerate, and relationally wise. The surprising path to understanding yourself better may actually begin by focusing less on yourself. Transformed Podcast Episode 192 | September 10, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Eastern Orthodoxy offers something many young Christians are craving: reverence, history, theological depth, and a church that feels anchored to the ancient faith. But Dr. Greg Gifford argues that beneath that appeal lies a crucial question about Scripture, tradition, and the gospel itself. Before you—or someone you care about—trades Protestantism for Orthodoxy, learn why your view of biblical authority determines far more than you may realize. Transformed Podcast Episode 192 | September 03, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Past wounds, harsh words, and repeated failures can leave you feeling permanently defined by what happened to you. Dr. Greg Gifford offers biblical hope by showing how a renewed mind, a right view of yourself, and confidence in God's truth can break the cycle of self-pity. If you're ready to stop living like a victim, this conversation points you toward lasting freedom in Christ. Transformed Podcast Episode 190 | August 27, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Life can leave real wounds—but does every hardship have to define you? Dr. Greg Gifford explores why Christians drift into self-pity, how a victim mindset distorts our view of God and ourselves, and where lasting freedom is found. If you've ever struggled with discouragement, insecurity, or feeling like everyone is against you, this conversation will challenge and encourage you. Transformed Podcast Episode 189 | August 20, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

What if your greatest need isn't more self-care, but more Christ? Dr. Greg Gifford examines key biblical passages that redefine how Christians should think about guarding the heart, resisting sin, and caring for the body God has entrusted to them. You'll leave with a clearer, more biblical framework for navigating today's booming self-care culture. Transformed Podcast Episode 188 | August 13, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Is modern self-care helping you glorify God—or quietly making life revolve around yourself? Dr. Greg Gifford examines the explosive growth of the wellness industry, exposes its underlying promises, and explains why Christians need a biblical framework for caring for their bodies. Learn the difference between self-focused self-care and faithful stewardship that honors Christ. Transformed Podcast Episode 188 | August 06, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Are you controlling your anger—or is your anger quietly controlling you? Dr. Greg Gifford examines the difference between righteous and sinful anger and why Christians can be dangerously quick to justify their own reactions. Learn how trusting God’s patience and perfect justice can change what happens when you feel disrespected, wronged, or pushed too far. Transformed Podcast Episode 187 | July 30, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Anxiety may feel unavoidable, but what if managing the symptoms keeps you from confronting the deeper spiritual problem? Dr. Greg Gifford explains why your view of God’s sovereignty, goodness, and fatherly care can radically reshape the way you respond to worry. Discover the biblical categories that can help you stop being ruled by anxiety and start trusting the God who knows exactly what you need. Transformed Podcast Episode 186 | July 23, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Loneliness isn't always solved by finding more people—it often reveals a deeper spiritual need. Dr. Greg Gifford explains why God's grace, steadfast love, and presence satisfy the heart in ways that human relationships never can. If you've felt isolated, disconnected, or forgotten, you'll discover where lasting hope is actually found. Transformed Podcast Episode 185 | July 16, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!