Hope + Help for Understanding Emotions with Brian Borgman

In this episode of the Hope + Help Podcast, host Christine Chappell interviews Brian Borgman about the topic of understanding emotions and his book, Feelings & Faith: Cultivating Godly Emotions in the Christian Life. During the conversation, they explore the importance of emotions as part of being made in God's image, and delve into the dangers of neglecting emotions or being ruled by them—emphasizing the need for Christlike balance. The discussion highlights the role of Jesus as a model for emotional maturity and the hope found in the gospel for those struggling with emotional challenges. Practical steps for emotional transformation are also shared, encouraging listeners to seek growth in their emotional lives through faith and biblical understanding. View the full show notes & links for this episode: ibcd.org/emotions-brian-borgman Learn more about IBCD's 2026 Summer Institute on the topic of navigating emotions at https://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.