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Asking WhyAuthor: Clint Davis
Asking Why is a podcast hosted by Clint Davis, an army veteran, ordained minister and licensed psychotherapist. Clint has a masters in marriage and family therapy and is trained in trauma, and sex addiction. He is also the Director of Recovery for The Hub: Urban Ministry which helps rescue men, women, and children out of human trafficking and poverty. Clint owns his own Counseling and Integrative Wellness Center, with 3 locations, with over 25 professionals from a wide range of modalities. The goal of this podcast is to get down to root issues by interviewing guests from different fields of study. Through conversations and relationship, Clint will venture to ask mindful questions to find practical solutions to disrupt the negative cycles and systems we find ourselves in. We hope that by listening you will gather unique information about life, spirituality, and mental health that will lead to internal growth, producing external success in all you do! Visit: www.clintdaviscounseling.com for more information! Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 181: Dr. Mark Briggs | Pastoral Counseling
Episode 185
Friday, 6 March, 2026
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Mark Briggs shares his journey from pastoral ministry to biblical counseling, emphasizing the importance of legacy, relationship, and spiritual growth. Discover practical insights on leadership, reparenting, and maintaining consistency in life and faith. MARK L. BRIGGS, DMin Certified Pastoral Counselor | Professional Clinical Member, National Christian Counselors Association | Certified in Crisis Intervention (CIT for Police & EMS) Clientele: Male Adolescents, Teenagers, Adults, Couples, and Families Mark L. Briggs is the founder and Senior Pastor of Riverpark Church in Shreveport—a unique church community that gathers in a restored amusement park, reflecting Mark’s creative heart and vision for ministry. He pastors alongside his wife, Laquita, and together they’ve built a ministry centered on authenticity and transformation. Mark is also the author of Behind the Mask of Religious Traditions and Confessions of Job’s Wife. A father of three and grandfather of nine, he enjoys open spaces, training horses, and craftsmanship of all kinds. With more than 40 years in ministry, Mark brings a deep understanding of spiritual formation and human complexity. His work as a pastoral counselor and police chaplain, combined with professional clinical training, allows him to blend faith-based insight with practical counseling tools—offering holistic guidance through both life’s darkest valleys and brightest seasons. 🔗 Learn more: https://www.marklbriggs.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Credibility 01:12 Mark Briggs' Personal Journey and Ministry 03:34 Transitioning into Biblical Counseling 04:58 The Development of Disciples and Mentorship 09:15 Keys to Longevity and Legacy in Ministry 12:48 The Importance of Passing the Baton 14:36 Consistency and Daily Spiritual Practices 19:55 The Simplicity of Spiritual Growth 24:38 Understanding Repentance and Reparenting 32:48 The Role of Shame and Condemnation 36:25 Connecting Generations and Legacy 41:13 The Spirit of Elijah and Generational Transfer 43:55 Practical Parenting and Mentorship Tips 45:58 Boundaries, Counseling, and Wise Decisions 47:25 Closing Remarks and Resources for Listeners
