The CrossCounsel Podcast
Welcome to the CrossCounsel Podcast! Since 1997, we've been finding a better way to experience healing, growth, and maturity in Christ. Join our co-founder, Rev. Steve Freitag, and special guests as they explore how the Spirit of Jesus transforms us into people who are strong, steady, sturdy, secure, and appropriately compassionate.
Diving into our MELT Process isn't easy, but it's well worth it. Those who are willing to engage with both their present and historical pain—and confront their "demons"—can discover unimaginable freedom and peace.
Much of this may feel surprisingly simple, yet deeply transformative—strangely normal. Together, let's do all we can in the work God calls us to do.
Episodes
172 episodes
172 | What Am I Hiding Behind?
Episode 172 begs the question, are we truly being transformed, or just wearing the costume of faith? In this episode, we explore the danger of spiritual performance—appearing strong while hiding deep brokenness. AJ and Hillary share their journ...
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171 | Can We See MELT in the Scriptures?
On this podcast, Steve and Hillary finish up their long discussion exploring biblical stories that indirectly reflect the principles of the MELT Process. We’ll look at the bleeding woman in Mark 5, who was told she was unclean and how ...
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Episode 171
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29:25
170 | Knowing Jesus Has You in Mind
Hi everyone, and welcome! In this podcast, we’re joined by Justine Roberts.This recording follows a recent session she had with Steve, where they ran out of time before fully resolving a particular memory. In the days that followed, Jus...
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169 | Two Special Women with Jesus
Hi Everyone! On this episode, Steve and Hillary explore how Jesus broke societal norms in His transformative encounters with two women: the Samaritan woman at the well and the woman caught in adultery.They discuss how Jesus, ...
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Episode 169
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22:30
168 | Scripture and F-35s
Hi Everyone,This episode kicks off with some light banter between Steve and Hillary, including his morning at Truax Field in Madison, home of the F-35. It's a cutting-edge, stealthy multirole fighter with advanced avionics and supersoni...
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25:54
167 | Our Soul's Soundtracks
Hello Everyone!Music has touched all of our lives in ways we may not even realize. In this episode, Steve is joined by guests Jenni Freitag, Shane Buol, and Jason Hoffman—three talented musicians with a deep commitment to the truth and b...
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Episode 167
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48:16
166 | WITH Jesus Everyday
Hi Everybody. This episode features the return of Mary Carlton for a special appearance. The topic was inspired by Mary's words soon after the school shooting in Madison. As simplistic as it may sound, we truly believe that the inner turmoil th...
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Episode 166
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37:15
165 | School Shooting / Declaration of Hope
We’re coming to you today with heavy hearts in light of the recent tragedies in Madison, Wisconsin, and the heartbreaking school shooting that occurred on Monday, December 16. These events have shaken our community and reminded us, once again, ...
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Episode 165
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19:02
164 | Love Bonds and Fear Bonds
Our discussion on this episode gets into an unexpected and very brief overview of Love Bonds and Fear Bonds from the book Living from the Heart Jesus Gave You.In summary, love bonds are secure connections bu...
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Episode 164
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29:39
163 | Don't Let a Diagnosis Identify You
Hello Everyone,In this episode, we dive into a powerful conversation. Hillary shares her inspiring journey through the MELT Process, highlighting how she's overcome symptoms of ADHD and the profound impact it has had on her life. ...
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Episode 163
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34:45
162 | Loving God Wholeheartedly
Hello Everyone!We were originally going to call this episode, "Ope! Throw another shrimp on the barbie!" That was to be a tongue-in-cheek tip of the cap to us Midwesterners and to Australians who may be listening. However, ...
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Episode 162
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52:18
161 | Half Measures
Hello Everyone,We jump right into a discussion on how we hope that after some time with us, they can start MELTing without us. We discuss recognizing that many things we do to find peace are often only half measures, bringi...
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Episode 161
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22:26
160 | Avoid Disillusionment
Hello Everyone,On this episode, we discuss how important it is to face what needs to be faced in our lives. We talk about how the subconscious tries to trick us into believing that we're doing better than we really are....
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Episode 160
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20:02
159 | Weeding Out More Lies
Hello Everyone,On this episode, Shane Buol returns! The "No Need for Weed" (Ep. 155), podcast he first appeared on resonated with many people.We talked about his deeper reflections from that first podcast. We talk...
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Episode 159
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37:25
158 | Boy MELTs, Meets Girl (Part 2)
This podcast moves forward into the second half of “Boy MELTs, Meets Girl.” Part 2 picks up with Steve talking about how he dealt with certain issues as a dad with their kids. We talked about AJs adjustment from h...
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Episode 158
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26:45
157 | Boy MELTs, Meets Girl (Part One)
Hi Everyone!On this podcast you are introduced to AJ & Hillary Freitag. AJ's parents were introduced to principles much like we use in our MELT Process. What the Lord is doing in AJ is just what Hillary hoped and prayed for in a hus...
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156 | Peek Into Our Staff Meeting: Malaysia Report
Hi Friends! As we return to our regularly scheduled podcast, we give you a glimpse into our staff meeting where we heard from our staff who traveled to Malaysia. So download this download of great info. We also have a sad update regarding how w...
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Episode 156
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29:36
155 | No Need for Weed
Hello friend! On this episode, Steve sits down with Shane Buol. Shane gave an excellent testimony at our annual Golf Event. You'll hear his testimony from June. Then he and Steve get into a great conversation about the freedom...
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Episode 155
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44:07
154 | Inside Out 2: Group Discussion
Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Jon and Steve chat with Jenni, Brynn and Lucy about the family movie "Inside Out 2" and the lessons it teaches about feelings.If you have questions about our ministry, want to kno...
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Episode 154
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36:10
153 | Thoughts About Feelings
Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Jon and Steve chat with Jenni, Brynn and Lucy about the 2015 family movie "Inside Out" and the lessons it teaches about feelings.A few of the topics covered:
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Episode 153
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45:38
152 | Consider It All Joy
Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Jon and Steve talk about the nature of joy, and how it differs from happiness. You won't want to miss it!A few of the topics covered:5:45 - Looking...
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Episode 152
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28:48
151 | In the In Between
Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Jon and Steve talk about what can be done in the time between sessions, and bring up 3 ways you can prepare for your next session with CrossCounsel. A few of the topics cov...
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Episode 151
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29:26
150 | A Reminder for Times Like This
Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Jon and Steve talk about the events of July 13th, and the importance of forgiveness. A few of the topics covered:0:30 - Witty banter and upcoming ...
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Episode 150
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