Sep 30, 2026
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. David D. Edgington,
founder and executive director of Compassionate Counselors. Dr.
Edgington has served as a pastor since 1992 and brings decades of
experience in biblical counseling, ministry, leadership, and caring
for those who serve others. He is certified with ACBC and IABC and
holds a PhD and MA in Theology, an MDiv, and a BS in Engineering.
Join us for a meaningful conversation on faith, counseling,
leadership, and caring for the people behind the protector
role.
Who’s Jimmy Graham?
Jimmy spent over 15 years in the US Navy SEAL Teams earning the
rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). During that time, he earned
certifications as a Sniper, Joint Tactical Air Controller, Range
Safety Officer for Live Fire, Dynamic Movement and Master Training
Specialist. He also served for 7 years as an Operator and Lead
Instructor for an Elite Federal Government Protective Detail for
High-Risk and Critical environments, to include; Kirkuk, Iraq,
Kabul, Afghanistan, Beirut, Lebanon and Benghazi, Libya. During
this time he earned his certification for Federal Firearms
Instructor, Simunition Scenario Qualified Instructor and Certified
Skills Facilitator. Jimmy has trained law enforcement on the
Federal, State, and Local levels as well as Fire Department, EMS
and Dispatch personnel. His passion is to train communities across
the nation in order to enhance their level of readiness in response
to active shooter situations. Make sure you subscribe and stay
tuned to everything we are doing.
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