15:14 - Biblical Counseling Coalition

Jason Kovacs, Executive Director of the Gospel Care Collective and member of the BCC Council, discusses the challenges of parenting teenagers, the growth and work of Gospel Care Collective, the importance of sabbaticals for pastors and ministry leaders, and the counseling center's equipping program and consulting services.

Dr. Ed Welch is a member of the BCC Council. He is a counselor and faculty member at the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF). He earned a PhD in counseling (neuropsychology) from the University of Utah and has a Master of Divinity degree from Biblical Theological Seminary. Ed has been counseling for over thirty years and has written many books and articles on biblical counseling, including When People Are Big and God Is Small; Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave; Blame It on the Brain?; Depression; Running Scared; Shame Interrupted; Side by Side: Walking with Others in Wisdom and Love; A Small Book about a Big Problem: Meditations on Anger, Patience, and Peace, and Created to Draw Near: Our Life as God’s Royal Priests. He and his wife, Sheri, have two married daughters and eight grandchildren. In his spare time, Ed enjoys spending time with his wife and extended family and playing his guitar. In this episode, we get to hear more about Ed’s upbringing, how he got into biblical counseling, and how he has continued to grow in his love for God.  Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.   LINKS TO OUR SPONSORS: Boyce College Biblical Counseling Southern Seminary Biblical Counseling

In this episode, Lilly Park, an Associate Professor of Biblical Counseling at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, discusses her life and ministry. They cover topics such as Lilly's childhood and upbringing, her faith journey, the challenges of ministry without family support, moving to Kentucky, her PhD in biblical counseling, influential books in biblical counseling, and the rewards and challenges of counseling.

Joe Keller is a member of the BCC Council. He has served in Christian ministry and leadership development for over 20 years. Joe currently serves as the Executive Pastor at Grace Baptist Church in Santa Clarita, California, and teaches in the Biblical Counseling Department at The Master’s University. He received his undergraduate degree at The Master’s University, Master of Divinity from The Master’s Seminary, and Doctor of Ministry from Westminster Theological Seminary. He is also the co-host of “The Most Interesting Person in the World Podcast,” where they talk to complete strangers about life and the pursuit of happiness. Joe and his wife Heidi have four children and four cats and enjoy the journey of trying to herd them all. Dr. Keller joins us for this “Getting to Know” episode to discuss his life, ministry, and passion for friendship. Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.   LINKS TO OUR SPONSORS: Boyce College Biblical Counseling Southern Seminary Biblical Counseling

Darryl Burling is the Founder and CEO of Biblical Mastery Academy and Chairman of the Board for New Zealand Biblical Counseling Association. Darryl spent 15 years in the IT industry, working in a variety of roles before beginning his theological education. He completed a Bachelor of the Arts in Biblical Counseling at The Master's University in less than two years and then graduated with a Master of Divinity degree from The Master's Seminary. He then went on to doctoral studies, earning a Master of Theology and a Doctor of Philosophy in Biblical Counseling with a minor in Biblical Spirituality from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Darryl has been happily married for 30 years and has three grown daughters. He serves as an elder and occasional preacher in his local church. He joins us for this episode of 15:14 to discuss the state of biblical counseling in New Zealand and share about the incredible work of Biblical Mastery Academy. Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.   LINKS TO OUR SPONSORS: Boyce College Biblical Counseling Southern Seminary Biblical Counseling

Ellen is the Director of Equipping for Ministry to Women for Harvest USA and a member of the BCC Council. She joined Harvest USA in 2007 as their first full-time women’s ministry staff. She has authored several mini-books, a women’s curriculum, a devotional, and, most recently, Jesus and Your Unwanted Journey: Wives Finding Comfort After Sexual Betrayal. Ellen now focuses on producing new content and developing training for churches. She received her MA from Covenant Theological Seminary and a graduate certificate in biblical counseling from the Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation (CCEF). Ellen joins us for this episode of 15:14 to discuss her life and ministry as well as lessons learned along the way.    LINKS TO OUR SPONSORS: Boyce College Biblical Counseling Southern Seminary Biblical Counseling   Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.

Robert Cheong, co-founder of Gospel Care Ministries, shares his personal journey and passion for Kingdom work. Topics discussed include his upbringing, faith journey, and role in biblical counseling. He explores the power of abiding in Christ, addressing gaps in walking with God, and the joy of counseling.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss exciting updates in the lives of the BCC staff and the organization. They also talk about new initiatives to be launched soon. They share personal updates, delve into navigating transitions, and finding support. Additionally, they highlight the release of books on redeeming and reclaiming marriages, as well as the value of friendship and diverse perspectives in counseling.

Peter Sondergeld is the lead pastor of Restoration Church and founder and chair of Restore Ministries. He served as a director of Biblical Counseling Australia from 2013 to early 2018. Peter is a registered teacher, counselor, and counseling supervisor. He holds a Graduate Certificate in Biblical Counseling, a Master of Education, and a Doctor of Ministry. Peter joins us for this episode to discuss his wonderful book Becoming You: becoming the person God made you to be. Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.

Dave Deuel is a member of the BCC Council. He is Academic Dean Emeritus of the Master’s Academy International and Senior Research Fellow and Policy Advisor for the Christian Institute on Disability at Joni and Friends. In addition to teaching seminary classes and conducting interim pastoral roles, he serves on boards and committees that focus on ministry training and protecting and improving the lives of people with disabilities, including governor’s advisory roles in California and New York. Dave joins us for this episode of 15:14 to discuss the mission opportunities available for disability caregivers. He recently wrote a two-part blog on the topic as well for the BCC mini-series discussing vocational opportunities in biblical counseling. You may also be interested in the Lausanne Movement’s Disability Concerns Network.   Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.