Ask the Counselor by CCEF
CCEF
Ask the Counselor by CCEF is a place to bring the questions that weigh on your soul about life, relationships, and the struggles of the human heart. CCEF faculty respond with brief, thoughtful reflections shaped by Scripture and seasoned by years of pastoral care. Whether you're navigating conflict in your marriage, parenting a struggling child, or searching for hope in the midst of loss, God offers His presence and comfort to you. Listen as we mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life.
CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources, visit ccef.org.
CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources, visit ccef.org.
Episodes
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Mar 30, 2026 • 3min
How do I stop dark intrusive thoughts that scare me?
Listen as Mike Emlet answers the question, "I struggle with dark intrusive thoughts that scare me. What do I do?" You can watch the full video here. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Submit it here: ccef.org/ask-the-counselor-questions CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org. Music: "Desert Sky" by BENSON.
Mar 26, 2026 • 6min
How can I help my teen struggling with a pornography addiction?
Todd Stryd, a biblical counselor and speaker, offers practical, Scripture-shaped guidance for parents of teens wrestling with pornography. He outlines three concise strategies: reinforce your teen with presence and prayer. Broaden their focus to identity and loving deeds. Limit access with wise protections. The conversation balances wise precautions with hopeful, loving care.
Mar 23, 2026 • 11min
My husband lied to me. How do I know if I can trust him again?
Listen as Aaron Sironi answers the question, "My husband lied to me. How do I know if I can trust him again? " You can watch the full video here. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Submit it here: ccef.org/ask-the-counselor-questions CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org. Music: "Desert Sky" by BENSON.
Mar 19, 2026 • 11min
How do I navigate unwanted singleness?
Listen as Esther Liu answers the question, "How do I navigate unwanted singleness?" You can watch the full video here. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Submit it here: ccef.org/ask-the-counselor-questions CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org. Music: "Desert Sky" by BENSON.
Mar 16, 2026 • 12min
What does the Bible say about how to respond to a nagging wife?
Aaron Sironi, a biblical counselor and speaker, offers Scripture-shaped reflections on marriage. He discusses Proverbs’ images of quarrelsome spouses and the emotional pain of constant criticism. He outlines common reactions like withdrawal and defensiveness. Aaron encourages moving toward understanding, speaking directly, and asking for patience and gentleness.
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Mar 12, 2026 • 9min
How do I discern true repentance from fake repentance?
Darby Strickland, CCEF faculty member and counselor, explains how to tell genuine repentance from hollow remorse. He contrasts worldly sorrow with godly sorrow. He uses Zacchaeus as an example of visible change. He stresses protecting the harmed, specificity in confession, dependence on God, and ongoing pursuit of holiness and restoration.
Mar 9, 2026 • 6min
How do I get over or deal with certain anxiety triggers?
Listen as Todd Stryd answers the question, "How do I get over certain anxiety triggers?" You can watch the full video here. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Submit it here: ccef.org/ask-the-counselor-questions CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org. Music: "Desert Sky" by BENSON.
Dec 19, 2025 • 5min
"He Came to Earth . . . He Came for Us" by Lauren Whitman
Listen as Lauren Whitman reads her blog, "He Came to Earth . . . He Came for Us," in which she considers the cosmic breakthrough when God entered our shattered world. You can read the blog here. CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org. Music: "Created by Design" by Cody Martin.
Dec 5, 2025 • 4min
"Desire for Approval" by Ed Welch
Listen as Ed Welch reflects on a time when he was controlled by his desire for others' approval. You can read the blog here. CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org. Music: "Created by Design" by Cody Martin.
Nov 21, 2025 • 7min
"12 Ways to Encourage an Open and Vulnerable Culture in Your Church" by Ed Welch
Listen as Ed Welch considers how we can contribute to a church culture where people are drawn into deeper community with one another in Christ. You can read the blog here. CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org. Music: "Created by Design" by Cody Martin.
