Speak The Truth

In this engaging discussion, Andrew Dealy, Executive Director at the Austin Stone Counseling Center, and Jonathan Holmes, Executive Director of Fieldstone Counseling, share their insights on integrating biblical counseling within local churches. They explore effective care models and the importance of supportive environments in nurturing healing. The duo underscores the need for community in the healing process and emphasizes that counseling can serve as a temporary 'rest stop' on one's journey of spiritual growth, benefiting both clients and counselors alike.

Emily Dempster, Director of Counseling Training at Salem Heights Church, shares her expertise on equipping local churches for effective counseling. She emphasizes starting small and growing gradually, highlighting real-life success stories that illustrate the impact of care ministries. The conversation delves into the transformative power of biblical counseling, encouraging church leaders to embrace community support and collaboration. Dempster's insights reveal how fostering a culture of compassion within churches can significantly enhance their counseling efforts.

In this enlightening discussion, Pete Potloff, executive pastor at Salem Heights Church, shares his expertise in overseeing their impactful counseling ministry. He highlights the importance of intensive discipleship and caring for one another, which have dramatically transformed both individuals and the church community. Pete encourages churches to start small in building a culture of care, emphasizing how such ministries can enhance community engagement and encourage personal heart transformation, ultimately serving as a catalyst for evangelism.

Justin Greene, Senior Pastor of Salem Heights Church, shares insights on the powerful intersection of biblical counseling and evangelism. He emphasizes how equipping church members with biblical truths can transform lives and strengthen communities. Greene highlights the unique role churches can play in mental health support, contrasting it with state resources. He also discusses the importance of genuine care in addressing societal challenges like addiction and how personal connections foster trust and outreach.

Tara Cox and Dave Hamlin, Counseling Care Coordinators at Salem Heights Church, share their transformative journeys in church leadership and counseling. They discuss the vital role of supporting counselors and the unique challenges they face. Emphasizing community and faith, Tara and Dave highlight the importance of care groups and teamwork in ministry. Their insight into adapting practices over time and creating safe spaces for counselors to connect is both encouraging and inspiring for church leaders looking to prioritize caregiver support.

In this engaging podcast, the hosts discuss the importance and challenges of establishing a care ministry in the local church. They cover topics such as the journey of developing biblical counseling, the role of liability and insurance, and the significance of care ministries in nurturing and supporting church members. The conversation includes insights on setting up well-trained individuals, establishing policies for liability concerns, and the rewarding impact of participating in this essential ministry within the church community.

In this episode the hosts continue the mini-series on social anxiety disorder. Mike and Jeremy discuss the intersection of sin and suffering, emphasizing the importance of including the physiological aspects of anxiety in counseling. They explore the idea of using the body as an act of worship and share examples from Scripture to illustrate the faithfulness of God in the face of anxiety. The hosts encourage counselors to recognize the honor and beauty of their role in helping people navigate through the struggle of anxiety.Episode Resources Saints, Sufferers, and Sinners: Love Others as God Loves Us - Michael Emlet Watch Us on YouTubeWatch these episodes on YouTube Interested in Level 1 Certification W/The Association of Biblical Counselors?Truth Renewed Ministries 

In this episode, The hosts talk about the diagnostic criteria for social anxiety disorder and explore how the fear of God can be integrated into the counseling process. They also discuss the importance of understanding God's presence, his role as a refuge, and the reconditioning of thoughts and behaviors. Additionally, they mention using a motivation log to help individuals suffering from social anxiety gather data and identify underlying emotions and desires.Watch the episode on YouTubeEpisode ResourcesABC Resources (Need to be a member to access the resource mentioned in the episode)Christians Guide to Psychological TermsWhen People are Big and God is Small For more information on becoming a certified biblical counselor, please visit Truth Renewed

In this episode, the hosts begin our new miniseries on social anxiety disorder. They provide an overview of the topic, discuss the cultural perspective of social anxiety disorder, and talk about their experiences with people who struggle with social anxiety. They also briefly touch on the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) and its role in diagnosing mental health conditions. The hosts emphasize the importance of understanding social anxiety disorder through a biblical lens and plan to explore the topic further in future episodes.Episode Transcript

In this episode, Jeremy continues the discussion on anxiety and how to move forward with setting goals for change.