Conversational Counseling is where discipleship and counseling meet. Each season we help you apply biblical truths to your everyday life and to the lives of those around you. After decades of having these conversations in the counseling room and side by
The Conversational Counseling podcast has been an incredibly valuable resource for me as I seek to grow in my understanding of biblical counseling. Each episode is filled with sound biblical teachings and the relatable life experiences of hosts Brenda and Alex. Through their conversations and the practical tools they provide, I have been able to share what I've learned with others who are hurting in my life and through my ministry. As I work towards my biblical counseling certification, these podcasts have become a treasured source of wisdom and encouragement.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is how relatable Brenda and Alex are. They openly share their own ups and downs, as well as their mistakes, in counseling. This transparency helps me see that God uses us no matter what if we are willing. Additionally, they consistently remind listeners that it's all about the work of the Holy Spirit and not about our own abilities or efforts. This reminder is crucial for me as I tend to rely too much on myself rather than trusting in God's power. I also appreciate how practical the information provided in each episode is, with a consistent focus on Jesus as the ultimate source of healing and transformation.
I honestly can't think of any significant drawbacks or worst aspects of this podcast. The only minor criticism could be that occasionally some episodes may feel repetitive if you've been listening for a while, but this is likely inevitable given the nature of counseling topics. Overall, the quality of content and presentation far outweighs any small repetition.
In conclusion, The Conversational Counseling podcast has had a transformative impact on my faith life and how I share that faith with others. It equips listeners with valuable tools for loving God, loving others, and serving well. Brenda and Alex's wisdom and insights make a tangible difference in the lives of their audience, including myself. I am immensely grateful for this podcast and eagerly anticipate each new episode that drops. If you're looking for rich conversation about counseling that interacts with everyday life and relationships, this is the podcast for you.
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>> Click HERE to get free visuals, handouts and discussion questions for Conversational Counseling sent straight to your email! What is your posture when you join someone on their journey to comfort and change? If our first priority is to influence or teach, we risk pushing our framework of beliefs on others rather than prioritizing love. In 1 Corinthians 13, Paul opens the chapter by reminding the church about the importance of sharing truth with love. As Christians and counselors, we should never compromise on the essentials of the gospel when we're pursuing love. But at the same time, we must recognize that our framework about the nonessentials is colored by our own experiences, training and mentors. Scholars and biblical leaders have studied the Bible for centuries and still disagree on many nonessentials. When we push our framework of these nonessentials on others, they can feel unheard and pressured to conform to a belief that isn't foundational to their Christian walk. As Paul exhorts in 1 Corinthians, we must emphasize love. Jesus, our better Counselor, welcomes people to Himself, not a certain denomination or school of thought. Just as He's sanctified us, He can sanctify others and deepen their understanding of Him and His Word.Resources:Connect with other Christians and counselors: Gospel-Centered Biblical Counseling and Equipping Facebook Group with Bob KellemenSeason 10 of Conversational Counseling on “Do as I Say Not as I Do.”To sign up for free visuals and discussion questions for this season click here.Our theme music is by As Isaac.This podcast is made possible by engineer and producer Shane Selby, executive producer Meleah Smith, and generous donors.Known Ministries is Alex Kocher and Brenda Payne.
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Disclaimer: This season is about trauma, and it might be difficult at times for some listeners. It's not graphic, but each episode does cover sensitive topics.>> Click HERE to get free visuals, handouts and discussion questions for Conversational Counseling sent straight to your email!
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We are SO thrilled to share this bonus episode with you!! Our colleague and quickly becoming dear friend, Shauna Van Dyke, is the Executive Director at the Association of Biblical Counselors (ABC). Shauna has an amazing heart to equip believers for the work of ministry as she sincerely believes we are all called to care. That every single one of us can live out the "one anothers" in our daily lives. And she is an amazing champion and cheerleader of what the Lord is doing in and through others! She offers a sincere and tender encouragement for any of us who feels isolated and alone in our calling... and if we're honest, that's each of us at some point! So we can not be discouraged if we are the only one who is leaning in... to consider it a great gift. If you're looking to be reminded that you are not entirely alone, to learn, be enriched, challenged and encouraged in your own walk with the Lord but also as you walk with others, there's still time to register for the ABC conference coming up April 25-27, 2024. They have in-person and virtual options available! We're going to be there and would love to meet up with any of you who will be as well! Called to Counsel, ABC's conference April 25-27, 2024 in Fort Worth ,TX Shauna's Truth Renewed Ministry website ABC's website: christiancounseling.com Equipped to Counsel by John Henderson Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands by Paul David Tripp "Superpowers" (S1 E2) of Conversational Counseling Our Real Life Discipleship Counseling Class (which Shauna so graciously recommends) "Tim Challies: A Story of Immeasurable Suffering and Incomparable Hope" (S5 E8) of Conversational Counseling ABC's Resources (even more available in their member area!) CCEF's conference Oct 4-6, 2024 in Chattanooga, TN Follow on social media: - ABC on Facebook - Truth Renewed Ministries Facebook - ABC on Instagram - Truth Renewed on Instagram To sign up for free visuals and discussion questions for this podcast click here. Our theme music is by As Isaac. This podcast is made possible by engineer and producer Shane Selby, executive producer Meleah Smith, and generous donors. Known Ministries is Alex Kocher and Brenda Payne.
Note: This episode is particularly one mother sharing her story, but this episode will not merely benefit moms. We think the principles we talk about apply to anyone whose world has been turned upside down and is facing depression. We hope you enjoy… >> Click HERE to get free visuals, handouts and discussion questions for Conversational Counseling sent straight to your email!
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Have you ever felt like you are constantly striving for something that is never quite good enough? Or maybe you just feel like you're always falling a little short? If so, then this episode might be especially for you. This week's common struggle is perfectionism. Whether we can see it in small areas or all throughout our lives, perfectionism can quickly become exhausting, exacting and exasperating! The “do it all” mentality of many perfectionists often leads to positive feedback from others, but all the praise can easily hide our underlying motives to the point that we can become unaware of the shame beneath our striving. Throughout this episode Alex walks us through her own journey with perfectionism and how the gospel provides freedom from the many things that can drive the perfectionism in all of us. For Ed Welch's Shame Interrupted click here. For Robert Thune & Will Walker's The Gospel Centered Life click here. For Milton Vincent's The Gospel Primer click here. You can click to listen to S1 E2 / Superpowers and S1 E3 / The "Tions": Justification, Sanctification, Glorification. To sign up for free visuals and discussion questions for this season click here. Our theme music is by As Isaac. This podcast is made possible by engineers and producers Zachary Tate Smith and Shane Selby, executive producer Meleah Smith, and generous donors. Known Ministries is Alex Kocher and Brenda Payne. This fourth season of Conversational Counseling is called "Wisdom for life's common struggles.”
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