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Listen as Esther Liu considers the times when the promises of Scripture don't seem to apply to us, and what it looks like to walk by faith, not sight. 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...

Listen as Ed Welch reads a sample chapter from his book, Depression: Finding Christ in the Darkness . Ed asserts that Christ's mercy meets us where we are: today. 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...

Listen as Mike Emlet reflects on what it means to love others as Jesus does, even when it's costly to us. 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 . M...

Listen as Todd Stryd reflects on how God uses our weaknesses and limitations for his kingdom purposes, even when we're tempted to think we're just getting in his way. 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...

Listen as Todd Stryd shares an example of shame in his own life and assures us that what God says about us is ultimately true. You can read the blog here .

Listen as Esther Liu reads a compassionate letter to those living in secret sin, urging them to bring their sin into the light before others and before God, who is rich in mercy. You can read the blog here .

How do we honestly, openly share our thoughts in ways that are faithful and constructive? Listen as Todd Stryd considers Scripture's nuanced response, which all at once gives permission, admonishes caution, and provides direction. You can read the blog here .

Listen as Mike Emlet reads his "Liturgy for Rest." You can read the liturgy 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.

Listen as Ed Welch considers what we can learn from Jonah, who raises a song of praise to the Lord even in the belly of a fish. 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 troub...

What do we do when we experience regrets in parenting? Listen as Lauren Whitman considers how Jesus rescues us from regrets by bringing new life to all our broken places.

Listen as Esther Liu challenges a common response to our weaknesses and instead offers an alternate response. You can read the blog here .

Often, moments of beauty, joy, and laughter in life are so fleeting. The challenges and griefs of life in this fallen world can quickly overshadow our perception of the good that God brings into our lives. Mike Emlet lists ten ways to stretch a momentary joy into a more lasting posture of gratitude. You can read the blog here . CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to res...

Most of us would like to learn how to have better conversations with those around us, but we don't know how to improve in these skills. Listen as Ed Welch considers 10 simple ways to improve our conversation skills in an effort to grow in our care for others. You can read his blog here . CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling...

Messages about who we are—our identity—are powerful. Listen as Lauren Whitman reads her blog about the messages we receive from others and from the Lord and how they shape our identity. 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 treasur...

In his blog, Ed Welch considers one well-known story in Scripture, drawing out a lesser known act of God's great mercy in the story. 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...

Listen as Esther Liu talks about how noticing glimmers of God's kindness in our days is important when we walk through suffering. 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 tro...

Is it sinful to keep a record of how others have hurt us? Darby Strickland explains why recording a list of wrongs can actually be a helpful tool in working with victims of abuse, as it helps them sort through ongoing patterns of abuse. You can read her blog here . CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn...

Listen as Mike Emlet reads his blog titled "An Open Letter to a Discouraged Saint," in which he seeks to remind us of God's unchangeable love. You can read his 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 Scriptur...

Listen as Todd Stryd reads his blog titled "I Am Not Okay," in which he contrasts God's voice with the voice of self-hatred. You can read his blog here. You can read her 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 o...

Listen as Darby Strickland reads her blog titled "Words: A Hidden Weapon of Domestic Abuse." Darby discusses verbal abuse and the reasons why it may be harder to discern than other forms of abuse. You can read her 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 f...

Listen as Aaron Sironi reads his blog titled "Sexual Intimacy in Marriage: A Joint Trust." Aaron considers Paul's words to the Corinthians about what it means to flourish in marital intimacy. You can read his 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 m...

Listen as Mike Emlet reads his blog titled "Just-Around-the-Corner Spirituality." Mike considers our tendency toward future thinking and discontentment. Instead, he advocates for today as the ideal context for Christian growth. You can read his blog here . CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more abo...

Listen as Mike Emlet reads his blog titled "An Open Letter to a Distressed Sufferer," in which he seeks to encourage the downcast. You can read his 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 tr...

Listen as Todd Stryd reads his blog titled "Psalm 90 and 'Doing the Best That I Can.'" Todd describes how this phrase is actually akin to praying that God would "establish the work of my hands." You can read his 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 fin...

Listen as Ed Welch reads his blog titled "Enduring in the Midst of Depression." Ed reflects on the results of a survey on depression, highlighting the testimony of many saints who've clung to Jesus. Listen for some practical encouragement in the struggle of depression. You can read his blog here . CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and c...