The CrossCounsel Podcast

Happy New Year, friend!  On this episode of the podcast, we go through a few announcements for January, and get to know Steve and Mary a little more through a game called "Five of Fifty".  You won't want to miss it! A few of the topics Steve, Jon, Mary & Wes cover: 5:30 - Announcements; 11:50 - Five of Fifty! If you have questions about our ministry, want to know how to donate,...

Hello friend!   On this episode of the podcast, Jon and Steve sit down with Wes and Mary Carlton and talk about some of the negative emotions people often feel around the holidays. A few of the topics Steve, Jon, Mary & Wes cover: 3:45 - Announcements; 9:30 - Holidays and family losses; 18:45 - Our minds work by associations; 32:35 - Merry Christmas!   If you have questions about our ministry,...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Mary and Steve discuss the damaging effects of verbal abuse, how it spreads, and how we minister to people who suffer from this all-too-common toxicity. A few of the topics Mary, Steve & Jon cover: 6:20 - Defining verbal abuse; 15:15 - "Why can't you be more like your brother?"; 23:38 - Looking back as parents. If you have questions...

Hello friend! We have something very special we would like to share with you:  Our very first podcast episode... with video! Check it out using the YouTube link below.  To celebrate this big step for the podcast, we're dropping a big episode talking about a big topic: spiritual warfare. You won't want to miss it! A few of the topics Mary, Steve & Jon cover: 3:45 - Announcements; 10:1...

All of us here at CrossCounsel wish you a happy Thanksgiving! Since we were all off celebrating Thanksgiving with our families, we're running one of our favorite podcast episodes from last year, where we answered questions directly from you all.  A few of the topics Steve, & Mary cover: 2:00 - Distorted memories 18:00 - Unpacking emotional abuse 23:30 - "You're not forgiving eno...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Mary, Steve and Jon continue to discuss the devastating impact of divorce, and how we handle the resulting wounds. A few of the topics Mary, Steve and Jon cover: 1:28 - Crash test dummies; 11:05 - "Helicopter parents"; 21:06 - A very prevailing thought. If you have questions about our ministry, want to know how to donate, or want to schedule...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Mary, Steve and Jon talk about the devastating impact of divorce, and how we handle the resulting wounds. A few of the topics Mary, Steve and Jon cover:  11:40 - How we handle divorce; 21:00 - Experiencing push-back; 26:00 - Leave if you are in danger. If you have questions about our ministry, want to know how to donate, or want to schedule a ministry...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve and Jon talk about one of CrossCounsel's big goals for the year, look at a powerful testimony, and discuss how CrossCounsel does things differently than traditional therapy. A few of the topics Steve and Jon cover: 3:30 - Our big goal; 10:28 - "I'm glad I went through with that"; 19:40 - A testimony; 27:45 - We do things diffe...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve and Jon chat with Mary and Wes Carlton about their recent trip doing hands on ministry in Bolivia, and CrossCounsel's relationship with House of Hope International. You won't want to miss it! A few of the topics Steve, Mary & Jon cover: 2:35 - What brought CrossCounsel to Bolivia; 17:40 - The ministry of work and play; 38:15 - What...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve, Mary and Jon continue their discussion about what it means to be prideful, and how pride gets in the way of healing. A few of the topics Steve, Mary & Jon cover: 2:55 - A thank-you letter; 9:40 - Pride and blaming others; 11:50 - Pride causing divides; 24:50 - Some thoughts on the Middle East. If you have questions about the ministry, want t...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve, Mary and Jon talk about what it means to be prideful, and how pride gets in the way of healing. A few of the topics Steve, Mary & Jon cover: 1:55 - A testimony from a fan; 13:00 - Defining pride; 18:00 - How pride is a product of fear. If you have questions about the ministry, want to know how to donate, or want to schedule a ministry sessio...

Hello friend!  On this episode of the podcast, Steve, Mary and Jon continue to talk about how many Christians say they are just waiting around for Jesus to return, and some of the true feelings behind that phrase.  A few of the topics Steve, Mary & Jon cover: 2:40 - A lens of hopelessness; 9:30 - "Do Something"; 17:00 - Hacksaw Ridge; 22:20 - A spirit of suspicion. If you have questi...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve, Mary and Jon talk talk about how many Christians say they are just waiting around for Jesus to return, and some of the true feelings behind that phrase.  A few of the topics Steve, Mary & Jon cover: 8:30 - Just waiting for Jesus; 14:30 - Parables; 19:00 - Workers in the field; 25:00 - Fear of the world. If you have questions about the minist...

Hello friend!  On this episode of the podcast, Steve, Mary and Jon talk about our increasingly frustrated world, holding grudges and and some of the signs of long-held bitterness. A few of the topics Steve, Mary & Jon cover:    5:50 - An epidemic of frustration;    12:50 - New eyes of compassion;    23:30 - Numbing out/asking why. If you have questions about the ministry, want to know how to d...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve, Mary and Jon talk about the rising topic of narcissism, it's effects on our lives and relationships, and how the MELT process can help cut through the noise. A few of the topics Steve,  Mary & Jon cover:    6:00 - Looking at narcissism;    15:30 - Ineffective boundaries;    20:40 - The power of perception;    29:30 - Car engines and the...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve, and Jon sit down in the new La Crosse office with Carol Mitzelfeldt and talk about how she first found out about CrossCounsel, and how it has changed her life. A few of the topics Steve, Jon & Carol cover:    4:40 - Carol and Theophostics;    11:00 - Proverbs 4;    18:15 - "That's as far as I can go, Lord";    24:30 - Changes...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve, and Jon sit down with Lucy Galvez and talk about how CrossCounsel has helped her find real and lasting peace.  A few of the topics Steve, Jon & Lucy cover:     12:00 - Coping mechanisms vs lasting peace;    19:30 - "How much ground would you like the enemy to have in your life?";    24:15 - God's grace is sufficient for us;  ...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve, Mary and Jon continue their discussion about things that provide us with a false sense of value, and how to re-focus on the things that are truly valuable.  A few of the topics Steve, Mary & Jon cover:     2:00 - Good things getting in the way of the best things;    11:09 - Ministering to ministers;    14:45 - Old wounds;    19:30 - Storing...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve, Mary and Jon talk about the various things that provide us with a false sense of value, and how to re-focus on the things that are truly valuable.  A few of the topics Steve, Mary & Jon cover:    6:45 - Cruises, Jello, and idols;    15:00 - "Suffering is part of my identity";    20:30 - Heart motivations;    23:55 - Titles as value...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve, Mary and Jon continue their discussion on the nature of suffering as a Christian, and unpacking the meaning behind  1 Peter 4:1; “Whoever suffers in the body is done with sin." A few of the topics Steve, Mary & Jon cover:    4:00 - People can feel your love;    6:30 - “Go and sin no more”;    14:30 - A question about Christ's affli...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve, Mary and Jon talk about the nature of suffering as a christian, and unpack the meaning behind 1 Peter 4: "whoever suffers in the body is done with sin."  A few of the topics Steve, Dwight & Jon cover: 1:00 - Love for all our students! 6:00 - "Everything is connected to everything" 18:00 - Don't discount your pain 22:...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, Steve and Jon sit down with long time friend and guest star Dwight Clough to talk about his newest book! Join us as we talk about how his experiences with CrossCounsel not only shaped his book, but his family as well. You won't want to miss it! A few of the topics Steve, Dwight & Jon cover:  8:20 - Armed and fully operational children 11:00 -...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, we sit down with special guest Wes Carlton and talk about his experience with CrossCounsel, and how he received freedom from negative emotions, and experienced lasting peace! A few of the topics Steve, Wes & Jon cover: 9:30 - Jon and Steve talk about their favorite parts of the conversation 14:00 - We don't teach you to cope 19:00 - What we do...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, we sit down with special guest Wes Carlton and talk about his experience with CrossCounsel, and how he received freedom from negative emotions, and experienced lasting peace! A few of the topics Steve, Wes & Jon cover:   4:30 - A look back at the 12th Annual Golf Classic 10:00 - "Instead of someone talking with you, the Lord talks TO you.  13:...

Hello friend! On this episode of the podcast, We tackle another question we received at our orientation event at SomaChurch in Tyler, Texas!  Join Mary and Steve as they start to  answer questions from the community, and clarify what exactly it is we do here at CrossCounsel. A few of the topics Steve, & Mary cover: 3:30 - Medication shouldn't be the first solution 15:00 - Chemically manip...