Truth in Love

The conversation explores the concept of commitment and gospel obedience in biblical counseling, drawing insights from the book of Philemon. It emphasizes the importance of appeal, sincerity, and wisdom in counseling, as modeled by the Apostle Paul. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 05:33 Biblical Affirmation in Counseling 11:58 A Pastoral Tone in Counseling

Dale Johnson is joined by Matt Mumma to explores biblical communication, specifically by looking at a framework in the book of James. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 06:19 The Practical Application of James in Communication 14:39 The Heart's Role in Communication and Conflict Resolution 20:36 Practical Implementation of Biblical Communication For more information on our Biblical Solutions and Criticak...

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Upcoming Announcements: ACBC Member Webinar with Brent Osterberg - June 18th, 6:30pm CDT. This virtual event will cover topics such as scrupulosity, intrusive thoughts, and more. Members will also receive CEU credits for attending. You can sign up at the link that was emailed to all ACBC members or email us at info@biblicalcounseling.com

1. Trials are part of God's Plan : Challenges in life are not random but are allowed by God for our growth. 2. Seek Contentment : Instead of striving for immediate relief, focus on being obedient and faithful in your circumstances. 3. Walk in Humility : Recognize that our struggles can lead us to a deeper reliance on God, which is ultimately for our good.

This week on Truth in Love, Dr. Dale Johnson is joined by Dr. Stuart Scott to talk through the process of biblical decision-making. They discuss where current confusion and dangers lie, prominent methods, the sufficiency of God's Word, and resources for biblical decision-making.

Dale Johnson and Matt Rehrer sit down to discuss the topic of psychedelics, particularly in light of a recent presidential order. The discussion covers the scientific, historical, philosophical, and biblical aspects of psychedelics, as well as the practical approach to counseling individuals using them. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Psychedelics and Mental Health 11:26 The Science and Risks of Ib...

This episode explores the landmark Supreme Court case, Chiles v. Salazar, focusing on issues of conversion therapy laws, free speech, and religious liberty. Ed Wilde, a seasoned lawyer and biblical counselor, provides expert insights into the legal and moral implications of these regulations and their impact on biblical counseling. Supreme Court Decision on Charles v. Salazar (Full Text) Mental He...

1. What are biblical counselors trying to accomplish by utilizing grounding? 2. Does Scripture address the concept of grounding? 3. What are some biblical alternatives to grounding for the counseling room? Click here to find out more about CEU's! Click here to read our JBSC!

1.) What are the origins of therapuetic grounding?  2.) What is the goal? 3.) How are biblical counselors trying to leverage this concept of therapeutic grounding with embodied practices? Click here to find Biblical Counseling training near you!

1. What is mysticism? 2. Why is this concerning for us? 3. How does mysticism work against core doctrines and the way we view our relationship with God? Click here to see our highschool curriculum Foundations of Discipleship!

1. What do you mean when talking about a dark past? 2. How are you going to help someone in this situation through Psalm 3? 3. In what way would you work through this particular experience of David with someone? 4. How do you provide hope from a place like Psalm 3? Click here to register for our annual conference "Rooted in Truth."

1. What is at stake when considering what we use in counseling? 2. How do we understand the idea of neutral observation? 3. Is it a dangerous perspective to simply take insight but leave the worldview? 4. What is the difference between supplication and integration? 5. What warning do you want people to hear regarding current CIBC movement in biblical counseling? Click here to access our Journal of...

1. Help us understand the claim of CIBC being the third generation. 2. What is the tone in which you want to address this question? 3. What are things David Powlison did to help you in addressing topics like this? 4. What are the distinctives you are seeing within CIBC? 5. What are your concerns with CIBC and how are you evaluating their approach? 6. What is the difference of epistomology in CIBC...

1. What is memory? 2. Why is the concept of memory and important concept in biblical counseling? 3. How does memory prioritize meaning and emotion? 4. How does memory suffer from the noetic effects of sin? 5. How does God redeem our memory? 6. What is trauma and how does it relate to our memory especially in regards to PTS? 7. What role does memory play in the concept of PTS? 8. How does Scripture...

1. Why did you write on the polyvagal theory? 2. Defining polyvagal theory. 3. How has this theory been popularized in our culture today? 4. What are the short comings of the polyvagal theory especially when considering the Scriptures? Please click here to find out more about what we do! Click here to see Craig Troxel's book With All Your Heart! Click here to see Kyle Gangle's booklet on the Polyv...

1. How is psychological therapy defined? 2. How is it confusing to the law when counseling looks like a professional practice? 3. How does licensing muddy the waters in practicing the christian religion? 4. How do we help people think through some of the pitfalls of professional practice? 5. What are some of the comming legal battles with christians who use informed secular methodology? Click here...

1. Why is body image an important discipleship and counseling topic? 2. What do you say to someone who says that they hate some aspect about their body? 3. How is the issue of body image an issue of worship? 4. How does God's Word help us to start untagling these issues? 5. How does the Bible correct our expectations? 6. How do we steward our bodies well without idolizing our body image? Click her...

1. What are we describing when we are talking about the heart from a biblical perspective? 2. Where are we seeing the concept of the heart always being active? 3. What are some ways to get to the heart issues? Click here to learn more about us at ACBC!

1. What is the function God has given for emotions? 2. How does the Bible command an approach to life? 3. Should this approach change when we face suffering in our life? 4. What are the dangers of living by our emotions? 5. How do we help the counselee to live by faith? Click here to register for our upcoming CDT's!

1. What are some of the things you are thinking about as you step into the first session. 2. What is guiding how you set the trajectory from the first session? 3. How are you helping the counselees to get on board with this trajectory? 4. What fruit have you seen from approaching counseling this way? Click here to learn more about our certification process!

1. What are psychedelics and how do you think about them as a physician? 2. What is microdosing? 3. What is the claim with microdosing? 4. What are some of the side effects of microdosing? 5. What is the legality of psychedelics and microdosing? 6. Who is recommending this concept of psychedelic microdosing? 7. What does the research look like concerning psychedelics? 8. Is there an issue of toler...

1. How do we approach complex cases regarding methodology? 2. Why is it important to have clarity and simplicity in counseling? 3. How do we get from something complex to something specific to address? 4. What are some particular things you do to break down a complex case to more managable pieces?  Click here to learn more about us at ACBC!

1. What are some pros and cons for using the term discipleship rather than counseling? Click here to register for our annual conference "Rooted in Truth! Click here to find out more about what we do at ACBC!

1. What is the notion of sensuaility? 2. What makes the body soul reality difficult to understand? 3. How does thinking about Jesus help us with this concept of sensuality? 4. How does temptation work with this concept of sensuality? 5. How do we navigate temptation in realition to the concept of our senses and biblical change? 6. Why is sexuality such a unique area of our sensuality? 7. How can w...