Biblical Counseling Podcast
I discuss biblical counseling with a fellow biblical counselor, Angela Parsley, at Concord Baptist Church. I hope you will listen and be encouraged.
Find out how Biblical Counseling offers Hope
Biblical counseling might sound intense, but it’s a compassionate, faith-driven approach to help you navigate life’s challenges. Instead of relying solely on psychological theories, it applies what Scripture says about human nature, sin, and redemption to real-life situations. This approach holds that true healing and growth happen when we seek God’s wisdom and apply it.
What Is Biblical Counseling?
Biblical counseling seeks to help people face their problems by turning to God’s truth and principles. Unlike secular counseling approaches, which might focus solely on behavioral changes, biblical counseling emphasizes heart transformation through a relationship with Jesus Christ.
It’s all about understanding the root causes of our behaviors and attitudes—something the Bible speaks to in many ways!
A foundational belief is that our struggles are not just behavioral; they come from deeper heart issues that only God can fully heal.
In this way, it offers an honest look at human struggles and invites people to find real hope and change through a life surrendered to Christ. By addressing our inner and outer lives, biblical counseling brings together a compassionate approach and a solid commitment to biblical truth.
Key Organizations
Biblical counseling has become a growing movement, and several organizations provide resources, training, and community for those involved. Here’s a look at three influential groups you might hear about on biblical counseling podcasts.
Christian Counseling & Education Foundation (CCEF)
The Christian Counseling & Education Foundation, or CCEF, is a pioneer in the field. CCEF focuses on helping people understand the relationship between faith and everyday struggles.
Their goal is to equip the church to deal with common issues in a way that honors God and provides genuine help. CCEF’s approach combines biblical wisdom with an awareness of human psychology, focusing on how Scripture addresses our core needs and concerns.
With a wide array of books, online courses, and conferences, CCEF is dedicated to providing resources for those who want to counsel others from a biblical perspective.
Association of Biblical Counselors (ABC)
The Association of Biblical Counselors (ABC) is another major player. ABC promotes Christ-centered counseling and offers training for pastors, lay leaders, and individuals who want to develop their counseling skills.
Through its educational programs, ABC helps people understand how to counsel others with humility, wisdom, and a focus on Scripture’s authority in addressing life’s challenges.
ABC’s resources emphasize a biblically sound and practical approach to counseling. They aim to create a network of counselors who can support each other and learn together.
Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC)
People and ministries respect The Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC) for its rigorous certification program, which trains counselors to approach each person’s struggle through the lens of Scripture.
ACBC believes counseling should be grounded in biblical theology and aims to equip counselors to bring the light of the gospel into every session. Their certification process is thorough, focusing on theological understanding and counseling skills.
ACBC is known for its high standards, and its certification has become a trusted credential.
Biblical Counseling: Hope for Real Change
At the heart there is a message of hope—that through Christ, true and lasting change is possible. Life brings challenges, but with God’s help, we can grow and experience transformation from the inside out.
These counselors help you see that healing isn’t just about temporary solutions but about finding lasting peace and joy through a relationship with Jesus.