15:14 - Biblical Counseling Coalition

Robert Cheong, co-founder of Gospel Care Ministries, shares his personal journey and passion for Kingdom work. Topics discussed include his upbringing, faith journey, and role in biblical counseling. He explores the power of abiding in Christ, addressing gaps in walking with God, and the joy of counseling.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss exciting updates in the lives of the BCC staff and the organization. They also talk about new initiatives to be launched soon. They share personal updates, delve into navigating transitions, and finding support. Additionally, they highlight the release of books on redeeming and reclaiming marriages, as well as the value of friendship and diverse perspectives in counseling.

Peter Sondergeld is the lead pastor of Restoration Church and founder and chair of Restore Ministries. He served as a director of Biblical Counseling Australia from 2013 to early 2018. Peter is a registered teacher, counselor, and counseling supervisor. He holds a Graduate Certificate in Biblical Counseling, a Master of Education, and a Doctor of Ministry. Peter joins us for this episode to discuss his wonderful book Becoming You: becoming the person God made you to be. Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.

Dave Deuel is a member of the BCC Council. He is Academic Dean Emeritus of the Master’s Academy International and Senior Research Fellow and Policy Advisor for the Christian Institute on Disability at Joni and Friends. In addition to teaching seminary classes and conducting interim pastoral roles, he serves on boards and committees that focus on ministry training and protecting and improving the lives of people with disabilities, including governor’s advisory roles in California and New York. Dave joins us for this episode of 15:14 to discuss the mission opportunities available for disability caregivers. He recently wrote a two-part blog on the topic as well for the BCC mini-series discussing vocational opportunities in biblical counseling. You may also be interested in the Lausanne Movement’s Disability Concerns Network.   Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.

Joy Forrest is the Founder and Executive Director of Called to Peace Ministries.  She is the author of Called to Peace: A Survivor’s Guide to Finding Peace & Healing After Domestic Abuse and the Called to Peace Companion Workbook. Joy holds an MA in Biblical Counseling from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and has been active in counseling ministry since 2005. She has been an advocate for victims of abuse since 1997 and held the position of Community Educator with a local domestic violence agency in the early 2000s. Joy returns to the podcast in this episode to tell us about an exciting new opportunity. Called to Peace Church Partnerships are designed to help churches and church leaders better understand abuse, how to respond to abuse in their churches, and how to care for those who have been abused. Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.

Anchored Hope offers biblically grounded, clinically informed virtual counseling to people around the world. Their team of highly trained and vetted counselors help make biblical counseling accessible to many who do not have biblical counselors in their area. In this episode, Rebekah Hannah, Executive Director and Vice President of Anchored Hope, discusses their mission, the vision of providing virtual counseling services, and the vocational opportunities expanded by this model of care. Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.

Spreading Sunshine is a nonprofit organization that cares for and supports families whose children have a critical or chronic illness. They provide practical and spiritual support to the families through “Sunshine Boxes,” as well as prayer and presence ministry. This episode is an interview with founders Abigail and Louis Sacran. To find out more or to support this important ministry, visit spreading-sunshine.org.  Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.

“Into the Light” is a teaching documentary to help men and women move from enslavement to pornography to freedom in Christ. The film includes teaching from Jeremy Pierre, Deepak Reju, Heath Lambert, Jenny Solomon, Ellen Dykas, and Garret Kell. The teaching is interwoven with the testimony of a couple whose marriage was infected with porn and their journey to freedom. Filmmakers Jacob Valk and John-Michael Bout crowdfunded the creation of this resource to make it free for individuals and churches. You can find out more, support further work, or watch the documentary at https://www.intothelightdocumentary.com/.   Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.

The Refuge is a residential biblical counseling program to help men overcome various addictions with the power of the gospel and the Word of God. The Refuge is a ministry of Redeemer Church in Winterset, Iowa. In this episode of 15:14, we interview Ben Funkhouser, who serves as Executive Director of The Refuge.  Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.

In this episode, we discuss Lou Priolo’s new book, Loneliness: Connecting with God and Others. In a fractured and disconnected world, loneliness is a struggle for many. Writing with encouragement and understanding, biblical counselor Lou Priolo shows you how to deepen your communion with God and take concrete, workable steps to enjoy deeper relationships with the people around you. Loneliness may be painful—but it doesn’t have to be permanent. The Resources for Biblical Living booklet series addresses a wide range of practical life issues in a straightforward, down-to-earth, and, most of all, biblical manner. Lou Priolo is the founder and president of Competent to Counsel International and is an instructor at Birmingham Theological Seminary. He has been a full-time biblical counselor since 1985 and is a fellow of the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors. Lou has been married to his wife, Kim, since 1987 and has two daughters, Sophia and Gabriella. Support 15:14 – A Podcast of the Biblical Counseling Coalition today at biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/donate.