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TIL 574: War of Words (feat. Matt Mumma) Jun 29, 2026 00:21:19 Dale Johnson is joined by Matt Mumma to explores biblical communication, specifically by looking at a framework in the book of James. Chapters00:00 Introduction 06:19 The Practical Application of James in Communication14:39 The Heart's Role in Communication and Conflict Resolution20:36 Practical Implementation of Biblical CommunicationFor more information on our Biblical Solutions and Criticak Eva

TIL 573: Theological Contradictions in Integrationism (feat. Josh Greiner) Jun 22, 2026 00:17:49 Are you interested in building a counseling ministry at your church?Learn more about how to become an ACBC Training Center HERELearn more about how to develop your church's counseling ministry with helpful resources HERE

TIL 572: Motivating Counselees to Forgive (feat. Jacob Elwart) Jun 15, 2026 00:20:22 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

TIL 571: Counseling from the Crook in the Lot (feat. Tim Keeter) Jun 8, 2026 00:15:35 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.

TIL 570: Biblical Decision-Making (feat. Stuart Scott) Jun 1, 2026 00:20:04 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.

TIL 569: Psychedelics and Presidential Orders (feat. Matt Rehrer) May 25, 2026 00:27:55 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.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Psychedelics and Mental Health11:26 The Science and Risks of Iboga

TIL 386: Teaching Counselees to Meditate (feat. Howard Eyrich) Oct 24, 2022 00:18:47 1. How does meditation differ from memorization? 2. Helpful tips for helping counselees meditate. 3. The purpose of meditation in counseling. You can find more information about the Journal of Biblical Soul Care here. Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 552: ACBC Mailbag - Discipleship vs. Counseling? (feat. Sam Stephens & Francine Tan) Jan 26, 2026 00:19:23 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!

TIL 480: Counseling Individuals from a Different Theological Background (feat. Marshall Adkins) Aug 26, 2024 00:18:46 1. Relationship between sound doctrine and counseling 2. Relating to those with different theological backgrounds 3. Role of the church in guideing our theology as it relates to the counseling room Click here to sign up for our conference! Find the podcast transcription here

TIL 029 : Christmas Traditions With Dr. Bruce Ware Dec 21, 2015 00:09:19 TIL 029 : Christmas Traditions With Dr. Bruce Ware by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 189: Counseling at Your Job (feat. Tim Keeter) Jan 14, 2019 00:11:35 On this edition of Truth in Love Dale Johnson discusses counseling in the work place with Tim Keeter. Featuring: - Is counseling proselytizing in the workplace? - Principles for counseling Christians not in your local church - How do you make opportunities at work for ministry?

TIL 064 : When Your Parents Oppose Your Engagement Aug 22, 2016 00:09:01 TIL 064 : When Your Parents Oppose Your Engagement by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 102 : Christians And Masturbation May 15, 2017 00:15:42 TIL 102 : Christians And Masturbation by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

Top Podcast of 2024 - TIL 455: Everyday Communication for Spouses (feat. Stuart Scott) Dec 30, 2024 00:24:59 We are excited to announce our top listened to podcast of the year. Click here to read our Journal of Biblical Soul Care (JBSC). Find the podcast transcript here.

477: Counseling Troubled Dreams (feat. Keith Evans) Aug 5, 2024 00:13:43 1. God's providence even in the midst of troubled dreams 2. Giving counsel to those with troubled dreams 3. Guidance in practically addressing troubled dreams Click here to sign up for our pastor's retreat!

TIL 404: Self-Confrontation (feat. Jacob Elwart) Mar 6, 2023 00:13:59 Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 387: Forgiving Where There Is Not Repentance (feat. George Sanders) Oct 31, 2022 00:17:20 1. Does our sense of justice need to be satisfied before we forgive someone? 2. Should Christians forgive unconditionally in every case? 3. What is the difference between reconciliation and forgiveness? Click here for more information about ACBC's 2023 Annual Conference. Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 351: Counseling from Psalm 33 (feat. Hannah Carter) Feb 21, 2022 00:16:00 1. Why counsel from Psalm 33? 2. How to counsel the right truths from the right texts. 3. How to prepare your heart to study the Scriptures. Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 322: The Art of Admonishing Aug 2, 2021 00:19:32 1. Defining Admonishment 2. The Relationship Between Teaching and Admonishing 3. The Dangers of Neglecting Admonishment 4. Admonishing in the Counseling Room Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 293: Biblical Counseling and Confidentiality (feat. Tim Pasma) Jan 11, 2021 00:15:49 Featuring: - Do we believe in strict confidentiality? - What is biblical confidentiality? - God's love and justice in relation to confidentiality - What if someone demands absolute confidentiality? - Understanding Legal Confidentiality Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 267: The Shifting Definition Of Biblical Counseling (feat. Stuart Scott) Jul 13, 2020 00:15:18 Featuring: (1) Cautions in use of "Biblical Counseling" terminology (2) Discerning the definition of biblical counseling with the Scriptures (3) How to guard yourself with the various shifts in the biblical counseling movement Notes: Find Training Map: https://biblicalcounseling.com/training-centers Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 246: Psalms, Poetry, and Counseling (feat. Stephen Yuille) Feb 17, 2020 00:14:03 Featuring: 1. Importance of song and poetry in counseling 2. Examples of Psalms and hymns in counseling Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 243: What the Bible says about CoDependency (feat. Cheryl Bell) Jan 27, 2020 00:12:52 Featuring: 1. How does a biblical view of codependency differ from a secular view? 2. How does Scripture describe the consequences of this heart attitude and behavioral response? 3. How does God respond to those who chose codependence over God dependence? Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 239: Christmas Traditions with John Street Dec 30, 2019 00:14:21 Featuring: * Family Traditions and Looking for Ways to Serve During the Holidays * Christmas Day with Children and Grandchildren * The Importance of the Incarnation of Christ Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 047 : Is It Okay For Christians To Cuss? Apr 25, 2016 00:08:54 TIL 047 : Is It Okay For Christians To Cuss? by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 206: The Concept of Mental Health May 13, 2019 00:20:34 Featuring: - Understanding the concept of Mental Health - Understanding the history and development of Mental Health - Who defines mental health? - The danger os using the mental health labels - Why is mental health a novel idea in the church? Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 201: Hope in Christ Through Tragedy (feat. Camille Cates) Apr 8, 2019 00:17:56 Featuring: A Testimony from Camille Cates of tragedy and idolatry to hope in Christ - handling a past abortion - Healing Hearts Ministries - symptoms to be aware of when counseling those who have faced tragedy https://www.healinghearts.org/ Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 001 : Gay Marriage, Speaking The Truth In Love, And The United States Supreme Court Jun 9, 2015 00:10:00 TIL 001 : Gay Marriage, Speaking The Truth In Love, And The United States Supreme Court by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 142 : Engaging Atheism (feat. Sean McDowell) Feb 19, 2018 00:14:01 TIL 142 : Engaging Atheism (feat. Sean McDowell) by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 128 : Counseling And Controversy (TIL Live) Nov 13, 2017 01:00:47 TIL 128 : Counseling And Controversy (TIL Live) by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 110 : Counseling And Faith Alone Jul 10, 2017 00:11:29 TIL 110 : Counseling And Faith Alone by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 549: Puritans Counseling the Spiritually Depressed (feat. Joel Beeke) Jan 5, 2026 00:23:09 1. What did the Puritans mean when they approached the concept of spiritual depression? 2. How did the Puritans view this and how God might use it in the lives of His people? 3. How did the Puritans utilize the means of grace for spiritual depression? 4. Why did the Puritans say meditating on Christ is central to working through spiritual depression? 5. How did the Puritans think about the communi

TIL 532: Biblical Counseling and AI Therapy (feat. Greg Gifford) Sep 1, 2025 00:21:54 1. What are we talking about with AI and counseling? 2. How are these chat bots being used in therapy? 3. How should we think about AI therapy or counseling? 4. How is the church a better place to seek help? Click here to register for our events!

TIL 550: Preventing and Purging Sexual Sin (feat. Bryan Gaines) Jan 12, 2026 00:22:42 1. How do we think about God's gift of sexuality? 2. What are some of the paths or temptations of sexual sin? 3. How are we helped by the puritans to get to the heart of sexual sin? 4. What hope do you give to those struggling with sexual sin? Resources Mentoned: John Bunyan: The Pilgram's Progress. The Holy WarJohn Flavel: The Fountain of LifeMilton Vincent: A Gospel Primer for ChristiansBrian He

TIL 501: The Sin of Comparison (feat. Adam Tyson) Jan 27, 2025 00:20:18 1. Why do so many struggle with the sin of comparison? 2. Where do we see this type of sin in Scripture? 3. How do you teach through this issue? 4. How are we to let Scripture change our hearts in this issue? Click here to register for our annual conference: Ancient Paths

TIL 475: Critical Issues in Biblical Counseling (feat. Ernie Baker) Jul 22, 2024 00:19:36 1. Motivations and Need for this series 2. Target Audience for this series 3. The Psychologies and Common Grace as first two topics for this series 4. Upcoming Titles for this series Click here to partner with us!

TIL 467: Schizophrenic Unicorn Part 2 (feat. Daniel Berger) May 27, 2024 00:23:38 1. Describing the Construct of Schizophrenia 2. Determining the biological factors 3. Deep Sleep, Scripture, and Psychosis 4. Danger of Schizophrenic language/labels Click here to see Daniel's Book, Schizonphrenic Unicorn Click here to see more information about our Counseling Discipleship Trainings

TIL 453: Doxological Counseling (feat. Omri Miles) Feb 19, 2024 00:20:29 1. Doxology and its relationship to counseling. 2. The connection between worship and counseling. 3. Worship: The aim and goal of counseling. Click here for more information on how you can support the Truth in Love podcast and the ministry of ACBC. Find this podcast transcription here.

Top Podcast of 2023 - Facing Death: A Tribute to David Powlison Jan 1, 2024 00:19:38 A portion of a message from David Powlison on death and dying. Click here for more information about ACBC's exhibiting Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 375: Embracing Grief (feat. John Babler) Aug 8, 2022 00:23:03 1. How can biblical counselors respond to those who are grieving? 2. How can biblical counselors involve others in the church when they're counseling grieving people? 3. Practical ways to care for the grieving. Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 366: Models of Lament (feat. Ernie Baker) Jun 6, 2022 00:16:34 1. Can godly people lament? 2. How to ask "why" questions biblically. 3. Examining Psalms 42 and 43. 4. How to apply Psalms of lament in everyday life. Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 042 : Women And Pornography Mar 21, 2016 00:10:20 TIL 042 : Women And Pornography by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 318: When the Counselor is Anxious (feat. Josh Weidmann) Jul 5, 2021 00:23:10 1. Understanding Anxiety 2. Unique Anxieties in Ministry 3. Biblical Remedies for Anxiety 4. Establishing Rhythms of Rest and Reflection to Combat Anxiety Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 307: Thinking Biblically About the Enneagram (feat. Rhenn Cherry) Apr 19, 2021 00:25:12 Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 305: Considering Personality Typologies Apr 5, 2021 00:20:29 1. How to Assess Personality Typologies and Tests 2. A Brief History of Personality Typologies and Tests 3. The Presuppositions of Modern Personality Tests 4. The Dangers of Self-knowledge Based Personality Tests Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 302: The Importance of Personal Holiness Mar 17, 2021 00:14:33 Featuring: Personal holiness builds confidence in the Word Personal holiness builds character worth imitating Personal holiness keeps us humble Personal holiness grows us in the tenderness of Christ Notes: ACBC Resource Library Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 274: Four Ways to Grow in Counseling Practice (feat. Stuart Scott) Aug 31, 2020 00:18:47 Featuring: (1) Avoiding "Sanctification Plus" (2) Resolving Past Events (3) Balancing Correction with Encouragement (4) Keeping Scripture Primary over Secondary Resources Notes: Resources at biblicalcounseling.com Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 231: Equipping Your Church For Personal Ministry (feat. Andrew Rogers) Nov 4, 2019 00:17:22 Featuring: Warning of the "outsourcing" mentality in personal ministry How to facilitate a church of care Practical strategies in equipping church members for ministry Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 207: Counseling Tips (feat. Martha Peace) May 20, 2019 00:13:31 Martha Peace has been counseling as an ACBC member since 1989. On todays podcast Martha reflects on her years of counseling experience. Along the way she has picked up some valuable lessons, and today she passes those lessons on to other biblical counselors. Resources: Website http://marthapeacetew.blogspot.com/ Salvation Worksheets http://lightflycreative.com/files/marthapeace/Salvation%20workshe

TIL 199: Understanding Hormones (feat. Dr. Dan Dionne) Mar 25, 2019 00:10:51 On this edition of Truth in Love Dr. Dale Johnson discusses the topic of hormones with Dr. Dan Dionne from a medical and biblical perspective. Featuring: Remembering that God designed hormones How should a christian woman think about her hormones in relation to her emotions? The importance of check-ups with physicians The importance of having a good theology of suffering How should a husband suppo

TIL 185: Data Gathering (feat. John Street) Dec 17, 2018 00:13:56 On this weeks podcast Dr. John Street discusses the importance of listening before we give advice. “Develop the art and skill of asking good questions.”

TIL 181: Contentment Nov 19, 2018 00:18:36 On this Thanksgiving week edition of Truth in Love Dr. Dale Johnson discusses the topic of contentment.

TIL 175: Pursuing Faithfulness Oct 8, 2018 00:10:54 A Podcast of ACBC. Podcast #175, the inaugural podcast of Executive Director Dale Johnson

TIL 163: Biblical Counseling and Discipleship (feat. Dale Johnson) Jul 16, 2018 00:11:35 A conversation between upcoming Podcast Producer Taron Defevers and Upcoming Executive Director Dr. Dale Johnson on the differences and similarities of discipleship and biblical counseling ministry.

TIL 164 : Counseling And Confidentiality Jul 23, 2018 00:16:17 TIL 164 : Counseling And Confidentiality by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 167: Fighting Lust Aug 13, 2018 00:10:13 Biblical Solution for the Problems People Face.

TIL 117 : The Nashville Statement Aug 29, 2017 00:11:08 TIL 117 : The Nashville Statement by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 098 : Should Christians Smoke Marijuana? Apr 17, 2017 00:09:53 TIL 098 : Should Christians Smoke Marijuana? by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 089 : Resolving Conflict On Valentine's Day (feat. Ernie Baker) Feb 13, 2017 00:11:22 TIL 089 : Resolving Conflict On Valentine's Day (feat. Ernie Baker) by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 035 : Balancing Work And Home In A Hectic Life Feb 1, 2016 00:11:13 TIL 035 : Balancing Work And Home In A Hectic Life by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 004 : Should A Woman Date A Man Who Is Hooked On Pornography? Jun 28, 2015 00:10:07 TIL 004 : Should A Woman Date A Man Who Is Hooked On Pornography? by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 141 : Engaging Culture In 2018 (feat. Albert Mohler) Feb 12, 2018 00:13:27 TIL 141 : Engaging Culture In 2018 (feat. Albert Mohler) by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 340: Knowing When to Graduate Your Counselee (feat. Brad Bigney) Dec 6, 2021 00:22:11 1. Wisdom from a seasoned counselor 2. The importance of clarifying the aim of counseling 3. Counseling 1 Corinthians 15:10 4. Preparing your counselee to graduate Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 529: The Implementation of Biblical Counseling in the Christian School Part 2 (feat. Ty Faulk & Kristi Brannen) Aug 12, 2025 00:22:34 1. How have you partnered with the local church in this endeavor? 2. What are some of the topics in your classes and how do you determine those? 3. How do you face issues of discipline? 4. How do you start to engae when you notice an issue? 5. How does biblical counseling help your school operate in a biblical fashion? Click here to submit an application for our pastor's retreat!

TIL 118 : 95 Theses For Counseling Sep 4, 2017 00:06:13 TIL 118 : 95 Theses For Counseling by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 540: ACBC Mailbag - Shame & Guilt (feat. Francine Tan) Oct 27, 2025 00:16:41 1. Can you explain the difference between shame and guilt? Please click here to find out more about us at ACBC!

TIL 025 : Giving Thanks When Life Is Hard Nov 23, 2015 00:08:17 TIL 025 : Giving Thanks When Life Is Hard by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 088 : Physical Boundaries Before Marriage (feat. Sean Perron) Feb 6, 2017 00:14:15 TIL 088 : Physical Boundaries Before Marriage (feat. Sean Perron) by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 519: Complex Trauma (feat. Francine Tan) Jun 2, 2025 00:31:01 1. What is CPTSD? 2. Why was CPTSD excluded from the DSM IV and DSM V? 3. How did Freud influence Judith Herman? 4. What halted this movement in the 80s and 90s? 5. What is Judith Herman's view of a recovery model? 6. What is ACEs and how is it being used today? Click here to find out more about ACBC!

TIL 159 : Counseling In A Sexually Broken Culture (Part 2) Jun 18, 2018 00:22:52 TIL 159 : Counseling In A Sexually Broken Culture (Part 2) by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 324: The Counselor's Hidden Sins Aug 16, 2021 00:18:53 Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 048 : Memories About Mom (feat. Amber Komatsu) May 2, 2016 00:06:45 TIL 048 : Memories About Mom (feat. Amber Komatsu) by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 538: Walking With Watson (feat. Stephen Yuille) Oct 13, 2025 00:24:26 1. Who was Thomas Watson? 2. What stands out about Thomas Watson? 3. What is a Puritan? 4. Why is Watson such an important read for a biblical counselor? 5. What does Watson/Puritans have to lend help to a biblical counselor? 6. Where do we begin reading Watson? Click here to see the booklets we have available?

TIL 162 : Evangelism And Biblical Counseling Jul 9, 2018 00:08:56 TIL 162 : Evangelism And Biblical Counseling by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 095 : When Your Spouse Doesn't Want To Have Sex Mar 26, 2017 00:11:10 TIL 095 : When Your Spouse Doesn't Want To Have Sex by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 028 : My Personal Journey To Joy At Christmas Dec 14, 2015 00:10:04 TIL 028 : My Personal Journey To Joy At Christmas by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 186: Christmas Traditions (feat. Summer Johnson) Dec 20, 2018 00:14:16 On this special Christmas edition of Truth in Love Dale and his wife Summer share about their Christmas traditions including: advent, giving back to Jesus Christ, and how they spend Christmas day. “We wanted to turn Christmas into giving back to Christ” - Summer “There is a way in which we can serve the Lord Jesus and give him a gift when we celebrate his birthday.” – Dale ADVENT RESOURCES: -

TIL 333: Counseling People Affected by Disability (feat. Paul Tautges) Oct 18, 2021 00:28:12 1. Two common temptations for those affected by disability 2. Key biblical truths for counseling those suffering 3. The importance of connecting counseling principles to the person of Jesus Christ Find this podcast transcription here.

TIL 074 : Christian Unity And The 2016 Presidential Election Oct 31, 2016 00:13:58 TIL 074 : Christian Unity And The 2016 Presidential Election by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

TIL 003 : Is Same Sex Attraction Sinful? (feat. Dr. Denny Burk) Jun 21, 2015 00:11:32 TIL 003 : Is Same Sex Attraction Sinful? (feat. Dr. Denny Burk) by Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

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