Speak The Truth

Nov 22 2024 154 ep. 26 mins 26
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A podcast devoted to giving biblical truth for educating, equipping, and encouraging the local church in counseling and discipleship.

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EP. 152 Virtually Bridging the Care Gap W/Brian Walker from Anchored Virtual

Nov 22 2024 24 mins  
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' host Mike welcomes Brian Walker, Operations Director at Anchored Virtual, to discuss the services and mission of Anchored Virtual Biblical Counseling. Brian shares the origins of the ministry as an offshoot of Mark Inc. and its evolution into a virtual counseling service providing biblical and clinical counseling support. Listeners will learn a

EP. 151 Unpacking Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) with a Biblical Lens W/Counseling Director Beth Claes

Oct 25 2024 15 mins  
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Mike explores Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) from a biblical counseling perspective with special guest Beth Claes. The discussion differentiates between the DSM-5 definition of NPD and cultural perceptions of narcissism. Key characteristics such as self-absorption, desire for admiration, and lack of empathy are analyzed alongside bibli

EP. 150 Unpacking Generalized Anxiety Disorder with a Biblical Lens W/Counseling Director Beth Claes

Oct 11 2024 14 mins  
This episode of the Speak the Truth podcast, with special guest, Beth Claes, focuses on understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) through a biblical framework. They discuss the prevalence of anxiety in modern culture and how GAD is often a catch-all diagnosis for persistent anxiety not tied to specific situations. The hosts emphasize the importance of engaging with people wh

EP. 149 Unpacking Codependency with a Biblical Lens W/Counseling Director Beth Claes

Sep 27 2024 22 mins  
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Michael and special guest Beth Claes, a Counseling Director and biblical counselor, delve into the topic of codependency. Beth shares her insights from a background in psychology and biblical counseling, discussing how codependency manifests in relationships and how it is not a diagnosable disorder in the DSM. They explore the biblical framewor

EP. 148 Closing the Discipleship Gaps: Fueling Life and Forming Ministries by Abiding in Jesus W/Robert Cheong

Aug 16 2024 24 mins  
In this episode, Mike is joined by special guest, Robert Cheong from Gospel Care Ministries to discuss various gaps in church discipleship and ministry, emphasizing the importance of personal and communal abiding in Christ. They highlight the 'faith gap' where individuals lack confidence in living out the gospel, and how it affects church programs, community, and leadership. Robert

EP. 147 Unlocking Harmony in Marriage W/Rob Rodriguez: Encounter Ministries' New Curriculum

Aug 02 2024 15 mins  
In this episode, host Mike discusses a unique opportunity for listeners to join Truth Renewed's hybrid Level One Certification class. He introduces a special guest, Rob Rodriguez from Encounter Ministries, who elaborates on his new eight-week marriage program. Rodriguez, a doctoral student and Director of Biblical Counseling, shares insights about his book and workbook that focus o

EP. 146 Pursuing Redemption in Christ: The Gospel Recovery Network W/Michael Snetzer and Brett Smith

Jul 12 2024 32 mins  
In this episode, Mike announces an invitation to participate in Truth Renewed's hybrid certification class and introduces special guests Michael Snetzer and Brett Smith. They discuss the Gospel Recovery Network and its 'Steps' program, a comprehensive discipleship and recovery curriculum. Michael shares his journey in developing the program, its roots in Celebrate Recovery, and its

EP. 145 Navigating Life with Psalm 25: A Conversation W/Robert Cheong

Jun 30 2024 21 mins  
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth', Mike is joined by guest Robert Cheong from Gospel Care Ministries, as he delves into his meditations on Psalm 25. They explore themes of trusting God, experiencing His steadfast love and faithfulness, and the importance of scripture in personal spiritual growth and church leadership. They emphasize the significance of abiding in Christ, sharing

EP. 144 From Crisis to Christ: The Impact of Encounter Ministries in Reno W/Richard & Shelli Wenschlag

Jun 23 2024 33 mins  
In this episode Michael interview's Richard and Shelly Wenschlag, founders of Encounter Ministries, at the ABC Conference 2024. They discuss their ministry's journey from its origins, aimed at fostering deep relationships and connecting individuals with Christ, to becoming a nonprofit organization. The conversation covers the challenges faced in sustaining the spiritual high post-r

EP. 143 Biblical Counseling and Overcoming Addictions W/David and Krista Dunham

Jun 16 2024 20 mins  
In this episode of Speak the Truth, recorded at the 2024 Called to Council Conference at Doxology Bible Church in Fort Worth, Texas, Michael joins biblical counselors David and Krista Dunham from Michigan. David, a pastor at Cornerstone Baptist Church, and Krista, a private practice biblical counselor, discuss their journeys into ministry and counseling. They delve into topics incl