Scripture for Today
Scripture for Today
Podcast Description
Scripture for Today is a podcast of Hope Counseling and Discipleship Center, which is a ministry of Hope Bible Church in Savannah, Georgia. We exist to give eternal hope and help to suffering people through the Word of God. Specifically, Scripture for Today aims to give practical wisdom on real life topics through the wellspring of Scripture.
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The podcast focuses on practical wisdom derived from Scripture, covering themes such as the role of counseling in the church, differences between biblical and secular counseling, and the integration of the gospel in personal healing. Episodes like 'Benefits of a Church-Based Counseling Ministry' delve into the qualifications of counselors and methodologies used in marriage counseling, while another episode discusses the goals of a new counseling center.
Scripture for Today is a podcast of Hope Counseling and Discipleship Center, which is a ministry of Hope Bible Church in Savannah, Georgia. We exist to give eternal hope and help to suffering people through the Word of God. Specifically, Scripture for Today aims to give practical wisdom on real life topics through the wellspring of Scripture.
In this episode, Justin Daugherty interviews Ernie Baker, a seasoned biblical counselor. They discuss the importance of counseling within the local church, the distinctiveness of biblical counseling compared to secular therapy, and the role of the gospel in personal counseling. They explore the qualifications needed for biblical counselors, common issues faced in counseling, and the methodologies used, particularly in marriage counseling. The conversation highlights the challenges of church-based counseling and the need for more trained counselors to meet the growing demand.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Biblical Counseling
03:12 The Role of Counseling in the Local Church
05:59 Biblical Counseling vs. Mental Health Therapy
06:52 The Gospel’s Role in Counseling
08:51 Qualifications for Biblical Counselors
10:29 Supporting Counseling Ministries in the Church
12:18 Common Issues in Biblical Counseling
13:25 Methodology in Marriage Counseling
16:04 Challenges in Church-Based Counseling Ministries
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