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Practical wisdom, biblical reflections, and resources for the counselling community.

Reflection

June 22, 2026

The Necessity for Encouragement

Have you ever been discouraged? Experiencing discouragement is a normal part of being human. We get discouraged by the actions…

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Church Care

June 9, 2026

When People Leave Your Church

It Hurts When people leave your church, it hurts. With this admission, I know some will say the emotional pain…

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Personal Journey

November 21, 2025

Distressing Complexities

It is so strange how we look for answers to distressing complexities, but sometimes, maybe often, when the answer arrives,…

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Biblical Counselling Methods

March 7, 2025

Mini-Series on “Identity”: Part 4 – Our Worth, Identity, and Adoption in Christ

This is Part 4 in a four-part series on “Identity” leading up to our 2025 Conference on the same topic.…

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Biblical Counselling Methods

January 21, 2025

Mini-Series on “Identity”: Part 3 – Identity in Psalm 8

This is Part 3 in a four-part series on “Identity” leading up to our 2025 Conference on the same topic.…

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Biblical Counselling Methods

December 18, 2024

Mini-Series on “Identity”: Part 2 – The Biblical Metanarrative

This is Part 2 in a four-part series on “Identity” leading up to our 2025 Conference on the same topic.…

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Biblical Counselling Methods

November 21, 2024

Mini-Series on “Identity”: Part 1 – Worldly Identity vs. Christian Identity

This is Part 1 in a four-part series on “Identity” leading up to our 2025 Conference on the same topic.…

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Church Care

July 31, 2024

Answering Your Questions: Elder Role vs. Biblical Counselling Ministry

Can you explain the difference in roles that you would expect an elder to do versus a biblical counsellor? Would…

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Biblical Counselling Methods

June 27, 2024

Answering Your Questions: What Terms Do We Use?

What is the CBCC’s position on using words such as “disorder” or “addiction” when helping a counsellee to see their…

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Church Care

June 25, 2024

Answering Your Questions: Should I Start a Biblical Counselling Practice?

If your local church does not have a biblical counselling ministry and you are certified, what are your thoughts on…

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Reflection

June 13, 2024

“Where is My Home?”: Cultivating Longing for Eternity in Our Communities and Ministries

On a fine Sunday afternoon, a couple from church invited me and some fellow music ministry members to their house.…

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Church Care

May 13, 2024

Answering Your Questions: How do I Encourage Someone to Seek Counselling?

How do you approach someone who you believe needs biblical counselling but is not seeking it? Unsolicited advice.  Nothing is…

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