In this episode of 15:14, Kevin Carson, new Executive Director of the Biblical Counseling Coalition, sits down with Dr. Curtis Solomon, outgoing Executive Director, at the BCC Global Summit to reflect on God’s work during Curtis’s tenure and to offer listeners a glimpse into the unity, friendship, and shared commitment that mark this leadership transition.

Kevin and Curtis reminisce about the past nine years that Curtis has been the Executive Director, discussing some key memories, people, and lessons. They also discuss how God has used Curtis in significant ways to strengthen the ministry of the BCC, cultivate meaningful partnerships, and faithfully champion biblical counseling across diverse contexts around the world.

This conversation is not a farewell, but a celebration of God’s faithfulness. Together, Kevin and Curtis reflect on what the Lord has done, express gratitude for His provision, and share Curtis’s heart for the present and future of the Biblical Counseling Coalition.

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In this episode of 15:14, Curtis Solomon interviews author Molly Bertles about her recent book, You are Not Alone: Biblical Counsel for Women Struggling with Masturbation. Molly shares her heart for addressing a topic that is often hidden in shame and silence.

Together, Curtis and Molly discuss why this struggle is more common than many realize, how secrecy and isolation deepen the battle, and how Scripture offers real hope and practical help. Molly explains the purpose of her book, the pastoral and biblical framework behind it, and how counselors, churches, and friends can come alongside women with truth, compassion, and grace.

This conversation aims to encourage honest dialogue, remind listeners that they are not alone, and point struggling women to the hope and freedom found in Christ.

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In this episode of 15:14, Curtis reflects on his time as the Executive Director of the Biblical Counseling Coalition. Curtis shares some of his favorite experiences, lessons learned, and his gratitude for the many people he has come to know through his years of ministry at the BCC. 

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In this episode of 15:14, Christy Jackson shares with us about The Guest House Project. The Guest House Project exists to come alongside women who are walking through the pain of sexual and relational betrayal within their committed relationships. Christy Jackson, the founder and Executive Director of The Guest House Project, joins us to share about the ministry and the many ways they provide care for those facing the hurt of sexual betrayal.

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In this episode of 15:14, our guest, Pastor Pete Potloff, shares about the history, significance, and impact of biblical counseling at Salem Heights Church, in the city of Salem, and across the Pacific Northwest. Salem Heights Church is a gospel-centered church located in Salem, Oregon. The church exists to make the gospel relevant for the pleasure of God and the good of its neighbors. Three phrases summarize its heart: Love God. Love Others. Reach the World.

Pete Potloff is a teaching pastor who also oversees the biblical counseling ministry at Salem Heights Church. He began attending the church in 1999 while in college and joined the staff in 2015. In December 2019, he was called to the role of Executive Pastor. Pete and his wife, Holly, were married at Salem Heights in 2001 and have three children.

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This episode of 15:14 features Laken’s interview with Dr. Curtis Solomon about his new endeavor, The Sentinel Institute. Dr. Solomon is the founder and executive director of the Institute, which provides truth-tested trauma care for those impacted by trauma. He is the retiring director of the BCC and currently serves as Associate Professor and Program Coordinator for Biblical Counseling at Boyce College. He also lectures and trains future counselors as a visiting professor at other academic institutions.

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This episode of 15:14 highlights some of the 2-Minute Favorites segments from 2025. In this season of Thanksgiving, we pray that it encourages you to reflect on the blessings of your own life and to turn those reflections into praise!

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Jared Poulton is our guest on this episode of 15:14.  We are excited to have Jared share about the ministry he leads, the Institute for Reformed Biblical Counseling (IRBC). IRBC’s mission is, “Advancing Reformed biblical counseling through training and certifying counselors and supporting Reformed churches in their church-based discipleship ministries.”

In addition to Jared serving as Executive Director of the Institute for Reformed Biblical Counseling, he is the pastor of counseling and teaching at Cornerstone URC, and visiting professor of biblical counseling at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary. He holds a PhD in biblical counseling from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. His writing has been published at the Biblical Counseling Coalition, the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors, and the London Lyceum.

Jared lives in Hudsonville, Michigan, with his wife and four children. When he is not working, Jared enjoys exploring the beautiful state of Michigan with his family.

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On this episode of 15:14, Dr. Solomon interviews Chris Philips, Founder and Executive Director of Selah International Christian Ministries, to learn more about Selah and how it supports the global church. Selah serves pastors, missionaries, and other Christian ministry leaders through a variety of ministry outlets. Chris and his wife, Dawn, have over 35 years of ministry experience as missionaries and in pastoral ministry. They are also certified biblical counselors, and Chris is completing his doctorate in Biblical Counseling. Together, they bring wisdom from that experience to the various ministries Selah offers, including counseling intensives, missionary debriefs, and Selah Soul Care Conferences.

Be sure to sign up today for the BCC Global Summit, the deadline for registration is November 12!

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In this episode of 15:14, Shauna Van Dyke joins us to discuss how we can intervene when someone shares their thoughts of committing suicide. Shauna is a Member of the BCC Council and serves as Executive Director of The Association of Biblical Counselors. She is a certified biblical counselor who founded Truth Renewed, a ministry that provides free biblical counseling to the community. Shauna enjoys speaking at women’s events, is the writer of The Everyday Counselor, and hosts a podcast called Speak the Truth. She is married to Michael and has two sons, Dustin and Jaxson. 

For more resources from the BCC to help bring hope in the midst of suicide click here. 

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