On 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