Speak The Truth
Religion & Spirituality
About
A podcast devoted to giving biblical truth for educating, equipping, and encouraging the local church in counseling and discipleship.
Episodes
- EP. 212 Mental Health and the Church Mini-Series: Genesis and Mental Health - Exploring Origins and Healing W/Pastor Matt King
Pastor Matt King discusses his ministry Broomtree and mental health within the church on the Speak The Truth podcast. The conversation explores the origins of mental health challenges through Genesis, referencing God's creation, the fall,…
- EP. 211 Mental Health and the Church Mini-Series: Saint, Sufferer, Sinner: A Holistic Approach to Mental Health in the Church W/Mike Emlet
Mike Emlet joins the podcast to discuss a holistic, biblical approach to mental health within the church. The conversation covers the influence of current events on mental health awareness, the importance of viewing individuals as embodied…
- EP. 210 Mental Health and the Church Mini-Series: Pastoring, Counseling, and Mental Health W/Pastor Kevin Carson
Pastor Kevin Carson discusses the church's role in mental health, advocating for patient discipleship and mutual care, drawing on his experience in biblical counseling and church leadership. He highlights the importance of integrating care…
- EP. 209 Singing as Soul Care: Using Music as a Spiritual Discipline in Biblical Counseling - W/Worship Leader and BC Adam Westlake
Adam Westlake, a worship leader and biblical counselor, joins Speak The Truth to discuss how singing can be used as a spiritual discipline in counseling. The episode explores how music helps align what believers know and feel, referencing…
- EP 208 Bonus Episode: Called to Counsel Conference Understanding Emotions Track Invitation W/Brad Hambrick
Michael interviews Brad Hambrick about the 2026 “Understanding Emotions” track at the Called to Counsel Conference. The track focuses on anger, bitterness, and pride, offering practical biblical theology to address sinful emotions and prom…
- EP. 207 Bonus Episode: Called to Counsel 2026 Conference - Hidden Abuse in the Church and Home Track Invitation W/Greg Wilson
Michael interviews track leader Greg Wilson about the “Hidden Abuse” track at the ABC (Called to Counsel) conference at Doxology Bible Church in Fort Worth, Texas. Wilson, a Dallas–Fort Worth biblical and licensed counselor who leads Soul…
- EP. 205 Bonus Episode: Called to Counsel Conference 2026 - Pastors & Church Leadership Track Invitation W/Robert Cheong
This episode of Speak the Truth previews the Pastors and Church Leadership track for the 2026 Call to Council Conference (April 23–25, Fort Worth, Texas, at Doxology Bible Church) through a conversation with track leader Robert Cheong, exe…
- EP. 206 Building a Culture of Biblical Soul Care: A Discipleship Continuum for the Local Church W/Pastor of Soul Care Lee Lewis
On the Speak the Truth podcast, the host interviews pastor and SoulCare Consulting International leader Lee Lewis about developing a culture of biblical care in local churches. Lewis argues that care must extend beyond Sunday services and…
- EP. 204 Bonus Episode: Called to Counsel Conference 2026 Counseling Through Colossians Track Invitation W/Pete Potloff
In this bonus episode of Speak the Truth, Michael welcome's Pete Potloff to introduce a new track for the 2026 Call to Counsel conference: “Counseling Through Colossians.” They reflect on recording at Salem Heights since 2019 and share pla…
- EP. 203 Breaking Free from Codependency: A Biblical Perspective on Burdens, Boundaries, and Trusting God W/Counseling & Soul Care Director Chris Minott
In this episode of Speak the Truth, Michael interviews Chris Minott, Director of Soul Care and Biblical Counseling at Summit Church in Fort Myers, Florida, about codependency within ongoing discussions of trauma. Minott explains codependen…
- EP. 202 Bonus Episode: Called to Counsel Conference 2026 - Practical Theology in Biblical Counseling Track Invitation W/Nathan Penny
The episode of Speak the Truth previews the new Practical Theology track at the Call to Council Conference (April 23–25, 2026) at Doxology Bible Church in Fort Worth, Texas, featuring host Michael and guest Nathan Penney, Pastor of Soul Ca…
- EP. 201 Bonus Episode: Called to Counsel Conference 2026 - Fundamentals of Biblical Counseling Track Invitation W/Emily Dempster
Mike interviews Emily, director of certification training at ABC, as the track leader for the Fundamentals of Biblical Counseling Methods at the Call to Council conference. Emily explains the track’s purpose for online and newer counselors…
- EP. 200 Frontlines Ministries: Strengthening Missionaries Through Church-Centered Biblical Counseling W/Lay Pastor Danny Falcone
Front Lines Ministries: Strengthening Missionaries Through Church-Centered Biblical Counseling In this “Speak the Truth” episode Mike interviews Danny Falcone, a lay elder at Delray Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia, and leader of Fro…
- EP. 199 Bonus Episode Called to Counsel Conference 2026 - Mental Health Track Invitation W/Track Leader Jeremy Lelek
Mike is joined virtually by Jeremy Lelek to preview his Call to Council conference track on biblically unpacking mental health diagnoses. Jeremy explains the objective of engaging intimidating DSM categories by describing them from a psych…
- EP. 198 Bonus Episode: Called to Counsel Conference 2026 - Trauma Track Invitation W/Track Leader John Henderson
In this bonus episode of Speak the Truth, Michael introduces John Henderson to preview the Trauma Track for the Call to Counsel Conference 2026, led by Henderson alongside Darby Strickland and Curtis Solomon. They describe the track’s aim…
- EP. 197 Missions Mini-Series Biblical Counseling in New Zealand(NZBCA) W/Darryl Burling & Jason Winslade
Recorded at the Biblical Counseling Coalition Global Summit, Michael interviews New Zealanders Darryl Burling and Jason Winslade about advancing biblical counseling and missions in New Zealand. Darryl founded the New Zealand Biblical Couns…
- EP. 196 Missions Mini-Series: Biblical Counselling Africa - Equipping the Church for Gospel-Centered Care in Africa W/Kyle Johnston & Jane Kratz
Biblical Counseling Africa: Equipping the Church for Gospel-Centered Care in South Africa and Beyond Recorded on the road at the Biblical Counseling Coalition Global Summit, this Speak the Truth podcast episode features interviews with Kyl…
- EP. 195 Missions Mini-Series: Navigating Missions through Biblical Counseling in Stockholm, Sweden W/Missionaries Joe & Ursula Morell
In this episode of Speak the Truth, Michael & Emily are joined by Joe and Ursula Morell from Stockholm, Sweden. They discuss the critical role of biblical counseling in missions, the challenges and growth in their local church, and their j…
- EP. 194 Missions Mini-Series: Christ is Better (Cristo es Mejor) W/Church Planting Pastor Kike Torres
In this episode of Speak the Truth, Michael interviews Kike Torres, a pastor dedicated to church planting and biblical counseling. Kike shares his journey, ministry background, and his approach to evangelism and pastoral care. He discusses…
- EP. 193 Trauma Mini-Series: Responding to Crises in the Church W/Pastor Matt MacCollin
In this episode of Speak the Truth, Michael welcomes Pastor Matt MacCollin to discuss the biblical approach to responding to crisis situations in the church. Matt shares his personal testimony of overcoming a traumatic past, including subs…
- EP. 192 Trauma Mini-Series: Hebrews 12: Wisdom Adorns the Shamed W/Kristin Silva Linder
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Michael returns with guest Kristin Silva Linder, an author and biblical counselor from Portland. The conversation delves into the theme, 'Wisdom Adorns the Shamed,' focusing on how wisdom and scriptura…
- EP. 191 Trauma Mini-Series Avoiding Burnout: Caring for Trauma Survivors without Becoming Overwhelmed W/Beth Claes
In this episode of Speak the Truth, Michael discuss the topic of burnout among counselors, particularly those dealing with trauma cases. Joined by recurring guest Beth Claes, they explore how burnout can manifest, the personal and professi…
- EP. 190 Trauma Mini-Series: Psalm 46:4–7 God's Presence in Our Pain W/Curtis Solomon
In this episode of Speak the Truth, host Mike and special guest, Curtis Solomon discuss the themes of biblical truth and counseling. They explore the significance of God's presence through Psalms 46, emphasizing God's power and provision a…
- EP 189 Trauma Mini-Series: Seeing Trauma through Psalm 55 W/John Henderson
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Mike dives deep into understanding trauma from a biblical perspective with special guest John Henderson. The discussion focuses on defining trauma, interpreting it using scripture, and providing guidan…
- EP. 188 Counseling Through God's Attributes - Holy: Embracing Holy Perfection Isa. 6:3-7 W/ Mike Van Dyke
In this episode of Speak the Truth, the hosts delve into the attribute of God's holiness with Michael, discussing his entry titled 'Embracing Holy Perfection.' They explore the complexities of God's holiness, its association with redemptio…
- EP. 187 Counseling Through God's Attributes: The Steadfast Love of the LORD - Lam 3:22 W/Shauna Van Dyke
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' the focus is on exploring God's steadfast love as highlighted in Lamentations 3. The hosts, Michael and Shauna, delve into how biblical counselors can educate, equip, and encourage counselees by reflec…
- EP. 186 Counseling Through God's Attributes: God Is Present And Active W/Shauna Van Dyke & Jeremy Lelek
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Michael, Shauna, and Jeremy continue their mini-series on counseling through God's attributes, focusing on omnipresence. They discuss the importance of God's omnipresence, especially in counseling sett…
- EP. 185 Counseling Through God's Attributes: Anchoring Your Heart & Mind in God's Peace W/Author Shannon McCoy
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' the host is joined by Shannon K. McCoy, an experienced biblical counselor, to discuss the topic of God's peace amidst life's anxieties from her contribution to the ABC Resource, Counseling Through God'…
- EP. 184 Counseling Through God's Attributes: God's Strengthening Comfort W/Ellen Dykas
In this episode of Speak the Truth, host Mike welcomes guest Ellen Dykas, an ABC partner from Harvest USA. Ellen discusses the vital topic of 'God as Comforter' in biblical counseling, specifically referencing 2 Corinthians 1:3-6. The epis…
- EP. 183 Counseling through God's Attributes – EL ROI: The Living One Who Sees Me W/Betty-Anne Van Rees (Canadian Biblical Counseling Coalition)
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Michael is with guest, Betty-Anne Van Rees. Betty-Anne, a key member of the Canadian Biblical Counseling Coalition, shares insights on using God's attributes, particularly God's all-seeing nature (El R…
- EP. 182 Counseling through God's Attributes–Immutable: Our Unchanging God W/Pastor Jesse Pirkle –Soul Care Pastor at Southern Hills Church–
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Mike sits down with Jesse Pirkle from Southern Hills Church in Carrollton, Georgia, to discuss the concept of God's immutability. They explore how understanding God's unchanging nature can be a powerfu…
- EP. 181 Speak the Truth's Most Downloaded Episode Ever: Broken Cisterns: Exposing Functional Idolatry Jer. 2:11-13 - Counseling through Bible Narratives W/Pastor Jesse Pirkle
In this episode hosts, Mike and Shauna are joined by our special guest, Jesse Pirkle, Soul Care Pastor at SouthernHills Church to continue our mini-series, Counseling Through Bible Narratives Old Testament. Jesse Discusses how he uses his…
- EP. 180 Most Downloaded Episode of 2024 - Unpacking Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) with a Biblical Lens W/Counseling Director Beth Claes
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Mike dives into the topic of narcissistic personality disorder within their ongoing mini-series on diagnostic and statistical diagnoses. Joined by Beth Claes, they explore the distinction between DSM-d…
- EP. 179 Most Downloaded Episode of 2023 – Reclaim Your Marriage: Grace for Wives Who Have Been Hurt by Pornography W/Author's Jenny and Curtis Solomon
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Shauna and Mike welcome Curtis and Jenny Solomon to discuss their new books, 'Redeem Your Marriage' and 'Reclaim Your Marriage.' The Solomons explore how their books address the impact of pornography o…
- EP. 178 Most Downloaded Episode of 2022: Freedom in Forgiveness From Gen. 50:15-21 Counseling Through Bible Narratives Mini-Series W/Andrew Dealy From Austin Stone Counseling
In this engaging episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Michael and Shauna introduce and discuss the importance of biblical truths in counseling and discipleship. They welcome Andrew Dealy from Austin Stone Community Church, who elaborates on using…
- EP. 177 Most Downloaded Episode of 2021: The Gospel in Counseling Part 2 - Applying The Gospel In Counseling Situations
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth', Michael is joined with Peter Escue to discuss the pivotal role of the gospel in counseling, emphasizing its application in various life struggles. Covering part two of their 'Gospel in Counseling' seri…
- EP. 176 Most Downloaded Podcast of 2020: Heart of the Matter - A Counseling Tool That Helps Expose Deceptive Thoughts, Desires, and Habits
This episode of 'Speak the Truth' originally aired back in 2020 during the beginning of COVID and features an in-depth discussion on the methodology of biblical counseling. Hosts discuss the importance of examining desires, thoughts, emoti…
- EP. 175 One Hundred Episodes Later: The Power of the Psalms in Counseling W/Pastor John Henderson from the 2020 Called to Counsel Conference
This episode of 'Speak the Truth' is recorded live from the 2020 Call to Counsel Conference. Hosts engage in an insightful discussion with John Henderson, focusing on the significance of the Psalms in biblical counseling. They explore how…
- EP. 174 Learning to Listen: Essential Skills for Every Counselor W/Author Joseph Hussung
In this episode of Speak the Truth, Mike sits down with Joseph Hussung, the Director of Ministry Partnerships and Recruitment at Fieldstone Counseling, to discuss his new book, 'Learning to Listen.' Released in late March, the book is a si…
- EP. 173 Finding Light in the Darkness: Matt King's Story and the Mission of Broom Tree Care
In this episode of Speak the Truth, Mike interviews Matt King, the executive director of Broom Tree Care, at the Biblical Counseling Coalition Canada Conference. The conversation centers on Broom Tree Care's mission to provide biblical cou…
- EP. 172 ABC Helping Equip Canada: Creating and Implementing a Sustainable Care Framework in the Local Church W/Nathan Penny
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' the hosts discuss their experiences at Hope Bible Church in Oakville, Ontario and their participation in a biblical counseling conference. They are joined by Nathan Penny, Pastor of Soul Care Ministrie…
- EP. 171 Pioneering Biblical Counseling in Canada – Mobilizing the Local Church W/Betty-Anne Van Rees
In this episode of Speak the Truth, the hosts are reporting from Ontario at the Biblical Counseling Coalition Canada Conference. They highlight the pioneering efforts of individuals spearheading biblical counseling initiatives in Canada. E…
- EP. 170 Equipping the Next Generation of Biblical Counselors: ABC's ETC Curriculum at Heritage College W/Jeemin Moon
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' the team is joined by special guest, Dr. Jeemin Moon, professor and director of the Biblical Care and Counseling Ministry at Heritage College and Seminary in Cambridge, ON. The conversation focuses on…
- EP. 169 Waiting isn't a Waste W/Author Mark Vroegop - Embracing the Spiritual Discipline of Waiting on the Lord
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Michael engages in a profound discussion with Mark Vroegop about his latest book, 'Waiting Isn't a Waste: The Surprising Comfort of Trusting God and the Uncertainties of Life.' Vroegop explains his mot…
- EP. 168 Grounded in Grace: Helping Kids Build Their Identity in Christ W/Jonathan Holmes
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Michael interviews author Jonathan Holmes at the Biblical Counseling Coalition Canada Conference. They discuss Jonathan's latest book, 'Grounded in Grace,' which provides insight into helping children…
- EP. 167 Remade: Embracing Your Complete Identity in Christ W/Pastor and Author Paul Tautges
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' hosts Michael and Shauna are joined by special guest Paul Tautges at the Canadian Biblical Counseling Coalition Annual Conference. They discuss the themes of identity, sanctification, and counseling wi…
- EP. 166 Encouragement for Aspiring Biblical Counselors W/Counseling Director Beth Claes
In this episode of 'Speak the Truth,' Michael is live from the Salem Heights Made to Minister Conference in Salem, Oregon. Joined by guest Beth Claes from New Heights Church, Vancouver, Washington, they discuss the common inquiries they re…
- EP. 165 Exploring Union with Christ: Implications Towards a Counseling Methodology - W/Jason Kovacs
Exploring Union with Christ: Implications for Counseling and Beyond In this episode of Speak the Truth, Michael engages with Jason Kovacs from the Gospel Care Collective at the 2025 Made to Minister Conference. They discuss the transformat…
- EP. 164 Navigating Church Hurt and Spiritual Abuse with W/Tim St. John Counseling Pastor at Lighthouse Community Church
In this episode of Speak the Truth, Michael welcomes Tim St. John, the counseling pastor at Lighthouse Community Church in Torrance, California. Podcasting from the Made to Minister Conference 2025, they discuss the prevalent issue of chur…
- EP. 163 Reflecting Grace: Understanding Coping Strategies in Light of God's Character W/Kristin Silva Linder Author and Biblical Counselor
Exploring Biblical Approaches to Coping Strategies In this episode of Speak the Truth, the host joins Kristin Silva Linder at the 25 May to Minister Conference in Salem, Oregon. Kristin discusses her breakout session on coping strategies a…