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Built by Scripture. Led by the Spirit.
Trained to Counsel God’s Way.

If the Lord is opening the door, this 12-hour window is your moment to step forward.

Built by Scripture.
Led by the Spirit.
Trained to Counsel God’s Way.

If the Lord is opening the door, this 12-hour window is your moment to step forward.

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Why This Matters


In a generation overwhelmed by self-focused answers and worldly wisdom, the Lord is still calling His people back to His Word, back to His Spirit, back to the Wonderful Counselor Himself.

This program exists to train servants of Christ who minister not through human theory, but through the sufficiency of Scripture, the power of prayer, and the working of the Holy Spirit.

Biblical Counseling isn’t about techniques—it's about leading people back to the Shepherd of their souls.

Introducing

ONE-DAY SPECIAL ENROLLMENT WINDOW

7:00am – 7:00pm PST

During this small opening, you’ll receive exclusive bonuses designed to strengthen your foundation, equip your ministry, and help you finish the program in 12 months.

When the Lord gives a window of opportunity, wise disciples step through it.

Personalized 12-Month Success Calendar

A guided roadmap that helps you stay steady, avoid overwhelm, and complete your training within a year.

Bonus Course:
A Survey of Biblical Counseling
with Dr. Howard Eyrich

A stand-alone foundational course from a leader whose ministry has helped shape thousands of ministering servants.

Valued at $797

Bonus Course:
Hermeneutics
with Dr. Jason Falzarano

A stand-alone course to rightly divide the word of truth, because the strength of any ministering servant is the strength of their handling of Scripture.


Valued at $797

Stories of Transformation

 
 
 
 
 

What This Program Will Equip You To Do


Train as a Ministering Servant Grounded in God’s Way.

âś… Shepherd hurting people using the Word, prayer, and the Spirit.
âś… Understand the sufficiency of Scripture in every counseling situation.
âś… Discern and reject the subtle pull of humanistic counseling approaches.
âś… Walk others from bondage to freedom through biblical truth.
✅ Cultivate a counselor’s heart rooted in humility, discipleship, and sanctification.

The church doesn’t need more self-help. It needs servants who know how to lead others to the Good Shepherd.

Who This is For...


This program is for those who…

âś… Feel burdened for the broken and hurting.
âś… Want to serve the church with greater biblical depth.
✅ Desire to counsel without blending the world’s ideas with God’s truth.
âś… And especially for those who are ready to take the next faithful step today.

You’ll learn to give counsel that lifts burdens—not by human wisdom, but by God’s truth.

A Year of Training to Become a Ministering Servant
Who Walks in God’s Way

Each phase of your training is designed to strengthen your walk with the Lord, deepen your understanding of Scripture, and equip you to shepherd hurting people with truth, compassion, and the power of the Holy Spirit.

Counseling God's Way Audio Course

  1. Start Here!

    1 lesson
    1. Welcome Aboard!

  2. Counseling God's Way Audio Course

    12 lessons
    1. Lesson #1: What Counseling Is
    2. Lesson Synopsis Upload – What Counseling Is
    3. Lesson #2: God’s Way in Counseling
    4. Lesson Synopsis Upload – God’s Way in Counseling
    5. Lesson #3: Foundational Truths Part 1
    6. Lesson Synopsis Upload – Foundational Truths Part 1
    7. Lesson #4: Foundational Truths Part 2
    8. Lesson Synopsis Upload – Foundational Truths Part 2
    9. Lesson #5: Major Threats to Counseling God’s Way
    10. Lesson Synopsis Upload – Major Threats to Counseling God’s Way
    11. Lesson #6: The Counseling Situation
    12. Lesson Synopsis Upload – The Counseling Situation

  3. Next Steps

    1 lesson
    1. Continuing Your Biblical Counseling Journey

How To Counsel God's Way Textbook

  1. Pre-requisite

    1 lesson
    1. Required Book (How to Counsel God’s Way)

  2. CGW Workbook

    19 lessons
    1. Introduction and Chapter 1 - Quiz
    2. Chapter 2 - Quiz
    3. Chapter 3 - Quiz
    4. Chapter 4 - Quiz
    5. Chapter 5 - Quiz
    6. Chapter 6 - Quiz
    7. Chapter 7 - Quiz
    8. Chapter 8 - Quiz
    9. Chapter 9 - Quiz
    10. Chapter 10 - Quiz
    11. Chapter 11 - Quiz
    12. Chapter 12 - Quiz
    13. Chapter 13 - Quiz
    14. Chapter 14 - Quiz
    15. Chapter 15 - Quiz
    16. Chapter 16 - Quiz
    17. Chapter 17 - Quiz
    18. Conclusion - Quiz
    19. Next Step: Continuing Your Biblical Counseling Journey

Reading Reports

  1. Introduction

    1 lesson
    1. Read First (and FAQ)

  2. How to Counsel God's Way, by Bob Hoekstra (Kindle & Paperback)

    2 lessons
    1. How to Counsel God's Way
    2. Book Reading Report for How to Counsel God's Way

  3. Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands: People in Need of Change Helping People in Need of Change, by Paul David Tripp

    2 lessons
    1. Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands: People in Need of Change Helping People in Need of Change
    2. Book Reading Report for Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands

  4. How Big is Your God, by Dr. Ed Bulkley

    2 lessons
    1. How Big is Your God
    2. Book Reading Report for How Big is Your God

  5. PsychoBabble: The Failure of Modern Psychology and the Biblical Alternative, by Richard Ganz

    2 lessons
    1. PsychoBabble: The Failure of Modern Psychology and the Biblical Alternative
    2. Book Reading Report for PsychoBabble

  6. Why Christians Can't Trust Psychology, by Dr Ed Bulkley

    2 lessons
    1. Why Christians Can't Trust Psychology
    2. Book Reading Report for Why Christians Can't Trust Psychology

  7. A Theology of Biblical Counseling: The Doctrinal Foundations of Counseling Ministry, by Heath Lambert

    2 lessons
    1. A Theology of Biblical Counseling: The Doctrinal Foundations of Counseling Ministry
    2. Book Reading Report for A Theology of Biblical Counseling

  8. The Christian Counselor's Manual, by Jay E. Adams

    2 lessons
    1. The Christian Counselor's Manual: The Practice of Nouthetic Counseling
    2. Book Reading Report for The Christian Counselor's Manual

  9. Basic Theology: A Popular Systematic Guide to Understanding Biblical Truth, by Charles Ryrie

    2 lessons
    1. Assignment Overview on Basic Theology by Charles Ryrie
    2. Assignment for Basic Theology

  10. Upload Alternate Book Reviews Here

    1 lesson
    1. Alternate Reading Report

Counseling Observation Videos

  1. Requirements - Start Here!

    7 lessons
    1. Welcome! (Watch This First)
    2. Counseling Situation Guidelines I
    3. Summary of the Counseling Situation Guidelines I
    4. Counseling Situation Guidelines II
    5. Summary of the Counseling Situation Guidelines II
    6. Podcast
    7. Podcast Homework: Summary of the Podcast

  2. An Important Overview

    1 lesson
    1. An Important Overview

  3. Randy Patten - Marriage Issues

    8 lessons
    1. Randy Patten with Trey Deb Session 1 - Introduction
    2. Randy Patten with Trey Deb Session 1 Observation Assignment
    3. Randy Patten with Trey Deb Session 2
    4. Randy Patten with Trey Deb Session 2 Observation Assignment
    5. Randy Patten with Trey Deb Session 3 - Graduation Session
    6. Randy Patten with Trey Deb Session 3 Observation Assignment
    7. Steering Marriage Counseling Toward Christ-Centeredness
    8. Reflection Assignment: Marriage Counseling and Christ-Centeredness

  4. Dr. Steve Viars - Parenting

    4 lessons
    1. Dr. Steve Viars with Andy & Julie Session 7 - Getting to the Heart
    2. Dr. Steve Viars with Andy & Julie Session 7 Observation Assignment
    3. Dr. Steve Viars with Andy Julie Session 8 - Heart Issues
    4. Dr. Steve Viars with Andy & Julie Session 8 Observation Assignment

  5. Dr. Amy Baker - Personal Data Inventory

    4 lessons
    1. Dr. Amy Baker with Annie Session 1 - Getting Started
    2. Dr. Amy Baker with Annie Session 1 Observation Assignment
    3. Dr. Amy Baker with Annie Session 2 - Getting Started
    4. Dr. Amy Baker with Annie Session 2 Observation Assignment

  6. Dr. Bob Smith - Struggles with Medical Issues

    6 lessons
    1. Dr. Bob Smith with Doug & Karen Session 1 - Medical Issue
    2. Dr. Bob Smith with Doug & Karen Session 1 Observation Assignment
    3. Dr. Bob Smith with Doug Karen Session 2 - Medical Issue
    4. Dr. Bob Smith with Doug & Karen Session 2 Observation Assignment
    5. Dr. Bob Smith with Doug Karen Session 6 - Medical Issues
    6. Dr. Bob Smith with Doug & Karen Session 6 Observation Assignment

  7. Congratulations!

    1 lesson
    1. Your Next Steps

Exam & Evaluation Course

  1. Orientation

    1. Welcome to the Written Exams

  2. Getting Started: Instructions & Formatting

    1. Master Working Document & Formatting
    2. Bite-size Uploads & Final Submission

  3. PART A: Theology Exam

    1. Theology Exam – Introduction

    1. Section 1: Authority & Sufficiency of Scripture

      1. Lesson 1.1: Demonstrate by using your Bible, its own claim to authority
      2. Lesson 1.2: What it meant by the term “The Inspiration of Scripture?"
      3. Lesson 1.3: Give your understanding of “Biblical Inerrancy.”
      4. Lesson 1.4: Explain your understanding of the “Sufficiency of Scripture.”
      5. Lesson 1.5: Explain the statement — “As inerrancy speaks to the rule of faith, so sufficiency speaks to the rule of practice.”
      6. Lesson 1.6: General Revelation & Special Revelation
      7. Section 1 Submission — Authority & Sufficiency of Scripture

    2. Section 2: God the Father

      1. Lesson 2.1: The Unique Ministry of God the Father in the Godhead
      2. Lesson 2.2: Define "The Decrees of God."
      3. Lesson 2.3: Defend biblically how the sovereignty of God and man's will are both essential truths.
      4. Section 2 Submission — God The Father

    3. Section 3: God the Son

      1. Lesson 3.1: Give your understanding of who Jesus is.
      2. Lesson 3.2: What is meant by the term "the deity of Christ"?
      3. Lesson 3.3: What is the role, if any, of the Lordship of Christ in Biblical Counseling?
      4. Lesson 3.4: Explain your understanding of the humanity of Jesus Christ and why it is essential for you as a counselor and for your counselee.
      5. Section 3 Submission — God The Son

    4. Section 4: God the Holy Spirit

      1. Lesson 4.1: Describe the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Give scriptural evidence of His Deity and personhood.
      2. Lesson 4.2: Give your understanding of the Trinity.
      3. Lesson 4.3: The Spirit's Role in Counseling
      4. Lesson 4.4: Describe the ministry of the Holy Spirit in relation to the will of God
      5. Lesson 4.5: Describe the ministry of the Holy Spirit in relation to the meaning and application of God's Word
      6. Section 4 Submission — God The Holy Spirit

    5. Section 5: Man

      1. Lesson 5.1: Describe your view of man's nature.
      2. Lesson 5.2: How would you depict man's present condition?
      3. Lesson 5.3: What is meant by the "depravity of man," and why is it important to understand this doctrine in counseling?
      4. Lesson 5.4: What is the problem with the present-day "self-esteem" theology?
      5. Lesson 5.5: How would you describe a believer's new identity in Christ?
      6. Section 5 Submission — Man

    6. Section 6: Salvation

      1. Lesson 6.1: How do you believe a person is "saved"?
      2. Lesson 6.2: Is it ethical or unethical to explain the Gospel in a counseling session? Why?
      3. Lesson 6.3: Describe how important it is to bring a counselee to Christ.
      4. Lesson 6.4: Describe what role, if any, baptism plays in your salvation.
      5. Lesson 6.5: How does one attain greater intimacy with God?
      6. Section 6 Submission — Salvation

    7. Section 7: Satan

      1. Lesson 7.1: What is your understanding of "spiritual warfare?"
      2. Lesson 7.2: Using Scripture, describe your understanding of Satan.
      3. Section 7 Submission — Satan

    8. Section 8: The Church

      1. Lesson 8.1: We affirm that Biblical Counseling falls under the authority and oversight of the body of Christ, the Church.
      2. Lesson 8.2: We deny that Biblical Counseling falls under the authority of psychology.
      3. Lesson 8.3: We affirm active church participation is vital for the counselor and counselee.
      4. Section 8 Submission — The Church

    9. Section 9: Christian Living

      1. Lesson 9.1: Is counseling alone sufficient for the long-term maturity of the counselee?
      2. Lesson 9.2: How does Biblical Counseling relate to the biblical mandate of discipleship?
      3. Lesson 9.3: Explain the following affirmation: "Sanctification is a lifelong process, not a one-time event."
      4. Section 9 Submission — Christian Living

    10. Section 10: Marriage & Family

      1. Lesson 10.1: Using Ephesians 5, explain the biblical roles of the husband and wife.
      2. Lesson 10.2: Using Ephesians 6:1-4 and Colossians 3:20-21, explain the biblical responsibilities of the parents and children.
      3. Lesson 10.3: Under what conditions, if any, is divorce permitted? Use Scripture references to defend your answer.
      4. Section 10 Submission — Marriage & Family

  4. PART B: Biblical Counselor's Evaluation

    1. Biblical Counselor’s Evaluation – Introduction

    1. Section 1: Counseling Philosophy & Influences

      1. Q1: Influences on Your Ministry
      2. Q2: Influential Counseling Resources
      3. Q3: Understanding Integration
      4. Q4: Self-Love Statement
      5. Section 1 Submission — Counseling Philosophy & Influences

    2. Section 2: Theological Application in Counseling

      1. Q5: God’s Sovereignty in Ministry
      2. Q6: God’s Providence in Ministry
      3. Q7: God’s Justice in Ministry
      4. Q8: God’s Love in Ministry
      5. Section 2 Submission — Theological Application in Counseling

    3. Section 3: Practical Counseling Scenarios

      1. Q9: Counseling Fear of World Events
      2. Q10: Counseling Marital Conflict with James 4
      3. Q11: Trials and God’s Discipline
      4. Q12: Biblical Approach to Homosexuality
      5. Section 3 Submission — Practical Counseling Scenarios

    4. Section 4: Counseling Labels and Case Studies

      1. Q13: Common Counseling Labels
      2. Q14: Counseling Verbal Abuse
      3. Q15: Counseling Forgiveness
      4. Q16: Workaholic Husband & Father
      5. Q17: Philippians 4:4-9 Instructions
      6. Q18: Teaching Faith to Children
      7. Q19: Marital Sex & Intimacy
      8. Q20: Living with Past Sin
      9. Section 4 Submission — Counseling Labels and Case Studies

  5. Final Exam Submission

    1. Preparing Your Final Exam

    1. Initial Draft Submission

      1. Final Exam — Initial Draft Upload

    2. Revised Exam Submission

      1. Final Exam — Revised Copy Upload

  6. Downloads & Resources

    1. How to Insert Footnote in Word
    2. Bible Translation Guidelines
    3. Sample Research Exam Guidelines
    4. Turabian Quick Guide
    5. Recommended Resource List
    6. Submission Checklist
    7. FAQs & Support

  7. What's Next?

    1. What’s Next: Preparing for Supervised Counseling

Supervised Counseling Practicum

  1. Prerequisite

    1. Prerequisite: Guidelines for Christ-Centered Biblical Care and Discipleship

  2. Welcome & Onboarding

    1. Lesson 1: Course Overview
    2. Lesson 2: Forms & Applications

  3. Case Reviews

    1. Lesson 1: Case Report Forms

  4. Audio Session Recordings

    1. Audio Recording #1
    2. Audio Recording #2
    3. Audio Recording #3

  5. Counseling Sessions

    1. First Milestone

      1. Counseling Session #1
      2. Counseling Session #2
      3. Counseling Session #3
      4. Counseling Session #4
      5. Counseling Session #5

    2. Second Milestone

      1. Counseling Session #6
      2. Counseling Session #7
      3. Counseling Session #8
      4. Counseling Session #9
      5. Counseling Session #10
      6. Counseling Session #11
      7. Counseling Session #12
      8. Counseling Session #13
      9. Counseling Session #14
      10. Counseling Session #15
      11. Counseling Session #16
      12. Counseling Session #17
      13. Counseling Session #18
      14. Counseling Session #19
      15. Counseling Session #20

    3. Third Milestone

      1. Counseling Session #21
      2. Counseling Session #22
      3. Counseling Session #23
      4. Counseling Session #24
      5. Counseling Session #25
      6. Counseling Session #26
      7. Counseling Session #27
      8. Counseling Session #28
      9. Counseling Session #29
      10. Counseling Session #30

    4. Fourth Milestone

      1. Counseling Session #31
      2. Counseling Session #32
      3. Counseling Session #33
      4. Counseling Session #34
      5. Counseling Session #35
      6. Counseling Session #36
      7. Counseling Session #37
      8. Counseling Session #38
      9. Counseling Session #39
      10. Counseling Session #40
      11. Counseling Session #41
      12. Counseling Session #42
      13. Counseling Session #43
      14. Counseling Session #44
      15. Counseling Session #45
      16. Counseling Session #46
      17. Counseling Session #47
      18. Counseling Session #48
      19. Counseling Session #49
      20. Counseling Session #50

  6. Digital Portfolio Compilation

    1. Portfolio Overview
    2. Background Check & Safety Training
    3. Church Letter of Recommendation
    4. BCA Diploma

  7. Resource Downloads

    1. Consent to Biblical Care and Discipleship Form
    2. Parental Consent to Counsel Minor Child
    3. Getting To Know You Form
    4. Guidelines for the Counseling Situation
    5. Case Report Form - Subsequent Meetings
    6. One-Week Reading Journal
    7. Daily Prayer Journal
    8. Sample Church Reference Letter
    9. Case Report Form - First Meeting

  8. Wrapping Up & Final Steps

    1. Lesson 1: Completing Your Portfolio
    2. Lesson 2: Preparing for the IABC Conference
    3. Lesson 3: Final Review & Next Steps
    4. Exit Survey

Your Next Step Begins Now

Ministering Servants are not shaped by psychology, but by Scripture, prayer, and Christ.


If the Lord has been stirring your heart to grow, to serve, to counsel His people, and to step into this work—this brief window may be your answer to prayer.

The church does not need more counselors trained in the theories of men.
It needs men and women trained in the Word, humbled before the cross, and dependent on the Spirit.

If that is what the Lord is shaping in you…
then take the step He is placing before you.

We’re here to walk with you—every step of the way.

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