CCEF Blogcast (CCEF)

Listen as Darby Strickland reads her blog titled “Winning Your Child's Heart with Winsome Words.” She considers the power of words and how we can use them as an invitation for our children to see God’s kindness. You can read the blog here.

Listen as Esther Liu reads her blog titled “A New Prayer for Anxiety,” in which she shares a time recently when she was moved to pray a different prayer in the face of anxious moments. You can read her blog here.

Listen as Mike Emlet reads his blog titled “Why We Give In to Temptation,” in which he considers our weariness in the face of temptation and offers motivation for turning to Jesus. You can read the blog here.

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Listen as Lauren Whitman reads her blog titled “Grace from the God Who Guards Your Life.” Lauren tells about a time she observed a lifeguard and how it reminded her of the God who stands ready to rescue and guard us, no matter how far we’ve strayed. You can read the blog here.

CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org.

Music: "Created by Design" by Cody Martin

Listen as Ed Welch reads his blog titled “They Call It Narcissism.” He highlights some of the hardships of being in relationship with someone with narcissism, and some of the strategies we can take to challenge and love them well. You can read this blog here.

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Listen as Ed Welch reads his blog titled “Good Cop, Bad Cop in the Home.” Ed discusses what it looks like to be united as husband and wife in parenting, for the glory of God and the good of each other and our children. You can read the blog here.

CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org.

Music: "Created by Design" by Cody Martin

Listen as Ed Welch reads his blog titled “Enduring in the Midst of Depression.” Ed reflects on the results of a survey on depression, highlighting the testimony of many saints who’ve clung to Jesus. Listen for some practical encouragement in the struggle of depression. You can read his blog here.

Listen as Mike Emlet reads his blog titled “An Open Letter to a Distressed Sufferer,” in which he seeks to encourage the downcast. You can read his blog here.

Listen as Darby Strickland reads her blog titled “Community: A Struggle to Fit.” Darby considers God’s good design for his people to live in community. You can read her blog here.

Listen as Ed Welch reads his blog titled “Become a Psalmist,” in which he invites us to speak honest words to the Lord, who is honored to hear what is on our hearts. You can read this blog here.

CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org.

Music: "Created by Design" by Cody Martin

Listen as Darby Strickland reads her blog titled "Courage through Comfort," in which she considers the foundation for our action—not our ability, but God’s trustworthiness. You can read the blog here.

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Listen as Todd Stryd reads his blog titled “Psalm 90 and ‘Doing the Best That I Can.’” Todd describes how this phrase is actually akin to praying that God would “establish the work of my hands.” You can read his blog here.

Listen as Mike Emlet reads his blog titled “Just-Around-the-Corner Spirituality.” Mike considers our tendency toward future thinking and discontentment. Instead, he advocates for today as the ideal context for Christian growth. You can read his blog here.

Listen as Ed Welch reads his blog titled “God Comes Close,” in which he reflects on God’s presence as the greatest reassurance to anxious people. You can read his blog here.

Listen as Lauren Whitman reads her blog titled “Forgiveness and Seeing the Father’s Smile,” in which she discusses our tendency to doubt whether God really does forgive us, completely and without hesitation. You can read this blog here.

Music: "Created by Design" by Cody Martin

Listen as Ed Welch reads his blog titled “When Your Mind Gets Stuck,” in which he considers one strategy for dealing with unwanted, persistent thoughts. You can read his blog here.

CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org.

Music: "Created by Design" by Cody Martin.

Listen as Aaron Sironi reads his blog titled “Sexual Intimacy in Marriage: A Joint Trust.” Aaron considers Paul’s words to the Corinthians about what it means to flourish in marital intimacy. You can read his blog here.

Listen as Mike Emlet reads his blog titled "Psalm 136 and the Blessing of Spiritual Speed Bumps," in which he considers how repetition and slowing down help us remember God's steadfast love. You can read the blog here.

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Listen as Lauren Whitman reads her blog titled “Glory Awaits Us: An Easter Reflection.” Lauren reflects on 2 Corinthians 5:17, which we can only understand through the Easter story. You can read this blog here.

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Listen as Lauren Whitman reads her blog titled “We Are All Late Bloomers,” in which she encourages the Christian who feels discouraged about their spiritual growth. You can read the blog here.

CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org.

Music: "Created by Design" by Cody Martin.

Listen as Aaron Sironi reads his blog titled “A Family Vacation, a Broken Transmission, and a God Who is With Us.” Aaron tells a story about a time he and his family went on a camping trip only to have their car break down. He shares what they learned about God’s care and presence. You can read his blog here.

Listen as Todd Stryd reads his blog titled ““He Knows All about It”: C. S. Lewis and Psalm 103.” Todd shares an excerpt from Mere Christianity that considers God’s compassion toward us, even in the face of temptation. You can read his blog here.

Listen as Darby Strickland reads her blog titled "Shepherding Children through Exposure to Pornography.” She considers ways to guide children through exposure to pornography, encouraging parents to speak into this area of their children’s need and bring orienting words of hope. You can read the blog here.

CCEF (the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation) exists to restore Christ to counseling and counseling to the church. To learn more about biblical counseling and to find more resources that mine the treasures of Scripture for the troubles of life, visit ccef.org.

Music: "Created by Design" by Cody Martin

Listen as Lauren Whitman reads her blog titled “What Does the Bible Say about Rest?” in which she explores the theme of rest told throughout the story of Scripture. You can read her blog here.

Listen as Esther Liu reads her blog titled “The Beauty of ‘I’m Trying.’” Esther considers how even our weakest efforts—if they are sincere—are beautiful to God. You can read her blog here.