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PODCAST

Speak The Truth

Mike Van Dyke & Shauna Van Dyke

A podcast devoted to giving biblical truth for educating, equipping, and encouraging the local church in counseling and discipleship.

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EP. 196 Missions Mini-Series: Biblical Counselling...

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2026/02/20

Biblical Counseling Africa: Equipping the Church for Gospel-Centered Care in South Africa and BeyondRecorded on the road at the Biblical Counseling Coalition Global Summit, this Speak the Truth podcast episode features interviews with Kyle Johnston and Jane Kratz from Cape Town, South Africa, about their ministry contexts and the growth of Biblical Counseling Africa. Jane shares how her husband’s death in 2012 led her to pursue a theologically rich approach to grief and loss, moving from

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30:00

EP. 195 Missions Mini-Series: Navigating Missions...

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2026/02/13

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 journey toward seeking to be a training center for biblical counseling in Scandinavia. Highlighting the interplay between personal struggles, theological training, and the missionary task, the conversation underscores the importance of practical

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20:01

EP. 194 Missions Mini-Series: Christ is Better...

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2026/02/06

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 planting churches in Mexico and internationally, including recent efforts in Panama and the United States. Kike also highlights the importance of training and equipping leaders through a culturally sensitive approach that emphasizes mutual care and

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30:53

EP. 193 Trauma Mini-Series: Responding to Crises in...

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2026/01/30

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 substance abuse and a life-changing car accident, which ultimately led him to faith and his current role as pastor at Salem Heights Church. They delve into addressing crises such as tragic accidents, sickness, adultery, abuse, and addiction, emphasizing the

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22:06

EP. 192 Trauma Mini-Series: Hebrews 12: Wisdom Adorns...

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2026/01/23

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 scriptural truths can address the impacts of trauma and shame. Kristin shares personal experiences and insights into helping individuals who feel unworthy or dirty on the inside by showing how God's promises beautify them. She discusses the importance of holding

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22:08

EP. 191 Trauma Mini-Series Avoiding Burnout: Caring...

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2026/01/16

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 professional factors that contribute to it, and effective strategies for prevention. Beth shares her personal experiences with burnout, the importance of recognizing red flags, and the critical role of self-care and spiritual refuge. The conversation also delves

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26:58

EP. 190 Trauma Mini-Series: Psalm 46:4–7 God's...

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2026/01/09

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 amid suffering and trauma. Curtis shares updates on his new ministry, the Sentinel Institute, which focuses on empirical research, resources, and reforms in biblical counseling. He also discusses his work at Boyce College and the Biblical Counseling

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29:55

EP 189 Trauma Mini-Series: Seeing Trauma through...

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2026/01/02

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 guidance for biblical counselors. Using Psalm 55, they explore how trauma affects individuals on an inner, outer, and interpersonal level, and how faith and Scripture can guide one through its challenges. The episode also provides practical advice for counselors

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28:05

EP. 188 Counseling Through God's Attributes - Holy:...

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2025/12/26

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 redemption, moral purity, and how it shapes believers' lives. The conversation includes reflections on pertinent biblical texts, such as Isaiah 6:3-7 and Hebrews 12:10, discussing the distinction between striving for holiness and avoiding legalism. Practical

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21:00

EP. 187 Counseling Through God's Attributes: The...

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2025/12/19

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 reflecting on God's unceasing love and faithfulness. They discuss practical approaches for integrating these truths into counseling sessions to offer hope and stability, especially during times of suffering. The episode also emphasizes the importance of bringing

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21:12

EP. 186 Counseling Through God's Attributes: God Is...

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2025/11/10

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 settings, drawing from Isaiah 41:10. They emphasize that God's always-present nature offers both comfort and conviction, reminding individuals they're never alone in their struggles. Shauna shares her personal journey as a biblical counselor, highlighting how

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29:33

EP. 185 Counseling Through God's Attributes:...

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2025/11/03

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's Attributes. Shannon shares her life transition from San Diego, California to Spartanburg, South Carolina and her career as a cytology lab manager. The conversation delves into the heightened anxiety and how biblical counseling can address it by focusing

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22:03

EP. 184 Counseling Through God's Attributes: God's...

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2025/10/27

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 episode not only delves into Ellen's background and her work in discipleship and counseling but also offers a practical guide for counselors on integrating the concept of divine comfort into their sessions. Ellen emphasizes the importance of understanding

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23:00

EP. 183 Counseling through God's Attributes – EL ROI:...

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2025/10/06

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 Roi), to guide counseling sessions. The conversation explores the significance of knowing God personally, using the story of Hagar from Genesis 16:1-14, and provides practical applications for counselors. The episode highlights the importance of helping

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25:35

EP. 182 Counseling through God's...

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2025/09/22

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 powerful tool in counseling, especially for individuals struggling with assurance, doubt, and trust issues. Jesse shares insights from his own ministry and counseling experiences, emphasizing the importance of scripture, singing, and practical assignments in

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49:20

EP. 181 Speak the Truth's Most Downloaded Episode...

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2025/09/08

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 growth assignment of Jeremiah 2:11-13 to expose functional idolatry with counselees, both in-session, and out-of-session.Episode Resource:Counseling Through Bible Narratives - ABC RES

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EP. 180 Most Downloaded Episode of 2024 - Unpacking...

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2025/08/25

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-defined narcissistic personality disorder and general cultural narcissism. The discussion emphasizes the importance of viewing such psychological labels through a biblical lens, considering self-absorption and selfishness as challenges addressed by the

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40:59

EP. 179 Most Downloaded Episode of 2023 – Reclaim...

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2025/08/18

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 on marriages, offering support for both the offending and hurt parties. They delve into the process of writing their books, sharing personal insights and struggles, and emphasize the importance of lament and genuine repentance. The discussion also covers

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46:12

EP. 178 Most Downloaded Episode of 2022: Freedom in...

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2025/08/11

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 scripture, specifically the story of Joseph from Genesis, to guide counseling practices. The conversation delves into themes of forgiveness, patience, and God's sovereignty in suffering, highlighting practical steps for counselors to apply in various

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29:10

EP. 177 Most Downloaded Episode of 2021: The Gospel...

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2025/08/04

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' series, they explore how biblical truths provide hope and guidance for individuals feeling the weight of the Christian life, uncertainty about salvation, bitterness, and more. They delve into issues like suffering, sin, lack of spiritual maturity, and the

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