Biblical Counseling Is Not Instant Oatmeal

Biblical Counseling Is Not Instant Oatmeal

From Keep the Heart by Francie Taylor

April 14, 2026 · 10 min · Season 6 · Episode 262

About this episode

This episode discusses the challenges and misconceptions surrounding biblical counseling and offers insights for improving its effectiveness.

Have you ever referred someone for biblical counseling and they said, “Oh I tried that and it didn’t work for me”? They may have had a counselor who was new, or who was untrained, or didn’t know how to apply scripture appropriately. This happens, but it is not always the case. If the person seeking counseling is expecting an “instant oatmeal” solution, they will be disappointed. Biblical counseling uses the Bible to bring solutions to the issues of life. Life has so many issues, and fortunately, the Bible has the answers. What biblical counseling does is it points a person to the all-sufficient Word of God to solve problems. This episode examines things that make biblical counseling less effective, along with suggestions to turn that around. Let’s consider four reasons why biblical counseling may not work, with a goal of improving the outcome. "Be Like Jesus" T-Shirt in a variety of sizes Seaside Treasures Framed Shell Art Rose Gold LeatherTouch KJV Bible Apply: Living What We Learn-A 31-Day Devotional Ponder the Path: A 31-Day Devotional by Francie Taylor FOR COUPLES: Rough Patches: Temporary Marital Tensions by Francie Taylor Support this podcast with a donation HERE Follow…

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Host: Francie Taylor

Topics covered

  • biblical counseling
  • spiritual guidance
  • scripture application
  • counseling effectiveness
  • Christianity

Keywords

  • biblical counseling
  • Christian counseling
  • spiritual solutions
  • scripture
  • counseling challenges

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