2025 CoUnseling Conference

"The Armor of God in Biblical Counseling" Join us and our guest speaker: Dr. Stephen Yuille in order to learn how the Armor of God affects how we counsel others.
If you have any issues registering, please contact counseling@bclr.org.
Conference Schedule
Friday, October 31
5:15 pm
6:00
7:30
7:45
9:00
Registration/Check-in
Session #1
Break
Session #2
Dismiss for the evening
Saturday, November 1
8:30 am
9:00
10:15
10:30
12:00 pm
1:15
2:30-3:00
Continental Breakfast
Session #3
Break
Session #4
Lunch
Session #5
Q&A Time
FAQs
Who is this for? - This conference is open to everyone. For this conference, we will teach about the importance of the Armor of God for counseling. This conference will benefit those who counsel or disciple others regularly.
What is the deadline to register? - The last day to register is Friday, October 24.
Who is the speaker? - Our speaker is Dr. J. Stephen Yuille who is originally from Canada, but lives in Glen Rose, Texas. He is the Professor of Church History and Spiritual Formation at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Stephen loves the Puritans and has authored many books, two of which are "The Great Spoil" and "The Path of Life." He and his wife, Alison, have two daughters, Laura and Emma.
Can I invite friends? - Absolutely! All are welcome.
What does it cost? - The cost to register is $10.
Will there be food? - Yes! The cost covers a continental breakfast, lunch, and snacks throughout. We also plan to have some gluten-free options. Please make us aware of allergies on your registration.
I don’t attend BCLR. Can I still come? - Absolutely! The conference is open to anyone who believes they would benefit from learning what the Bible says about counseling others.
Will there be childcare? - Yes, we are working to provide childcare on Saturday. Due to the ratios required by our church's Child Protection Policy, childcare will be provided for BCLR Members only.
Will this count towards my ACBC Certification? - Unfortunately, no this is not an ACBC Certification event; however, the topic will be vital to your counseling ministry.
Will this event be recorded? - Yes, we plan to record.
Still have questions? Email Josie Staton at josie.staton@bclr.org.
What is the deadline to register? - The last day to register is Friday, October 24.
Who is the speaker? - Our speaker is Dr. J. Stephen Yuille who is originally from Canada, but lives in Glen Rose, Texas. He is the Professor of Church History and Spiritual Formation at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Stephen loves the Puritans and has authored many books, two of which are "The Great Spoil" and "The Path of Life." He and his wife, Alison, have two daughters, Laura and Emma.
Can I invite friends? - Absolutely! All are welcome.
What does it cost? - The cost to register is $10.
Will there be food? - Yes! The cost covers a continental breakfast, lunch, and snacks throughout. We also plan to have some gluten-free options. Please make us aware of allergies on your registration.
I don’t attend BCLR. Can I still come? - Absolutely! The conference is open to anyone who believes they would benefit from learning what the Bible says about counseling others.
Will there be childcare? - Yes, we are working to provide childcare on Saturday. Due to the ratios required by our church's Child Protection Policy, childcare will be provided for BCLR Members only.
Will this count towards my ACBC Certification? - Unfortunately, no this is not an ACBC Certification event; however, the topic will be vital to your counseling ministry.
Will this event be recorded? - Yes, we plan to record.
Still have questions? Email Josie Staton at josie.staton@bclr.org.
recommended books
10ofThose will be on site during the conference. Here are some book recommendations to look at for general counseling:
How to Handle Trouble by Jay Adams
Courage, Fighting Fear with Fear by Wayne Mack
Uprooting Anger by Robert Jones
Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave by Ed Welch
Good Mood/Bad Mood by Dr. Charles Hodge
The Christians Guide to Guidance by Jay Adams
Anxiety Attacked by John MacArthur
The Crisis of Caring by Jerry Bridges
Decision Making and the Will of God by Garry Friesen
Discipline of Grace by Jerry Bridges
The Freedom and Power of Forgiveness by John MacArthur
From Forgiven to Forgiving by Jay Adams
How Long, O Lord? by D. A. Carson
How to Help People Change by Jay E. Adams
How to Overcome Evil by Jay Adams
Spiritual Depression by Martyn Lloyd-Jones
The Enemy Within by Kris Lungaard
Trusting God by Jerry Bridges
The Vanishing Conscience by John MacArthur
If I am a Christian How can I be Depressed by Bob Sommerville
When People Are Big and God is Small by Ed Welch
Making Good Return: Biblical Wisdom on Honoring Aging Parents by Kathleen B. Nielson
Courage, Fighting Fear with Fear by Wayne Mack
Uprooting Anger by Robert Jones
Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave by Ed Welch
Good Mood/Bad Mood by Dr. Charles Hodge
The Christians Guide to Guidance by Jay Adams
Anxiety Attacked by John MacArthur
The Crisis of Caring by Jerry Bridges
Decision Making and the Will of God by Garry Friesen
Discipline of Grace by Jerry Bridges
The Freedom and Power of Forgiveness by John MacArthur
From Forgiven to Forgiving by Jay Adams
How Long, O Lord? by D. A. Carson
How to Help People Change by Jay E. Adams
How to Overcome Evil by Jay Adams
Spiritual Depression by Martyn Lloyd-Jones
The Enemy Within by Kris Lungaard
Trusting God by Jerry Bridges
The Vanishing Conscience by John MacArthur
If I am a Christian How can I be Depressed by Bob Sommerville
When People Are Big and God is Small by Ed Welch
Making Good Return: Biblical Wisdom on Honoring Aging Parents by Kathleen B. Nielson
Depression: A Stubborn Darkness by Ed Welch
How People Change by Timothy Lane & Paul David Tripp
Instruments Redeemer's Hands by Paul David Tripp
Help! My Child is Being Bullied by Tim Keeter
Whole Counsel The Public and Private Ministry of the Word: Essays in Honor of Jay E. Adams Edited by Donn R. Arms and Dave Swavely
Good and Angry by David Powlison
Heart of Anger by Lou Priolo
Getting a Grip: The Heart of Anger Hanbook for Teans by Lou Priolo
Anger: Calming You Heart (31-Day Devotionals for Life) by Robert D. Jones
Help! My Anger is Out of Control by Jim Newheiser
From Pride to Humility by Stuart Scott
If I'm a Christian, Why am I Depressed? by Robert Somerville
Out of the Blues: Dealing with the Blues of Depression and Loneliness by Wayne Mack
Grief: Walking with Jesus (31-Day Devotionals for Life) by Bob Kellerman
Loneliness: Connecting with God and Others by Lou Priolo
Finally Free by Health Lambert
Sexual Detox: A Guide for Guys Who Are Sick of Porn by Tim Challies
Help! He's Struggling with Pornography by Bryan Croft
Help! She's Struggling with Pornography by Rachel Coyle
Help! My Kids Are Viewing Pornography by Tim Challies
Help! I Want to Change by Jim Newheiser
How People Change by Timothy Lane & Paul David Tripp
Instruments Redeemer's Hands by Paul David Tripp
Help! My Child is Being Bullied by Tim Keeter
Whole Counsel The Public and Private Ministry of the Word: Essays in Honor of Jay E. Adams Edited by Donn R. Arms and Dave Swavely
Good and Angry by David Powlison
Heart of Anger by Lou Priolo
Getting a Grip: The Heart of Anger Hanbook for Teans by Lou Priolo
Anger: Calming You Heart (31-Day Devotionals for Life) by Robert D. Jones
Help! My Anger is Out of Control by Jim Newheiser
From Pride to Humility by Stuart Scott
If I'm a Christian, Why am I Depressed? by Robert Somerville
Out of the Blues: Dealing with the Blues of Depression and Loneliness by Wayne Mack
Grief: Walking with Jesus (31-Day Devotionals for Life) by Bob Kellerman
Loneliness: Connecting with God and Others by Lou Priolo
Finally Free by Health Lambert
Sexual Detox: A Guide for Guys Who Are Sick of Porn by Tim Challies
Help! He's Struggling with Pornography by Bryan Croft
Help! She's Struggling with Pornography by Rachel Coyle
Help! My Kids Are Viewing Pornography by Tim Challies
Help! I Want to Change by Jim Newheiser