EP. 158 Who is the Association of Biblical Counselors Part 2: The Heart of ABC W/Jeremy Lelek

The Heart of ABC: Mobalizing the Local Church in Equipping the Saints for Ministry 

In this episode, the hosts discuss the upcoming ABC Call to Council conference, highlighting its unique track-based structure featuring plenary sessions by renowned speakers such as Paul Tripp, Jeremy Pierre, and John Henderson. They explain the heart of ABC, focusing on its mission to enlist, equip, enrich, and encourage believers to apply the gospel to all aspects of life. Distinctives of ABC's certification process, including its emphasis on the sufficiency of scripture, the autonomy of the local church, and practical training through the Equip2Counsel curriculum, are elaborated upon. The episode underscores the importance of equipping the saints for ministry within their local church contexts and the broader community.

00:00 Conference Announcement and Registration Details
01:47 Introduction to Speak the Truth Podcast
03:04 Who is ABC? Exploring the Heart and Mission
04:14 ABC's Mission and Vision Explained
05:32 The Importance of Enlisting and Equipping
07:06 ABC's Certification and Training Programs
09:44 Distinctives of ABC's Conference and Certification
26:45 Growth and Impact of ABC's Training Centers