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20 Minute Christian Counselor

20 Minute Christian Counselor

Robb Oram

Immerse yourself in biblical counseling and practical wisdom with the 20 Minute Christian Counselor podcast, hosted by Pastor Robb Oram. With nearly 40 years of ministry experience, Robb brings together his pastoral knowledge and Christian counseling expertise to provide concise, faith-driven episodes designed to empower individuals, couples, and families in overcoming life's challenges and nurturing stronger relationships with God and one another.

Each 20-minute episode is rich with valuable guidance, biblically-based insights, and actionable advice, all aimed at helping you navigate life's complexities and deepen your faith. Join Pastor Robb Oram every other week for a refreshing dose of hope, encouragement, and transformative wisdom. Subscribe to the 20 Minute Christian Counselor podcast today and begin your journey towards a more fulfilling and Christ-centered life.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best 20 Minute Christian Counselor episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to 20 Minute Christian Counselor for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite 20 Minute Christian Counselor episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

20 Minute Christian Counselor - How Can I Change My Spouse?

How Can I Change My Spouse?

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12/31/24 • 21 min

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Are there some things you want to change about your spouse? Have you been trying to change them, and been unsuccessful? Is it even possible to change them? In this episode I address this complicated issue, and offer some very practical strategies you can immediately begin to implement to promote change.
Here are some key passages from the bible which provide specific instructions relevant to marriage relationships:
“Judge not, that you be not judged. For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you. And why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye, but do not consider the plank in your own eye? Or how can you say to your brother, ‘Let me remove the speck from your eye’; and look, a plank is in your own eye? Hypocrite! First remove the plank from your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye." (Matthew 7:1-5)
"Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others." (Philippians 2:3-4)
"...submitting to one another in the fear of God. Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is head of the wife, as also Christ is head of the church; and He is the Savior of the body. Therefore, just as the church is subject to Christ, so let the wives be to their own husbands in everything. Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her, that He might sanctify and cleanse her with the washing of water by the word, that He might present her to Himself a glorious church, not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing, but that she should be holy and without blemish. So husbands ought to love their own wives as their own bodies; he who loves his wife loves himself. For no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as the Lord does the church. For we are members of His body, of His flesh and of His bones. 'For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.' This is a great mystery, but I speak concerning Christ and the church. Nevertheless let each one of you in particular so love his own wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband." (Ephesians 5:21-33)


If you're interested in learning more about me, or to schedule a counseling appointment (either in person, or remotely using Zoom), or to arrange a speaking engagement, reach out to me at my website at www.robboram.com, or text or call me at (805) 312-8715.

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20 Minute Christian Counselor - Why Am I Suffering, and How Can I Get Through it?
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01/23/24 • 22 min

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Have you been through a tough season of suffering? Are you experiencing significant suffering right now? In this episode, I wrestle with why we suffer, and share realities about suffering that can help us get through it.
Some of the Scripture I reference in this episode:
“Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy” (1 Peter 4:12-13).
“And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose” (Romans 8:28).
“And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope” (Romans 5:3-4).
“For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow His steps” (1 Peter 2:21).
“And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, & establish you”
(1 Peter 5:10).
“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away” (Revelation 21:4).
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction...” (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).

If you're interested in learning more about me, or to schedule a counseling appointment (either in person, or remotely using Zoom), or to arrange a speaking engagement, reach out to me at my website at www.robboram.com, or text or call me at (805) 312-8715.

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In this episode, Robb defines boundaries, shares practical steps on how to develop boundaries as a couple, explains how to share your boundaries with your parents and in-laws, and addresses what to do when they won't abide by them.
Relevant Scripture references in this episode:
Genesis 2:24 ("leave and cleave")
Mark 3:31-35
John 2:1-10 (wedding in Cana)
Proverbs 25:17

If you're interested in learning more about me, or to schedule a counseling appointment (either in person, or remotely using Zoom), or to arrange a speaking engagement, reach out to me at my website at www.robboram.com, or text or call me at (805) 312-8715.

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In this episode, Robb helps identify abusive behaviors in a marriage, discusses unhelpful ways of responding to them, and provides practical steps to take to end the abuse.
Recommended resources:
"Desperate Marriages" by Dr. Gary Chapman
www.focusministries1.org
National Domestic Violence Hotline: (800) 799-7233
Note: During this episode, I accidentally reference Galatians 9:19-21. There is no Galatians 9! I meant to say Galatians 5:19-21.
Other biblical references I mention:
Psalm 11:5
Ephesians 4:31-32
Colossians 3:19
1 Peter 3:7
Ephesians 5:33
Matthew 11:28-30
Matthew 19:26

If you're interested in learning more about me, or to schedule a counseling appointment (either in person, or remotely using Zoom), or to arrange a speaking engagement, reach out to me at my website at www.robboram.com, or text or call me at (805) 312-8715.

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20 Minute Christian Counselor - How Can I Rebuild Trust in My Marriage?

How Can I Rebuild Trust in My Marriage?

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04/24/23 • 20 min

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In this episode, Robb talks about the importance of trust in a marriage, and shares the attitudes and steps which must be taken in order to rebuild trust when it has been broken.

If you're interested in learning more about me, or to schedule a counseling appointment (either in person, or remotely using Zoom), or to arrange a speaking engagement, reach out to me at my website at www.robboram.com, or text or call me at (805) 312-8715.

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20 Minute Christian Counselor - How Can I Get Over My Grief?

How Can I Get Over My Grief?

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03/31/23 • 22 min

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In this episode, Robb shares the stages and tasks of heathy grieving, and provides some practical steps you can take right now to help you move through this challenging inevitability of life.

If you're interested in learning more about me, or to schedule a counseling appointment (either in person, or remotely using Zoom), or to arrange a speaking engagement, reach out to me at my website at www.robboram.com, or text or call me at (805) 312-8715.

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20 Minute Christian Counselor - How Can I Be a Better Parent?

How Can I Be a Better Parent?

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03/29/23 • 24 min

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In this episode, Robb discusses three critical aspects to parenting, and shares practical steps you can take to grow and improve as a parent.

If you're interested in learning more about me, or to schedule a counseling appointment (either in person, or remotely using Zoom), or to arrange a speaking engagement, reach out to me at my website at www.robboram.com, or text or call me at (805) 312-8715.

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20 Minute Christian Counselor - Why Does God Allow Bad Things to Happen to Good People?
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03/22/23 • 18 min

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In this episode, Robb wrestles with this age-old question, challenging some underlying assumptions, and providing biblical responses.

If you're interested in learning more about me, or to schedule a counseling appointment (either in person, or remotely using Zoom), or to arrange a speaking engagement, reach out to me at my website at www.robboram.com, or text or call me at (805) 312-8715.

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20 Minute Christian Counselor - How Can I Heal From Being Hurt by the Church?
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07/07/23 • 26 min

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In this episode, Robb examines why being hurt by the church is so painful; he discusses six specific ways in which we can be hurt by the church; and, he shares some practical steps to take to begin to heal from these wounds.
Jesus' instructions on what to do when we feel someone has sinned against us can be found in Matthew 18:15-17.

If you're interested in learning more about me, or to schedule a counseling appointment (either in person, or remotely using Zoom), or to arrange a speaking engagement, reach out to me at my website at www.robboram.com, or text or call me at (805) 312-8715.

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20 Minute Christian Counselor - Why Do I Get So Angry, and What Can I Do to Stop Feeling This Way?
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12/11/23 • 22 min

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What makes you mad? How do you handle your angry feelings? Is it sometimes OK to get angry? What does God say about anger? In this episode, I examine reasons we get angry, I discuss "righteous" vs. "unrighteous" anger, and I share some practical strategies to help you better manage your angry feelings.
Some of the Scriptural references included in this episode:
“People with understanding control their anger;
a hot temper shows great foolishness.”

(Proverbs 14:29, NLT)
“Human anger does not produce the righteousness God desires.”
(James 1:20, NLT)
“But I say, if you are even angry with someone, you are subject to judgment! If you call someone an idiot, you are in danger of being brought before the court. And if you curse someone, you are in danger of the fires of hell.”
(Jesus - Matthew 5:22, NLT)
“Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger.”
(Ephesians 4:26, ESV)
“God is a just judge, and God is angry with the wicked every day.” (Psalm 7:11, NKJV)
“And when He had looked around at them with anger, being grieved by the hardness of their hearts, He said to the man, ‘Stretch out your hand.’ And he stretched it out, and his hand was restored as whole as the other.”
(Mark 3:5, NKJV)
“But when Jesus saw it, He was greatly displeased and said to them, ‘Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of God.’”
(Mark 10:14, NKJV)
“Whoever is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.”
(Proverbs 16:32, ESV)

If you're interested in learning more about me, or to schedule a counseling appointment (either in person, or remotely using Zoom), or to arrange a speaking engagement, reach out to me at my website at www.robboram.com, or text or call me at (805) 312-8715.

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How many episodes does 20 Minute Christian Counselor have?

20 Minute Christian Counselor currently has 37 episodes available.

What topics does 20 Minute Christian Counselor cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Christianity, Mental Health, Personal Development, Religion & Spirituality, Emotional Healing, Podcasts and Relationship Advice.

What is the most popular episode on 20 Minute Christian Counselor?

The episode title 'What Can We do to Have Healthy Relationships with our Parents and In-Laws as a Married Couple?' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on 20 Minute Christian Counselor?

The average episode length on 20 Minute Christian Counselor is 22 minutes.

How often are episodes of 20 Minute Christian Counselor released?

Episodes of 20 Minute Christian Counselor are typically released every 18 days, 6 hours.

When was the first episode of 20 Minute Christian Counselor?

The first episode of 20 Minute Christian Counselor was released on Mar 15, 2023.

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