Class 403
Marriages that Minister Counselor Cohort
Live or On-Demand
Equipping Biblical Church Counselors to Minister to Marriages
Marriage isn't just a personal journey—it’s a spiritual battlefield. And as a Biblical Church Counselor, you're called to guide others through the war zones of disappointment, dysfunction, and disconnection with biblical truth and Christ-centered hope.
Marriages that Minister Counselor Cohort 403 equips you to do just that.
This Counselor Cohort will challenge and prepare you to walk with others as they discover that marriage is not about making one another happy—but about reflecting Christ’s love for His bride, the Church. Through mentorship, role-play, case studies, and biblical application, you’ll learn how to help others pursue the divinely possible: marriages that minister.
Whether you join us LIVE or follow the ON-DEMAND cohort path, you’ll gain the theological grounding, practical tools, and spiritual discernment needed to counsel couples in the context of biblical community.
Who Is This For?
This course is designed for those pursuing the Biblical Church Counselor training track, or for current counselors, pastors, and ministry leaders who desire to disciple couples in a Christ-centered way. Participants should be familiar with the iProcess framework (identity in Christ, intimacy with Christ, and industry for Christ).
What You’ll Gain
- A biblical theology of marriage as a reflection of Christ and His Church
- Practice in real-life application through case studies and simulated counseling sessions
- Cohort-based support, feedback, and mentoring (LIVE or through guided reflection ON-DEMAND)
- Insight into the spiritual and relational blocks that hinder healthy marriages
- Skills to help couples adopt the iProcess as a path to growth and oneness
- Certificate of Completion (for LIVE participants pursuing counselor training)
Course Objectives
By the end of this cohort, you will be equipped to:
- Guide couples through the iProcess as a foundation for transformation in marriage
- Apply biblical principles to counseling conversations with wisdom and grace
- Facilitate heart-level change by helping others find Christ relevant to their relational struggles
- Encourage marriages that reflect the love, sacrifice, and unity of Christ and His bride
Format Options
🟢 LIVE Cohort: Join a dynamic group of counselor trainees for weekly mentoring, discussion, and practice in real time. Participation includes interactive role-plays, live feedback, and certification toward Biblical Church Counselor training.
🟡 ON-DEMAND Cohort: Learn at your own pace with access to recorded mentor sessions, case study materials, and practical tools for spiritual formation and counselor development. Perfect for flexible schedules or refresher training.
Choose the Marriages that Minister Counselor Cohort 403 BUNDLE to receive the eBook, video course (203), Class Cohort (303), and Counselor Cohort (403) access.
Prerequisite
Completion of iProcess (Class or Cohort) is strongly recommended. The Marriages that Minister Counselor Cohort builds on the iProcess framework and assumes a working knowledge of identity in Christ, intimacy with, and industry for Christ.
Kirk and Melanie Lewis
For over 40 years, we have sought to create a marriage that ministers. Of course, we have not always been successful, but our goal is to glorify God in all we do.
It is a daunting task that God has given us to be a portrait of Christ and His bride, the church. How are you doing with that? It's a great mystery that we have tried to solve for decades!
Marriages that Minister will challenge you to think differently about your marriage. We are not talking about what can be accomplished by human effort. It is an invitation for you to participate in what is humanly impossible yet divinely possible.
Join us as we together weave to create a masterpiece marriage.
Testimonials
Here's what others are saying about Marriages that Minister.
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While learning this material for Biblical Church counseling, I was also learning how to apply this in my marriage. I struggled mightily! The Lord opened my eyes and heart to Kirk & Melanie’s teaching through Marriages That Minister and to the idea of connecting intimately with Christ, who enables my heart to produce His love for my spouse. The enemy would constantly try to have me look at all of the years that I had failed in my marriage to love my spouse with the genuine and authentic love of Christ.
It was a roller coaster ride of emotions, to say the least, but one that I would encourage you to take! The Lord has brought me to a place of rejoicing by helping me to see that Marriages That Minister teaches us God’s standards for marriage that will enable us to live out the privilege that it’s meant to be. This course has started me on a journey of how to discontinue applying my own standards to this beautiful relationship called marriage, which God designed to show His Son’s love to the world!
I recommend this course to anyone consistently frustrated, disappointed, resentful, and discouraged in their relationships with others. Marriages That Minister emphasizes the most crucial relationship that exists, our intimate and personal relationship with Christ, which makes all other relationships possible. —Theresa
Marriages that Minister is full of truths from God’s Word that will transform your heart and mind. Throughout this course of learning to use these tools to help others grow, I have become more solidified in my identity in Christ and have thus grown in my walk with Him. Because these truths have made such an impact on my life, I find that I am passionate to share them with others. This course has given me the tools to be able to do this. Not only will this course change the way you relate to God and others, but it will also give you exactly what you need to encourage others to grow in Christ. Marriages that Minister is full of truths from God’s Word that will transform your heart and mind. Throughout this course of learning to use these tools to help others grow, I have become more solidified in my identity in Christ and have thus grown in my walk with Him. Because these truths have made such an impact on my life, I find that I am passionate to share them with others. This course has given me the tools to be able to do this. Not only will this course change the way you relate to God and others, but it will also give you exactly what you need to encourage others to grow in Christ. —Jennifer
The Marriages That Minister Counselor Cohort brings tangible experience to this truth, “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 so that we will be able to comfort those who are in any affliction with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.” (2Cor. 1:3-4 NASB) Giving godly counsel to someone whose marriage needs God’s comfort is only possible through experiencing God’s comfort within the various trials of one’s own marriage. Seeing the hurt in someone’s life and having a strong desire to help demands we have a practical understanding of God’s design for marriage. This understanding flows from having experienced God’s comfort within the crucible of marital trials. Oh, the blessings that come from finding how God’s truth, applied to our lives in the midst of trial, brings in peace!! It is the experience of His grace and peace that equips and compels us to help others in need. If you have experienced the grace and peace of God on this level in your marriage and long to share it with others, then this cohort is must! However, you should be prepared for the Lord to challenge and grow your practical understanding of marriage in the process. I often found myself struggling to understand and apply to my life the very thing God was leading me to share as the solution to crisis in someone else’s life. All praise to our merciful and gracious God whose love never fails!! —Kevin
What a great class for those who want to counsel with married couples, improve their own relationships, or learn more about what a biblical marriage looks like according to God. Thank you for this opportunity. —Misty
Frequently Asked Questions
When will this class be offered?
Marriages that Minister Counselor Cohort is always available through the On-Demand format. However, if you with to participate in the next Marriages that Minister LIVE Counselor Cohort 403, please let us know.
Is Marriages that Minister LIVE Counselor Cohort 403 eligible for a Certificate of Completion?
A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to those who complete all the lessons and certify that:
- I have read all of Marriages that Minister.
- I have watched all the Marriages that Minister videos.
- I have actively participated in the LIVE cohorts.
- I have not missed more than two Counselor Cohort sessions.
- I left a review COMMENT.
A Certificate of Completion is necessary for anyone interested in completing the Biblical Church Counselor training. But it's also nice for anyone who wants to feel accomplished!
What if I purchased the wrong course?
If you purchased the wrong course, please Contact Us as soon as possible so that we may refund your money and get you signed up for the right course.
What is the refund policy?
In general, all students purchasing content within Teachable are entitled to a 14-day refund from the date of purchase.
Is there a minimum class size?
LIVE cohorts have a minimum class size of five. If less than five people sign up for the class, your money will be refunded. However, courses that do not include LIVE cohorts do not have a minimum class size.
Do I get access to past sessions if I join a live class?
Yes! When you join a LIVE Marriages that Minister class, you’ll also receive access to recorded sessions from previous years of cohorts—giving you even more insight, encouragement, and examples to support your growth.
Can I access my class on my phone?
Teachable does offer an iOS app.
How can I contact you?
Feel free to email us at [email protected].
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