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Biblical Counseling
Have you been struggling to find the answers to many of life’s issues? Maybe you have been attempting to make sense of the rising tensions in your relationships with your spouse, friends, child(ren), or family members? Possibly you have been wrestling with depression, anger, grief, or with troubles from your present or your past.
Restoring Hope can help you identify the root causes to many of your tensions. We offer biblical solutions to your broken relationships and unfulfilled life. With God’s guidance you can begin to overcome the things that have held you back from experiencing hope, healing, forgiveness, and freedom.
We believe that the Word of God contains all the answers to life issues. When we are faced with complex issues we turn to God and Godly counsel. Within a session we explore the issue that is presenting, identify all the people involved, realign our responses to God’s Word, and take the next step of healing. There are times that this is not a comfortable endeavor but it is a needful endeavor in order to walk in the newness of life.
We provide counsel on every aspect of life including: marriage, parenting, identity crisis, forgiveness, and many issues of the heart. We are members of the Association of Biblical Counselors.
Biblical Counseling is provided in person at Ontario Christian Church in Ontario, Ohio. Other venues include: online approaches, conferences, and short term help such as biblical intensives for couples who need a weekend or more to focus solely on moving forward.
Biblical Counseling & Life Coaching Testimonials
…hope, and that is a very powerful thing
The world offers a lot of solutions to different problems and issues that come into our lives. Honestly, some of those solutions are pretty tempting and in all likelihood, easier than applying Biblical truth to your situation. Restoring Hope offers just what it states- hope, and that is a very powerful thing. As a Christian, I know that truth is found in the scriptures, but when I am in such a bad place that I can’t even think straight, I need help. Restoring Hope offers that help. With solid, Biblical counseling, compassionate, loving hearts and true concern for you and your situation, they come alongside and help you breath again. They help you process and sort things out and keep moving forward. I am truly thankful for Restoring Hope.
“My marriage is living proof that miracles happen…”
“Our marriage suffered a lot, but now God has transformed us and taught us what it means to really have Him first, then to put each other above everything else, even our children. God restored our marriage and is still restoring and teaching us. There was a big mess of circumstances and struggles and to outsiders it seemed hopeless…even to us at times, but we have a BIG God who is faithful and able to bring hope and redemption to even the darkest places, when we seek His plan above our own.”
“My marriage is living proof that miracles happen…”
“God never left me, even when I strayed from Him. God continued to protect me by putting roadblocks on my path towards destruction. God never changed when I abandoned His truth, and He never has and never will change. His grace, mercy and love endure forever. God put prayer warriors in my life and He softened my heart to Biblical counseling. And most of all, God put an amazing woman in my life; a woman that shines with God’s love through compassion, understanding and lives as an example of Jesus’ forgiveness. Don’t give up! (Galatians 6:9) God will reward you for your obedience and your marriage will flourish in reconciliation…” (Part one)
“My marriage is living proof that miracles happen…”
…God wants to give us all an abundant life. (John 10:10) The great challenge in healing all broken marriages is for human will to truly become God’s will. My marriage is living proof that miracles happen and that abundant life can blossom in your current committed relationship.
(Romans 8:28) Have you tried everything?
Ask God to show you and He will. (James 1:5)”
(Part two)
Could your marriage use a tune-up?
GOD’S HOPE FOR YOUR MARRIAGE…
Why a marriage conference?
Are there areas of your marriage that you’d love to see improve? Maybe things are going ok, but they could get much better? Or, perhaps things are a little upside down in your relationship and you need to spend some time refocusing on what your marriage is all about? It’s time to move from survive to thrive in your marriage! Join us for this one day conference and give your marriage the focus it deserves.
You will experience teaching, interactions, laughter, and inspiration throughout the day that will encourage and enrich your marriage. This is for couples from newlyweds to those who have been together many years.
The conference is led by Steve & Kristina Broughton and the Restoring Hope Team. To book this one day conference for your venue click below and contact us. We look forward to spending a day growing in our marriages!
Married Life Conference Testimonials
“…a great way to tune up your marriage”
“The Married Life Conference is a great way to tune up your marriage, refocus your love, or even to rekindle the love that was once there. Restoring Hope has an amazing dedication to the sanctity of marriage and to people. My wife and I have been to three conferences, and each time something new challenges us in our marriage and in our faith. We are stronger together thanks to the Lord’s work through Restoring Hope and the Married Life Conference.”
“…especially learning the art of forgiveness.”
“My wife and I have been married for 37 years. Our marriage is strong but not perfect. The Married Life Conference with Steve Broughton was very helpful in reminding us to pay attention to the things that in time we begin to take for granted. I highly recommend it to anyone whether they are thinking about marriage, newlyweds, or those that have been married for a long time. You will find it very helpful in learning to communicate with each other in a positive way and especially learning the art of forgiveness.”
” …freedom to discuss the ideas presented in a way that was specifically relevant to us.”
“My wife and I attended the Married Life Conference a couple of years back. We both felt that the conference was well worth our time. Generally one may think that the only time to attend some sort of marriage retreat or conference is when there are perceived issues with your marriage. While this would be a great context to work through any issues that may be causing a marriage to derail, it is also beneficial for anyone who simply wants to be reinforced on what the right track is and to be given a nudge to have discussions with your spouse that will help you grow closer in your marriage. What we liked most was the opportunities we had to go off on our own and have some discussions on our own about the material covered. This time allowed us to have the freedom to discuss the ideas presented in a way that was specifically relevant to us. Whether you are a couple that is looking for a way to get your marriage healthy again, a couple that just wants to dedicate some time to spend together making sure your marriage is the best it can be or an engaged couple that wants to step out on the right foot, this conference is a valuable resource to help you continue in a God-honoring marriage.”
“If you’re looking for something to better in your marriage this is the place to go. “
“I’ve been married for 30+ years and have attended some really good marriage and family conferences over those years but the Married Life Conference hosted by Steve and Kristina Broughton is by far the best. Steve and Kristina Broughton really know their stuff and convey it in such an easy to understand method. The “break-out” sessions are what makes this conference stand out above the rest. God’s design for marriage is well conveyed by Steve’s presentation of God’s Word and Kristina’s hospitality makes everyone feel at home. These are two very talented people with a sense of humor and good listening skills, anyone would benefit from being in their presence. If you’re looking for something to better in your marriage this is the place to go.”
“…a good day to spend together with your spouse, and with the One that holds you together.”
We attended this conference at New Life Church of Christ in Bellville. It was a very educational and interesting conference. I think it only helped to strengthen our marriage. I would advise you to go, even if you think your marriage is great. It’s just a good day to spend together with your spouse, and with the One that holds you together.