April 6, 2026: “Counselors across the United States are breathing a sigh of relief this week following the Supreme Court’s decision in the Chiles case. This ruling is not only a legal victory, but a moral one, affirming counselors are free to speak truthfully and practice in obedience to the unchanging God, not shifting cultural pressures.
For too long, faith-based counselors have been told to remain silent where Scripture speaks clearly. This ruling rightly protects their ability to offer care rooted in biblical truth. Just as importantly, it safeguards the rights of clients who are seeking clear, convictional and unashamed counseling that does more than affirm feelings. No one should be denied the opportunity to receive care that aligns with their faith and convictions.
An important precedent has been set for counselors offering care shaped by a biblical worldview, just like ours at Lifeline Children’s Services. Whether addressing identity, marriage, parenting, life, self-harm, addiction, or suffering, counselors must be free to point clients to the healing, restoration and truth found in Christ alone.
This is about more than professional freedom. It is about faithfulness and the freedom to speak the truth in love, to uphold God’s design, and to serve clients with integrity. That is good news not just for counselors, but for individuals and families across the nation.”
– Herbie Newell
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