(318) 734 8747
Request an Appointment
(318) 734-8747
Request an Appointment
Walking with you through

Life & Relationships

“Helping individuals, marriages, and families
find hope and direction through the truth of God’s Word.”

It is a privilege to walk alongside people during difficult seasons of life. My desire is to help individuals, marriages, and families find hope, wisdom, and direction through the truth of God’s Word and the hope of the gospel.

Call for book an appointment
(318) 734-8747
Book Online
Walking with you through

Life & Relationships

“Helping individuals, marriages, and families
find hope and direction through the truth of God’s Word.”

It is a privilege to walk alongside people during difficult seasons of life. My desire is to help individuals, marriages, and families find hope, wisdom, and direction through the truth of God’s Word and the hope of the gospel.

Call for book an appointment
(318) 734-8747
Book Online
My story

Ministry Experience

1999

Michael began serving in church planting ministry and local church leadership, developing a passion for discipleship, worship ministry, and helping people follow Christ.

2001

Michael entered youth ministry leadership at Crossroads Ministry Centre, investing in students, families, teaching, and discipleship. During this season, he also began a pastoral ministry internship, growing in biblical teaching, shepherding, and ministry leadership.

2004

Michael attended Nelson University to study Church Planting and Revitalization while preparing for pastoral ministry. During this season, he served in multiple church planting internships throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth area, gaining hands-on ministry and leadership experience.

2006

Michael planted a church and served as a lead pastor in South Louisiana for the first time, focusing on biblical teaching, discipleship, and building a healthy church community. During this season, God continued shaping his heart for pastoral ministry and caring for people through everyday life struggles.

2010

Michael continued serving in pastoral leadership in Shreveport, Louisiana, while also investing in Christian education and student development. During this season, God deepened his passion for discipleship, teaching Scripture, and helping families grow in their faith.

2015

While serving as a Lead pastor in Pineville, Louisiana, Michael spent years counseling, mentoring, and walking with people through difficult seasons of life and faith. God used these experiences to deepen both his compassion and dependence on Scripture.

2019

Following a painful season of divorce and personal loss, Michael walked through a season of healing, spiritual growth, and renewed dependence on Christ. During this time, God used Scripture, suffering, and discipleship to deepen his compassion for others and his passion for biblical counseling.

2023

In a season marked by both restoration and suffering, Michael remarried and also faced a battle with cancer. Through it all, God deepened his dependence on Christ and strengthened his compassion for those walking through hardship and uncertainty.

2025

Michael founded Cornerstone Biblical Counseling to provide compassionate, Christ-centered care rooted in the sufficiency of God’s Word and the hope of the gospel.

Present

Michael and his wife, Tara, are actively involved at Norris Ferry Community Church, where Michael serves on the worship team, helps lead a community group, and has taught core classes. Together, they are committed to building a Christ-centered home and investing in the life of the local church.

My story

Ministry Experience

1999

Michael began serving in church planting ministry and local church leadership, developing a passion for discipleship, worship ministry, and helping people follow Christ.

2001

Michael entered youth ministry leadership at Crossroads Ministry Centre, investing in students, families, teaching, and discipleship. During this season, he also began a pastoral ministry internship, growing in biblical teaching, shepherding, and ministry leadership.

2004

Michael attended Nelson University to study Church Planting and Revitalization while preparing for pastoral ministry. During this season, he served in multiple church planting internships throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth area, gaining hands-on ministry and leadership experience.

2006

Michael planted a church and served as a lead pastor in South Louisiana for the first time, focusing on biblical teaching, discipleship, and building a healthy church community. During this season, God continued shaping his heart for pastoral ministry and caring for people through everyday life struggles.

2010

Michael continued serving in pastoral leadership in Shreveport, Louisiana, while also investing in Christian education and student development. During this season, God deepened his passion for discipleship, teaching Scripture, and helping families grow in their faith.

2015

While serving as a Lead pastor in Pineville, Louisiana, Michael spent years counseling, mentoring, and walking with people through difficult seasons of life and faith. God used these experiences to deepen both his compassion and dependence on Scripture.

2019

Following a painful season of divorce and personal loss, Michael walked through a season of healing, spiritual growth, and renewed dependence on Christ. During this time, God used Scripture, suffering, and discipleship to deepen his compassion for others and his passion for biblical counseling.

2023

In a season marked by both restoration and suffering, Michael remarried and also faced a battle with cancer. Through it all, God deepened his dependence on Christ and strengthened his compassion for those walking through hardship and uncertainty.

2025

Michael founded Cornerstone Biblical Counseling to provide compassionate, Christ-centered care rooted in the sufficiency of God’s Word and the hope of the gospel.

Present

Michael and his wife, Tara, are actively involved at Norris Ferry Community Church, where Michael serves on the worship team, helps lead a community group, and has taught core classes. Together, they are committed to building a Christ-centered home and investing in the life of the local church.

Read my blog

Latest Articles & Tips

Biblical Counseling Family Marriage Relationships
May 15, 2026 0Comments
Share
Do You Know Why Do Unhappy Couples Stay Together?

For most people, marriage is an enriching experience. Yet we all know couples that are deeply unhappy but still remain together. Why? This post explores the reasons behind that tension—and how, through biblical truth and intentional change, even struggling marriages can find real hope and renewal.

Read more
Biblical Counseling Family Marriage Relationships
May 15, 2026 0Comments
Share
30 Simple, Everyday Ways to Make Your Marriage Stronger

Strong marriages aren’t built on big moments, but on small, daily choices. This post shares 30 simple, practical ways to strengthen your relationship—through communication, kindness, and Christ-centered habits that build lasting connection and unity over time.

Read more
What to Expect

Biblical Counseling Approach

Biblical counseling provides an opportunity to honestly examine the struggles, thoughts, desires, and life circumstances affecting your heart and relationships through the truth of God’s Word. Together, we will seek to understand not only outward behaviors but also the deeper heart issues, spiritual influences, and patterns of thinking that shape them, while pursuing lasting hope, freedom, healing, and transformation through Christ.

Hope and help from God’s Word

Common Areas Where Biblical Counseling Can Help

    • Marriage conflict, separation, or rebuilding trust
    • Parenting, family, or relationship challenges requiring biblical wisdom
    • Grief, suffering, depression, or seasons of discouragement
    • Struggles with identity, spiritual growth, or destructive patterns
    • Anxiety, fear, stress, or overwhelming life pressures
Make an Appointment
What to Expect

Biblical Counseling Approach

Biblical counseling provides an opportunity to honestly examine the struggles, thoughts, desires, and life circumstances affecting your heart and relationships through the truth of God’s Word. Together, we will seek to understand not only outward behaviors, but also the deeper heart issues, spiritual influences, and patterns of thinking that shape them, while pursuing lasting hope, freedom, healing, and transformation through Christ.

Hope and help from God’s Word

Common Areas Where Biblical Counseling Can Help

  • Marriage conflict, separation, or rebuilding trust
  • Parenting, family, or relationship challenges requiring biblical wisdom
  • Grief, suffering, depression, or seasons of discouragement
  • Struggles with identity, spiritual growth, or destructive patterns
  • Anxiety, fear, stress, or overwhelming life pressures
Make an Appointment
Contact me now

Do You Have a
Question?