In the insightful article “Essential Doctrines for Counseling” by Don Roy, featured on the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors’ website, the author delves into the foundational doctrines crucial for effective biblical counseling. These doctrines include salvation, sanctification, the biblical perspective on suffering, and the hope of future glory. Roy emphasizes that a profound understanding of…
In her article, “We Are All Late Bloomers,” Lauren Whitman from the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF) offers profound insights into the concept of spiritual growth and the common anxieties surrounding it. Whitman uses the metaphor of a garden to explore how our spiritual development often doesn’t follow the timeline we expect, reminding us…
In the insightful article “Is the Term ‘Control’ a Biblical Way to Describe a Seemingly Common Problem?” by Daniel Schubert, featured on the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors’ website, Schubert examines the concept of control through the lens of Scripture. He delves into how this prevalent issue, often described as “controlling” behavior, aligns with biblical…
In the article “Essential Doctrines for Counseling” by Don Roy, featured on the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors’ website, Roy outlines four key doctrines that are crucial for effective biblical counseling. These doctrines are vital for both counselors and counselees to understand as they navigate the complexities of Christian living and personal struggles. Understanding Salvation…
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Grief is an intrinsic part of the human experience, touching everyone at some point in their lives. In the article “Interpreting Grief According to God’s Truth,” Ace Espenshied of the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors delves into a Christian perspective on understanding and managing grief. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural references, Espenshied offers a profound…
In the bustling tapestry of church life, biblical counseling plays a vital role. As we seek to equip the saints for ministry, we must recognize that biblical counseling is not merely a program to add but a culture to cultivate within our local congregations. In this article, we explore the characteristics of a church where…
In the journey of faith, joy accompanies us as a precious companion—a sweet and delightful passion that arises from apprehending and feeling God’s goodness. Let us explore the essence of Christian joy and its transformative power. The Nature of Joy Joy opposes sorrow. While sorrow perplexes and casts down the heart, joy eases the mind, exhilarates the spirits,…
In the shadowed valleys of suffering, we find a blessed motto inscribed over the lintels of sorrow: “if need be!” These three simple words, like a soothing balm, accompany every arrow from God’s quiver. Let us explore the profound wisdom behind this divine declaration. The Unseen Purpose When afflictions descend upon us, we often grope…