“Paul, even with the Corinthians with whom he experienced excruciating conflict, began his second letter to them by identifying with them. Ten times in five verses he repeated a form of the Greek word for “comfort” (2 Cor. 1:3-7). Think about that. When you are in conflict with people, is your first thought (and your […]
a deeper worship of Christ
“The end goal of Biblical counseling is worship—entrusting ourselves to God, exalting god, and enjoying Him (Matt. 22:34-40). The end goal is the process of launching a biblical counseling ministry should be the same—to shepherd Christians to a deeper worship of Christ. Launching a biblical counseling ministry isn’t a task to accomplish. It is a relationship—with God […]
Transformation starts with hearts
“The Bible has a theology of change, which we can summarize with one word: ‘Transformation.’ Transformation starts with hearts—changed leaders change people who change churches who change communities” (Robert Kelleman, Equipping Counselors for Your Church, p. 134).
Change
“We then discuss the implications that we can derive for change management. People mention applications such as these: Change takes an initiator. The initiator of change must be trusted. Change requires clear instructions. People can handle only so much change—don’t overload. Change takes energy and creativity. Change can be minor yet feel dramatic. Change can […]
I’ve planted a seed
Dr. Lawyer, I found your email address while looking through the website for Center for Biblical Counseling, and I’d like to ask your professional advice about a matter, if you don’t mind assisting a colleague. My question for you: what’s your approach when you encounter non-believers who are clearly in a Proverbs 1 crisis for […]
S.W.O.R.D. A Diagnostic Tool
S: Strengths—Identifying strengths: What have we done and are we doing well in Ephesians 4 ministry? W: Weaknesses—Recognizing weaknesses: Where and why do we need to improve in Ephesians 4 ministry? O: Opportunities—Picturing opportunities: How can we move toward robust Ephesians 4 ministry? R: Risks—Evaluating risks: What obstacles stand in the way of healthy Ephesians […]
The Message Is The Same
“Christ’s understanding, diagnosis, and prescription are the same. The people He engages, however, are incredibly different. This is why Jesus’ interactions—His personal ministry of the Word, His way of speaking and living gospel truth in love—are unique to each. He models for us that the message is the same, but the methods and means of […]
HOUSE RULES FOR GOD’S FAMILY
Be at peace with each other (Mk 9:50) Love one another (Jn 13:34) Be joined to one another (Ro 12:5) Be devoted to one another (Ro 12:10 Honor one another (Ro 12:10) Rejoice with one another (Ro 12:15) Weep with one another (Ro 12:15) Live in harmony with one another (Ro 12:16) Accept one another […]
Starting A Counseling Ministry
The wisest way to avoid these two ditches [moving too slowly, and not being prepared enough] is to follow an unhurried but steady pace, focused on organizing the organism. We have to be a community before we can reach our community. We have to minister to one another during the launch process if we want […]