Counseling Bible

Accessing mindfulness is a therapeutic touchstone for a range of emotional issues, from mild distress to the treatment of trauma, but the term mindfulness has often left Christians wary. Stripped of Christlike spirituality, it sounds self-focused at best, and at worst like a fusion with modern pop-religions of the day. But the quality of mindfulness - of being fully present, aware of ourselves and our situation so that we can better respond to the chaos around us - is a profoundly biblical concept. And it can be used effectively by Christian counselors and healing practitioners.

The Pit of Sweet Providence is a groundbreaking guide to help people overcome their trauma through the truths of the Bible. With a Master's degree in Christian Apologetics and an earned Ph.D. in Christian Counseling, best-selling author, Dr. Nathan D. Thomas, guides the reader from a starting point of pain and confusion to the destination of victory and optimism. Built upon the foundation of the Doctrine of Providence, this guide examines the life of Joseph and the example of Jesus to help the reader understand how God can and does use even the darkest moments of our lives for His glory. ...

This book provides a few timeless truths that may help teens make better decisions for survival in an environment that is becoming increasingly violent. In other words, they should be made aware that they can "die before time" (Eccl. 7:17).

Are you struggling with mental or emotional pain? Find healing and peace through the transformative power of God’s Word. Jesus is not only our Healer in the physical sense; He also promises mental and emotional restoration. In this book, you’ll discover: 10 powerful daily affirmations for mental and emotional healing. Scripture-based affirmations to bring peace, strength, and hope. Healing prayers to help calm anxiety, fear, and confusion.Imagine waking up each day with a renewed mind and a healed heart! Experience inner peace as you meditate on God’s promises. Align your thoughts ...

Our desire to grow runs deep. Yet the issues in our lives and relationships that we wish would change often stay the same, even with our best efforts at spiritual growth. Unpacking the practical and passionate theology that forms the backbone of their counseling, Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend shatter popular misconceptions about how God operates to reveal how growth really happens.

Worship leader and recording artist Laura Story’s life took an unexpected turn when her husband, Martin, was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Their lives would never be the same. Yes, with God all things are possible. But the devastating news was that no cure existed to restore Martin’s short-term memory, eyesight, and other complications. The fairy-tale life Laura had dreamed of was no longer possible. And yet in struggling with God about how to live with broken dreams, Laura has found joy and a deeper intimacy with Jesus.

In this life-changing Bible study, John Eldredge distills a lifetime of wisdom into five practical and ready-to-implement practices for putting your life back together. These practices include: (1) the one-minute pause, (2) benevolent detachment, (3) practicing kindness, (4) getting outside, and (5) stepping back from technology. These practices, ready for the taking, will enable you to begin recovery, focus on what matters most, disengage from the tragedies of this broken world, and discover the restorative power of beauty.

A great gift for graduating seminary students! This book walks a new minister through officiating both weddings and funerals step-by-step, in great detail. Included are sample funeral sermons and order of service, along with pre-marital counseling sessions. Written by a minister with over 25 years experience officiating many weddings and funerals in diverse cultures, this guide will help a new minister officiate these important life events as if they were seasoned.

When people treat you wrongly, insult you, or are outright sinful to you, how do you react? Are you satisfied to hold grudges against those who wrong you, as long as they don't lead to action? Unfortunately, your decision to harbor bitterness is just as much of a sin as the one originally committed against you, and your reaction to others' sin is a spiritual battle you are called on to win.

Unbound is a Biblical counseling and discipleship tool to help people discover and live out true freedom in Christ. No matter the struggle, from simple to complex, God's word provides the only dependable guidance and help. Twelve Steps not working? Try the Biblical answer that has helped thousands. Struggling to grow in your faith? We hear every day. Every believer needs to do this program.

12 Questions God Asks Us In The Bible: Journaling Through Your Present, Problems, and Possibilities Life can be full of difficult questions, many of which seem to have no clear answer. Ever wondered why we are confronted with unsolvable challenges? Or who is posing these questions to us in the first place? Twelve Questions God Asks Us In The Bible is a Christian journal packed full of some of the most important questions we will face in life. Written by a counselor and prior pastor, this journal can be used as a devotional or simply as a guide to sorting through some of the challenges God ...

*** Heaven Is: A Visit to Heaven - NOW an AUDIOBOOK *** Search for ASIN: B08FVBPW75 - happy listening! This wonderful story is true evidence that Heaven exists! It comes with 3 full-color sketches! Read what Mister Ed Gaulden saw, heard, smelled, and touched while being given a guided tour of Heaven by an angel. Ed prayed to God to allow him to see Heaven, and God answered that prayer. Read how short his faith-filled prayer was! Heaven is beyond the imagination and man's knowledge. Ed reports that Heaven Is a joyful place to worship God, and that Heaven Is an abode to live in forever; ...

Unlock the Secrets to a Fulfilling Marriage! Are you ready to transform your marriage from ordinary to extraordinary? Look no further! In "The Big Book of Marriage," Dr. Scott and Leah Silverii offer profound insights, practical wisdom, and heartfelt encouragement to help couples navigate the beautiful journey of matrimony. What's Inside: 1. Healing Hearts, Restoring Bonds: - Discover how to mend wounds, forgive, and rebuild trust. - Learn powerful communication techniques to bridge emotional gaps. - Explore the art of vulnerability and emotional intimacy. 2. Thriving Together: - Dive into ...

What if you could see your marriage the way God does? When you navigate marriage through the world’s lens, it often leads to frustration and conflict. But what if you could look deeper—discovering God’s design for marriage and learning from those who have walked this journey before you? Through God’s Eyes: Marriage Lessons for Women invites you on an in-depth Bible study journey, exploring the stories of couples from Scripture. From Adam and Eve to Boaz and Ruth, you’ll uncover wisdom from couples who thrived and lessons from those who struggled. Each chapter offers insights that ...

The powerful testimonies of 11 widows of the Bible are brought to narrative life in lyrical, visceral prose that brings listeners deep inside the women's grief, strength, and faith. Full of both haunting and hope, Not Alone connects Biblical widows' voices in a chorus of commiseration that reminds us what it means to love - and what it means to live with God.

This accessibly written audiobook illuminates the good news of healing and liberation the Bible offers survivors of sexual abuse. As an expert in pastoral ministry and a survivor of abuse herself, Elaine Heath handles this sensitive topic with compassion and grace.

Summary Good News for Victims of Rape provides a biblical basis for counselors who are seeking to help female rape victims. It clears up common myths surrounding rape and gives insight into how this trauma impacts all aspects of their lives. Christ's transforming hope is shown through scriptural teaching about how He defines the victim and brings life out of evil. This book will help her to know and trust the Lord while living out who she is in Christ. Summary of editorial reviews Anne equips her readers with the wisdom, sensitivity, and theological finesse she has been employing in her ...

Where do I start? What do I look for? How do I progress? How do I know when I should stop? These questions are among the most common that have been asked regarding counseling. The thought that many have regarding counseling is that they are unqualified and need to appeal to someone they consider an expert. The appeal is better made to the Creator. From the very beginning of the Bible, we see God’s interaction with people and the process that He took to deal with the issues people encounter in this life. In “Learning to live the Gospel”, Dr. Carter lays out God’s counseling process ...

James 1:8 “A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.” I have been asked many times over the years how to deal with Bipolar Disorder. My first thought was always that the description of this issue is clearly expressed in the Bible as being double-minded and as a result, emotionally unstable. As you read this book, you will find that God addresses this issue in a very direct and helpful way. If you will follow the clear instruction of God’s Word, you can rid yourself of the drama that comes of emotional highs and lows. In this book, you will find out what causes these emotional ...

Bestselling author Larry Titus shares the timeless truths of manhood from the heart of a loving father. God intentionally made man with a powerfully specific purpose. Until men understand they are made to be purposeful, they may never come into God’s perfect completion. Complete Man is Larry’s revised edition of his, The Teleios Man: Your Ultimate Identity. This classic guide through manhood served as a cornerstone for Larry’s series of national Teleios Man conferences. Complete Man: Living the Life God Created for You is an honest conversation with someone you trust. Too many men ...