Cutting is a form of self-harm that, at its core, is rebellion against God. There’s hope: Jesus. Cutters are rescued in God’s kingdom! This article by pastor Pastor Deepak Reju appeared first here on Biblical Counseling Coalition’s website and is used with permission. Sally sat across from me and uttered it for the ten thousandth time, “I hate myself.” Though … Read More
Help for Compassion Fatigue
Compassion fatigue can tire a biblical counselor and sideline him or her. The good news is compassion fatigue is largely preventable. This article by Joshua Waulk, director of Baylight Counseling, appeared first here at Biblical Counseling Coalition‘s blog and is used with permission. During my law enforcement career, my comrades and I were repeatedly instructed to use caution when responding … Read More
Abuse: What’s a Counselor’s Duty?
When a counselee confides abuse — physical or sexual — what should the biblical counselor do? Every secular counselor is a mandated reporter of abuse, which means they must report it to the authorities. If this applies to secular counselors, how much more it applies to biblical counselors! This article by Julie Ganschow appeared first here on the Biblical Counseling … Read More
Salvation: The Key to Counseling
A counselee’s salvation is fundamental to effective counseling. The Holy Spirit brings about real heart change in the hurting person. Written by Ed Hines, this article was originally posted on the Faith Biblical Counseling Ministry’s blog, and is republished with permission. We understand that God, working through the Holy Spirit, is the one who brings about change in people’s hearts. (Ephesians 4:22-24]. … Read More
PAIN: A Path to Proclaim Christ
Who wants pain? No one! Yet pain provides permission to proclaim the gospel. Guest writer Heidi Jo Fulk tells how God used her pain — a brain tumor at age 23 — to proclaim Christ. . .like the apostle Paul. Heidi’s article appeared first here on Revive Our Hearts and is used with permission. Pain in all its forms often … Read More
Emotions: Powerful and Revealing!
Emotions are powerful and they reveal what you value and desire. In this article by Dr. Donna Hart, PhD, which first appeared here on her website, you will dig deep into the meaning of your emotions. When I ask the question, “what are emotions,” the answer I often get is that they are feelings. They are a great deal more than … Read More
The Worst Question to Ask
What is the worst question a counselor or spiritual friend can ask a person? Julie Ganschow, executive director of Reigning Grace Counseling Center, shares the worst question as well as some great questions that help you help others. The article appeared first appeared here on her blog and is used with permission. In our Biblical Counseling training program, our students … Read More
Overcoming ‘Killer’ Control
Has a desire to control infested your heart? How to “kill” your longing to control. Guest writer Lee Lewis looks at the expression of control and shares truths to overcome control with the gospel. His article appeared first here on the Biblical Counseling Coalition blog and is used with permission. Pride in the human heart longs for control, and there … Read More
Transgender Q&A: Is She a Boy, Mom?
Transgender Q & A: “Is she a boy, Mom?” — this was a real question that a real 9 year old asked his mom. Answering kids’ questions about transgender policies at schools, stores, and elsewhere is your new reality, Mom and Dad (and grandparents). What should you say? How should you say it? What is “speaking the truth in love” when … Read More
