A Definition for Biblical Counseling
Author: John Henderson
Category: Blog, Counseling, Ministry, The Gospel
Biblical counseling can be defined as a fluid event and process of a Spirit-empowered Christ follower providing face-to-face ministry of the Word to others. Biblical counseling is a process of focused discipleship. It is one aspect of discipleship. It is an aspect of discipleship focused on the application of God’s Word and walking in God’s...
Keep ReadingBecome an ABC Member for Countless Counseling Resources
Author: ABC
Category: Uncategorized
If you’re committed to sound counsel from the Word in your own life and the lives of others, become an ABC Member for countless counseling resources! If growing in your commitment to sound counsel from the Word is a goal for this New Year, consider becoming a member of the Association of Biblical Counselors. Our...
Keep ReadingFive Reasons to Read the Bible in 2017
Author: Paul Tripp
Category: Blog, Identity/Roles, Ministry, The Gospel
Rather than a reading plan or duty-bound checklist, here are five reasons to read the Bible to grow in your identity, understanding and hope in 2017! I’m sure by now that you’ve received multiple emails, social media ads, or push notifications encouraging you to start a Bible reading plan for 2017. Since it’s only days...
Keep ReadingNew Year, New Biblical Counseling Conference, Same Heart
Author: ABC
Category: Blog, Counseling, Ministry, The Gospel
It’s a New Year and a new Biblical counseling conference with the same heart to call all believers to grow in their practical ability to counsel the Word. Our team at the Association of Biblical Counselors is excited and grateful for the opportunity to gather this April 27-29th at the ABC National Conference. This new Biblical counseling...
Keep ReadingTop Biblical Counseling Books of 2016
Author: Bob Kellmen
Category: Blog, Counseling, Ministry, Non-Profit
Here, in alphabetical order, are the top 16 biblical counseling books published in 2016 about biblical counseling or important to biblical counselors. If you are a counselor, pastor, student, one-another minister, small group leader, or spiritual friend, you want to know the most helpful books about the personal ministry of the Word— using God’s Word...
Keep ReadingEvery Christian Should See a Counselor
Author: Pete Briscoe
Category: Blog, Counseling, Marriage, The Gospel
I believe every Christian should spend extended time with a counselor. Now, I know that’s a provocative statement, so let me explain. Years ago, I was listening to a message by a pastor I respect, and he was talking about how he and his wife go to counseling. So, I went home and told my...
Keep ReadingHelping Others Find Peace this Christmas
Author: Jeremy Lelek
Category: Blog, Counseling, Family, Relationships, The Gospel
For as bright as the holidays may be, it is equally dark for many, giving us the opportunity to live out our divine call to counsel in helping others find peace this Christmas! The holiday season is again upon us ushering in a seemingly magical transformation of social life. Celebration is the theme of the...
Keep ReadingLight Shines Brightest in the Darkness
Author: Greg Wilson
Category: Uncategorized
Those grieving loved ones lost, recovering from abuse, walking through a dark night of the soul and suffering in many ways have been given a great light. It’s really dark right now, but the street outside my house is well lit. Every house in sight from my house is trimmed with bright Christmas lights, and...
Keep ReadingAn Opportunity for Believers to Rest, Connect and Learn
Author: ABC
Category: Blog, Counseling, Non-Profit, The Gospel
Join us for the Association of Biblical Counselors’ 2017 National Conference, happening April 27-29 at Irving Bible Church in DFW! As believers in Jesus Christ, we are all Called to Counsel. We live in a fractured world full of broken and hurting people like ourselves who struggle with all sorts of issues day in and...
Keep ReadingThanksgiving Everyday
Author: Margaret Ashmore
Category: Blog, Relationships, The Gospel
“O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. O give thanks unto the God of gods: for his mercy endureth for ever. O give thanks to the Lord of lords: for his mercy endureth for ever.” – Psalms 136:1-3 While I appreciate the locution of our word...
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