In a recent four-part series, David Powlison answered the question, “What is Biblical Counseling?” (audio). He has also made available his lecture notes and two other related articles. This material would be good supplement to what Keith is doing in the Tuesday evening GBI “Biblical Counselor Training Class.”
Read More What is Biblical counseling?The concepts of encouragement and admonishing are related, but different. Those who are discouraged and those who need admonishing both need to hear the Word of God. They both need the truth spoken into their lives, though for different reasons. Those who are discouraged need to hear a message that might embolden them and give […]
Read More Sunday Leftovers (3/21/10)Meditating on the story of Moses and Jethro (Exodus 18), Jon Bloom meditates on how a godly man receives counsel and correction. “Moses: When God’s Direction Comes Through Correction” provides more insight than just how to receive correction, however. The article also serves to encourage those who give counsel about how to offer it in […]
Read More Giving counsel and receiving correctionTitle: In-Laws: Married with Parents Author: Wayne Mack Publisher: P & R Publishing, 2009; 48 pp. $4.99 (available in the GBC bookstore for $3) Recommendation (4-star scale): I have dozens of books on marriage and many more on men’s and women’s issues — how a man can be a godly husband and lead his wife […]
Read More Book Review: In-LawsGood stuff I’ve seen while meandering around the internet this week: Justin Taylor offers an overview of a number of recent articles in World on abortion The lead article on abortion in World by Marvin Olasky. CCEF (Christian Counseling & Education Foundation) has a new website, with additional resources, including articles, a blog, and audio […]
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