If there is anything that needs correcting among Christians in general, and Christian counselors in particular, it is their use of poor terminology. When I say “poor terminology” I am not thinking of shoddy or pornographic language. I’m speaking of misidentifying truth by using language that belies biblical truth. The world has been working at …
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There is a grief that is biblical (1 Thess. 4:13), but it is different from that of the unbeliever. Why? Well, first of all, the believer who died has gained by his death (2 Cor 5), because he is now with Christ which is far better. Those believers he leaves behind grieve (he doesn’t), because …
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In making a decision it is always wise to check out what the Bible says about the matter. Often, you will find a direct, specific command: “You shall not commit adultery.” There will be no doubt in your mind as to what God’s will is in the matter. There are however many decisions about which …
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So often, people respond to others in ways that they wish they hadn’t. What should you do about it when you are the guilty party? Confess that you were wrong, and seek forgiveness. You should work toward reconciliation. See Matthew 5:23. But what if the person is not around, you never will see him again, …
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Irresponsibility. That’s one of the chief problems encountered in counseling. Did I say in counseling? In life in general! But if you find that there are many who are irresponsible in ordinary life, imagine how many irresponsible counselees there must be! Multiply the number by . . . . , and you’ll probably have it. …
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