Author: Jeremy Lelek

2024 ABC Ministry Update

2024 ABC Ministry Update

Posted by | Dec 16, 2024 | |

This week’s mini-series on the Grace and Truth Blog provides annual updates from a few of the major biblical counseling organizations. In this first article, Jeremy Lelek offers an update on the Association of Biblical Counselors. In other contributions to the series, Brian Stenson shares about the Christian Counseling and Education Foundation, Jeff Christianson gives an update on the International Association of Biblical Counselors, and Christine Chappell provides an update on the Institute for Biblical Counseling and Discipleship. Continue Reading →

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Recovering Hope Jeremy Lelek

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Recovering Hope Jeremy Lelek

Posted by | Jun 17, 2024 | , |

Post-traumatic stress disorder, a profoundly intense response to profoundly dangerous experiences, manifests itself in fear, terrifying vulnerability, and lack of a sense of control. While these responses are often involuntary, Jeremy Lelek reminds us that they are still responses . . . and, thus, different responses are possible. Here he relates the narrative of creation, fall, and redemption to the experiences of PTSD, reminding us that the gospel speaks to our experiences with danger as part of its redemptive message. He points to the wisdom of God in our suffering and reminds us of the saving grace offered by Jesus, guiding readers to the peace and contentment found in seeking God’s glory.

Sample Chapter: /sites/default/files/files/Sample chapter(1).pdf

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How The Mercy of God Flourishes in Suffering

Posted by | Oct 17, 2023 | , |

Reality, to a large degree, is constructed subjectively through the processes of the mind.  ”Facts” are perceived, variables of that perception shape an interpretation, and these interpretations ultimately serve to shape a person’s experiential reality.  By no means does this diminish the fact that objective, absolute truth exists, but it is important to recognize that this process of perception, interpretation, and conclusion has a significant impact on the way people experience life.  Understanding this can have a profound impact on helping people walk through difficult seasons of suffering.

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