Author: Jeremy Lelek

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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God’s Glory In Word AND Deed

Posted by | Aug 30, 2023 | , |

Is biblical counseling exclusively about passing along theological information from one person to another?  As practitioners of God’s Word are we to only occupy ourselves with doctrinal understanding or scriptural application as it regards the sin and sufferings of others?  While theology and doctrinal acuity are essential components of biblical counseling, wisdom guides us to understand that,

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When We Counsel God’s Words

Posted by | Aug 16, 2023 | , |

Biblical counseling requires impeccable stewardship.  It is a practice in which we, as counselors interpret and apply sacred truth to hearts often ravaged by the relentless presence of sin and suffering.  This is a profound responsibility.  Misapply or misinterpret the divine treasures of God’s Word and hearts are not mended, but tragically wounded.  Even worse, […]

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The Glory of Christ: “Our Bottom Line” As Counselors

Posted by | Aug 9, 2023 | , |

Have you ever sat with someone struggling with extreme issues; problems that would likely garner such diagnoses as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, or Pedophilia from a psychiatrist or psychologist?  If you have had the opportunity to work with individuals struggling at such a severe level, then you likely know the process of counseling can be challenging, even confusing. 

For individuals wrestling with such chronic issues, the hope of change can often feel

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