Spiritual Counseling

In the wilderness, Satan tempted Jesus in the most unlikely ways - through independence, religion, and success. The enemy's goal for us is the same, convincing us to enjoy the gifts of this world while making the Giver optional in our quest for life. But by learning to live in the Spirit, lies are exposed, and moments of temptation are turned into powerful displays of conviction and character, bringing us closer to Jesus and who we are to become.

Too often we think and teach in ways that reinforce a mind-body split. This can lead people to self-alienation, impeding holistic, healthy relationships between people, God, and each other. Body Connections takes a different approach, teaching us to see the connections between our embodied experience and faithful spiritual care.

Are you ready to move from glory to glory? In Lisa Schwarz’s previous book, Enforcing You, she leads you through mastering your design in Christ. Enforcing Purpose is the next step and will plunge you into truths of discovering and enforcing your purpose. Actively learn how to apply resurrection power to your dreams and pull your God-given purpose into your reality. Enforcing You is written from a counselor's perspective (past to present), but Lisa creatively approaches Enforcing Purpose from a coaching perspective (present to future). Are you ready to step into what you are designed to ...

When the storms of life blow in unexpectedly, wreaking havoc and leaving a trail of destruction, why does one person fall apart while another perseveres and even finds a deeper sense of purpose afterward? In Beyond the Storm, Debra Morton reveals why, providing the techniques and strategies that helped her and many others not only survive but also thrive, even in the most painful of circumstances.

Has suffering crushed you? Does God even care? Do not live defeated by suffering: allow God to use this audiobook to guide you on your journey to victory. Packed with Scripture, this book can transform your view of hardships and revolutionize how you handle adversity. This audiobook emerged from Celeste Li's experience with her beloved patients with HIV and AIDS, and from her own battles with adversity.

Whether you’re struggling to make anything work in your youth ministry or finding that most things are clicking along, this book will help you develop a practical theology—to ask what is happening, what should be happening, and how you can make it happen. Each chapter is followed by discussion questions to help you process in a group or on your own.

Here is practical guidance for church leaders who desire to free their people from the grip of inauthenticity, which hinders spiritual and emotional growth and maturity. It is a challenge to live differently by telling the truth about who you are, and to provide opportunities for others to do the same.

Unmasking the Mask: The Spiritual Battle Behind Mental Illness brings together the secular and biblical perspective on mental illness. Paul talks about the spiritual struggle, which involves two kingdoms. You will find that Unmasking the Mask will expose the enemy behind mental illness. You will discover holistic ways that may reverse or help you manage mental health.

Nearly everyone has someone in their circle of acquaintances who struggles - an out-of-control friend or relative whose habits or relationships are in chaos. Is there any hope, or is he or she doomed to self-destruction? Pastors Rob Cowles and Matt Roberts say God is equal to the challenge!

In this easy-to-listen yet powerful book, Charlene takes you through five practical steps on employing your hope skills. There is exploration through subjective and dictionary definitions of hope before introducing the steps of this indistinct skill. In addition, we will journey through ways that hope can be stolen and, conversely, how we can sustain or reinforce our hope through action even during trying times.

What happens when you deconstruct your faith? Aside from all the theological messiness it brings, deconstruction brings with it a lot of personal trauma. Friends and family often distance themselves. Your church sometimes removes you from the pews. And often, you are left with nothing. Enter Michelle Collins' debut book, Into the Gray: The Mental and Emotional Aftermath of Spiritual Deconstruction. Far from a "how-to" guide, this book is much more "pastoral" in that it allows the listener to check in with a fellow spiritual sojourner.

HEALING INSIGHTS FOR GRIEVING COUNSELORS Are you a counselor or mental health professional with a passion for helping others, yet you have recently experienced a season of grief and loss? In “Counselors Grieve, Too – 22 Wisdom Keys for Your Replenishment Journey,” I will share 22 wisdom keys from my personal replenishment journey. These insights are designed to help you heal as you surrender and find replenishment in the presence of the Lord.

As a devout Christian, you may have experienced life's challenges and wondered why your unwavering faith hasn't shielded you from the storms. If you've prayed, fasted, and been active in your church but feel like something's missing, this book is your answer!" Saved but Struggling, Well but Wounded" offers a path to change. Inside these pages, you will embark on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth, uncovering invaluable insights such as Biblical Guidance: Explore the profound biblical support for prayer and seeking Godly counseling in times of trouble.

Belonging offers a fresh perspective on common grace, leading us out of self-destructive narcissism and into whole and healthy relationships with God and others.

Cartea lui M. Scott Peck, medic psihiatru cu o îndelungată experienţă în psihoterapie, vorbeşte despre lucruri fundamentale legate de evoluţia actuală a umanităţii: gândire, conştiinţă, cunoaştere şi evoluţie spirituală, alegeri făcute în viaţa personală sau într-un cadru organizat (instituţie, societate), dar şi despre „ştiinţa“ lui Dumnezeu. Om de ştiinţă el însuşi, autorul caută, în această carte, să înţeleagă misterele Creaţiei, fiinţa umană ca parte a acesteia, calea spre credinţă şi spre păstrarea ei.

Marriage is not merely a human arrangement but a divine institution—the first one God established after creating humanity. Before careers, governments, or even the church, God designed marriage as the foundational relationship that would reflect His character and advance His purposes in the world. You're reading this book because you're considering or have committed to this sacred covenant. Perhaps you're newly engaged, in the midst of wedding planning, or seriously dating with marriage in view. Whatever your specific circumstance, you're in one of life's most formative seasons—a time ...

Every day we lose a little bit of something. So does the God of the resurrection have anything to say to our hurts? Was Christ’s resurrection a once-and-done thing, or is there hope for healing and restoration now? In Signs of Life, pastor and writer Stephanie Lobdell leads listeners into the grand story of God’s saving action and resurrection power. In candid and artful prose, Lobdell shares stories of her own depression, loss of confidence, and disillusionment with the church.

Êtes-vous venus au Seigneur en pensant que tous vos problèmes seraient réglés? Vous ne vous êtes pas trompés, mais il faudra toutefois attendre la résurrection finale avant que tout soit parfait. Certaines circonstances peuvent amener les chrétiens dans la confusion et les ténèbres. Dans ce livre, Pascal Denault répond à plusieurs questions que nous nous posons au sujet de la marche chrétienne et se penche sur plusieurs souffrances spécifiques de l’âme qui minent notre relation avec Dieu, telles que le doute, la dépression et l’emprise du péché.

Now Is the Time to Believe will connect you to something greater than yourselves through explaining how God has always loved us and shown mercy so that each generation is given an opportunity to learn and build a personal relationship with him. Now Is the Time to Believe provides each listener with a different approach to understanding who God is and why God loves us so much that he has continually extended mercy and grace to each of us so that we can reconnect with him and our divine purpose by grace through faith.

God tells us in His Word that “My people perish for a lack of knowledge.” Many people, including Believers, have severe food allergies and digestive issues; many are lactose intolerant. I’ll never forget, working along with my pastor at a Healing and Deliverance conference in California, my pastor Fernando Perez obtained a Word of Knowledge that there were people in the room suffering from digestive issues and lactose intolerance due to they had consumed food and beverages, which they did not bless. He explained that they had been inflicted with these ailments because they had ...