I would like to give thanks to those who have spent many...

I would like to give thanks to those who have spent many hours making the

material in this handbook as helpful as possible - Christina, Jackie, Pat, and Craig.

I pray that God’s people are blessed through your labors.

Jim Newheiser

June 2013

FundamentalsWhat Is Biblical Counseling? Part 1 (CDC 1) ........................................................................................................1What Is Biblical Counseling? Part 2 (CDC 2) ........................................................................................................5What Is Biblical Counseling? Part 3 (CDC 3) ........................................................................................................7MethodologyGeneral Principles of Biblical Counseling Part 1 (CDC 4) ..............................................................................13General Principles of Biblical Counseling Part 2 (CDC 5) ..............................................................................19General Principles of Biblical Counseling Part 3 (CDC 6) ..............................................................................23PracticeHow Do People Change Part 1 (CDC 7) .............................................................................................................27How Do People Change Part 2 (CDC 8) .............................................................................................................33Theology and Biblical Counseling (CDC 9) .......................................................................................................37Peacemaking Part 1 (CDC 10) ................................................................................................................................41Peacemaking Part 2 (CDC 11) ................................................................................................................................45Peacemaking Part 3 (CDC 12) ................................................................................................................................49Grace When Things Are Hard (CDC 13) ............................................................................................................53Anger Mismanagement: Only Grace Transforms the Heart (CDC 14) ........................................................59Biblical Counseling: Depression (CDC 15) .........................................................................................................69Biblical Counseling: Worry and Anxiety (CDC 16) ..........................................................................................81Biblical Counseling: Fear (CDC 17) ......................................................................................................................89Temptation Part 1 (CDC 18) ...................................................................................................................................99Temptation Part 2 (CDC 19) ................................................................................................................................107Understanding the Influences of Nature and Nurture (CDC 20) ................................................................119

Table Of ContentsSessions 1-20

Appendix: CDC Certification Forms

Level 1 Exam ..............................................................................................................................................................127Level 1 Leader Interview ..........................................................................................................................................129Level 1 Application ...................................................................................................................................................131

Care And Discipleship Sessions 1-20

A. A breakdown in society- the religion of secular humanism.

B. The failure of the church.

C. The emergence of the biblical counseling movement. Jay Adams: 1970’s Competent to Counsel.

What Is Biblical Counseling? part 1

Introduction and Review

CDC 1

Harmful Errors of Modern Psychology

A. Is psychology a science in the same way that medicine is? 1. Should the pastor deal with the spiritual problems while the “mental health professional” deals with emotional and mental problems?

2. Psychology and theology both deal with the same fundamental issues of meaning and value, from widely differing perspectives.

B. Unscriptural presuppositions and practices of certain schools of psychology. 1. A faulty view of man. •Manisonlyanadvancedanimal:naturalism/materialism.Gen 1:26-27

•Manisbasicallygood,oratworstablankslate.Rom 3:10-18, 23; Ps 51:5

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•Manisautonomous:abletosolvehisproblemswithoutGod’shelp.John 15:5; 2 Tim 3:2

2. Excuses sin and denies personal responsibility. •Blameshifting:parents,teachers,society,etc.1 John 1:8-10; Js 1:13-15; Ps 32:3ff

•Themedicalmodel:callingsinsickness.“Mentalillness”

•Istheresuchathingas“mentalillness”?

•Biologyisthehottopicinpsychologyrightnow.

3. No fixed moral values: relativism. 2 Tim 3:16-17 •Non-directivecounseling(Rogers).Prov 14:12; Col 1:28; Js 5:19-20

•Sinfulbehaviorsanddesireslegitimized.

•Promotionof“sociallyacceptable”behaviors:gratificationofcarnalappetites, ventilation, etc.

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•OftenattemptstorelieveGod-givenguiltbydestroyingconscience.

4.NoplaceforGod.

C. Secular psychology is powerless to bring about meaningful change. Jer 17:9; Rom 8:5-8

D. What about those cases in which people seem to get better? 1.Oftensymptoms(i.e.bizarrebehavior)goawaywithorwithouttreatment.

2.Themostserious(spiritual)problemsremain.Luke 11:24-26

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A. Radical separation: the pastor and psychologist are professionals working in different realms. 1. Pastors refer cases dealing with emotional problems to qualified counselors.

2. Psychology and biblical c\Christianity address the same human problems from very different viewpoints.

3. Who is qualified to counsel? Gal 6:1; Rom 15:14

B. Integration: psychologists who happen to be Christians are best suited to helping people with their problems. 1. These people tend to use their psychological training as a starting place, with scripture being applied to support the psychological ideas. Mark 12:31; 2 Tim 3:1-2

2. They tend to accept psychological findings uncritically while neglecting sound in-depth Bible teaching.

3. The danger of integration. 2 Cor 6:14-18

C. Synergism/spoiling the Egyptians: since “all truth is God’s truth,” Christians should add the best of psychology to what the Bible teaches. 1. They claim to use Scripture to critically examine the findings of psychology.

Christian Approaches to Counseling

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2. They have the same problems as the integrationists.

3. Their system is usually built around extra-biblical concepts.

4. That which was taken (spoiled) from the Egyptians was silver, gold, and garments, not ideas and beliefs. Lev 18:3-4; 1 Cor 3:19; Col 2:3, 8-10

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A. The Bible is a fully sufficient textbook for counseling. 1 Cor 10:13

B. The goal of biblical counseling is to give instruction from the Bible so that the counselee can achieve God’s goals in his/her life. 1 Tim 1:5; Col 1:28-29

C. Key concepts in biblical counseling. 1. Biblical counseling is God-centered. 2 Cor. 5:9; 1 Tim 1:5; Col 1:27-29 •Psychologyisman-centered,allowingcounseleetosettheagenda.

•Notaboutcounseleeachievingpersonalgoals.

2. Biblical counseling is founded on sound theology.

3. Biblical counseling confronts sin as the source of mankind’s spiritual problems. •MankindiscreatedinGod’simage:bodyandsoul.Gen 1:27; 2 Cor 5:8

•Mankindissinfulandfallen,whichisthesourceofcounselingproblems.Rom 3:10ff

Biblical Counseling: The Bible Is the Sole and Sufficient Authority 2 Tim 3:16-17; 2 Pet 1:3; Heb 4:12; Ps 19:7-14

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•Willinvolveconfrontation.John 4:18; Acts 17:30; John 9:2-3

4. Biblical counseling is Christ-centered and redemptive. 2 Cor 5:21; 1 John 1:8-2:2; Rom 6:1ff;

Eph 4:32; 5:1, 25

•Itisnotjustcommandsandlaw,butthetransformingpowerofthegospel.

5. Biblical counseling aims at the heart. Mark 7:20-23; Matt 12:33; Prov 4:23

6. Biblical counseling is based upon the all-sufficient and infallible Scripture. 2 Tim 3:16-17;

2 Pet 1:3

7. Biblical counseling relies upon the Holy Spirit. 1 Cor 2:14; Rom 8:5-11; 15:13; Phil 4:13;

John 4:16-17 •WithouttheSpiritnoonecanunderstandorchange.

•HeistheCounselor.

8. Biblical counseling is gentle and compassionate. 1 Thess 5:14; Matt 9:35-3; Gal 6:1-2

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9. Biblical counseling is not merely for an elite group of professionals. Rom 15:14; Eph 4:15; Gal 6:1-2

10.Biblicalcounselingideallytakesplacewithinthecontextofthelocalchurch.

D.Whoisqualifiedtocounsel? 1.Counselorqualificationsarespiritual,notmerelyacademic.Gal 6:1-2; 1 Tim 4:16, 12

E.Counselingisnottheresponsibilityofanelitegroupofprofessionals,butofeverymemberof Christ’s church. Rom 15:14; Heb 10:24-25; Js 5:19-20

F.UltimatelycounselingisGod’swork.Rom 15:13; 1 Cor 10:13; Phil 4:13; Is 9:6; 11:1ff

1.ItisonlyinChristthatpeoplehavehope.

2. The Holy Spirit is the ultimate Counselor. John 14:16-17 Gal 5:16-25

Other Critical Questions

A.Isthereanyvaluetosecularpsychology? 1.Isn’talltruthGod’struth?Yes,andallerroristhedevil’serror.

2. Relying upon secular psychology is a denial of the sufficiency of Scripture.

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3.Isthereanycaseinwhichoutsidehelpisneeded?

4.WhymightitbeusefulforChristianstoknowsomethingofpsychology?

B.Howshouldunbelieversbecounseled? 1.Anon-ChristianisincapableofseekingafterGod’sgoalsordoingHiswill.Rom 8:7-8;

Gal 5:18; Heb. 11:6

2.Unbelieversrequirepre-counseling:evangelism.

C.Doesbiblicalcounselingeverfail?Luke 18:18-25; Gen 4:6ff

D.Howcanyoubepreparedtocounselothers?1 Tim 4:16

Conclusion: You are Competent to Counsel Biblically

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Books

Adams,Jay,Competent to Counsel.Adams,Jay,Ready to Restore.Adams,Jay,The Christian Counselor’s Manual.Ganz,Rich,Psychobabble.Mack,Wayne,Introduction to Biblical Counseling.

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A. Psychology and Christian counseling. 1. Harmful errors of modern psychology.

2. Christian approaches to counseling.

B. The biblical (nouthetic) counseling movement.

C. Some fundamental assumptions. 1. The Bible is sufficient as our textbook for counseling. 2 Pet 1:3; 2 Tim 3:16-17; Ps 19:7-14;

Heb 4:12

2. The goal of counseling is change in conformity with God’s revealed will, not necessarily the (selfish) desires of the counselee. Col 1:28

3. Change according to God’s standard can only take place by the power of the Holy Spirit. Phil 4:13; Gal 5:16ff

4. The counselor is qualified through personal holiness and a knowledge of the Word of God. Gal 6:1; 1 Tim 4:16-17, 7-8, 13; 3:1-7


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General Principles of Biblical Counseling part 1

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A. Involvement. Gal 6:1

1. Avoid “professionalism” - proud, aloof, distant, mechanical. 2 Cor 2:4

2. Instead, be humble and brotherly, treating your counselee with respect. Mark 6:34;

Matt 9:35-36; Heb 2:14-18; 4:15; John 11:33-35; Acts 20:31; 2 Cor 2:4; 4:28-29; 1 Thess 2:7-8; 1 Cor 13:7;

Rom 12:10; Phil 2:3-4

3. Be careful not to fall into their sin! Gal 6:1b; Prov 1:10ff

•Whymightthishappen?

•Whatprecautionsshouldwetake?Titus 2:3-5

•Whyshouldn’twomencounselmen?1Tim 2:12

4. Don’t become an emotional crutch - make them dependent upon God, not you! 2 Chr 24:2

5. Pray with and for your counselee. Phil 1:3-4

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6. Hope must be built from the earliest stages of counseling. 1 Cor 10:13; Rom 15:4-5, 13; Phil 1:6;

2 Cor 5:17; Prov 12:25; 15:13; 17:22; 18:14; Matt 11:28-30

•Whatisourbasisofhope?1Tim 1:1

•Whatisthenatureofourhope?Heb 11:1

•Whatcanbedonetobuildhope?

•Givemanageablehomeworkassignmentstobuildhope.

B. Investigation. Prov 18:15

1. Begin with a plan. Prov 21:5

2. Don’t jump to conclusions. Prov 18:13; 14:15

3. Learn to ask good questions and to listen. Prov 20:5

4. Characteristics of good questions (see Mack p. 223ff ). •Thoughtfulandgracious.

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•Relevant.

•Producefacts.

•Open-ended.

5.ThePREACHprincipleforinvestigating. •Physical:sleep,diet,exercise,drugs,alcohol,medications(manypsychotropic),caffeine,etc. 2 Cor 4:6; Eccl 5:12

•Resources:whathelpisavailable:church,family,friends:accountability?

•Emotional:fear,worry,anxiety,bitterness,loneliness,depression,anger.

•Action.Ps 32; Gen 4:5-8; Jas 1:22, 25

•Conceptual.Mark 7:19-23; Eph 4:23; Rom 12:2; Heb 4:12

•Historical

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Key Elements in Biblical Counseling “Letter B. Investigation” will continue in Part 2 CDC 5

Books

Mack, Wayne, Counseling: How to Counsel Biblically (Macarthur’s Pastor Library).

Supplemental Resources

Newheiser, Jim. “The Tenderness Trap.”

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B. Investigation 6. Where possible, hear from all parties involved. Prov 18:17

7. Not all problems are caused by personal sin. •Organicproblemsshouldbereferredtophysicians.

•Youmayneedtogettheclientstabilizedphysicallybeforeyoucanhaveameaningful session - i.e., lack of sleep, under the influence.

8.Oneofthemostimportantissuestodetermineiswhetherthecounseleeisabeliever. 1 John5:1; 2:3-4; 4:7-8; Matt 7:21-23

9. A tool - the Personal Data Inventory.

10. Also gather non-verbal data. Prov 6:13; Gen 4:5

C. Interpretation. Rom 12:2 ; Prov 3:5-7 1.Afteryouhavegatheredadequatedata,youneedtodrawsomeconclusions.

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2.Youneedtoevaluateyourcounselee’sspiritualcondition.I Thess 5:14

3.Oftenthecounseleewillnotknowwhathisproblemis,orhewillhaveincorrectlyidentified the problem. Prov 14:12, 16

4.Youwanttogivebiblicallabelstothecounselee’ssituation.Prov 3:5-7

•Whatbiblicallanguagebestdescribesthisperson’sproblem?

•WhatinsightsdoestheBiblegivefortheprobablecausesofsuchproblems?Jas 4:1ff

5.Distinguishbetweenthesymptomsandthecausesofproblems.

6.Oftenyourgreatestchallengewillbetosortoutandprioritizethecounselee’sissues.

7. Problems stem from the heart. Jer 17:9-10; Mark 7:19-22

D. Instruction. 2 Tim 3:16-17; Eph 4:17-28

1.RelyupontheinerrantandpowerfulWordofGod.Prov 3:5-7

•HandletheScripturescarefully.Jas 3:1ff; 2 Tim 2:15

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•UsetextsforthepurposeGodgavethem.

2. Prepare counseling outlines.

3. Teach interactively and creatively.

4.Teachredemptively(answersareinChrist).Rom 6:1ff

5.Youmustdealfirmlywithsin. Eph 4:17-22; 1 Thess 5:14; I John 1:8-10; Acts 20:31; Gal 2:11;

2 Tim 3:16-17; Matt 5:21ff

6.Sinmustberepentedof-putoff.I John 1:9; Ps 32:3-5; Prov 28:13; Matt 5:29-30; 2 Cor 7:8-11

7.Newlifepatternsmustbeestablished-puton.Eph 4:22-28

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Books

Kruis,JohnG., Quick Scripture Reference for Counseling.


Newheiser,Jim,“(Approximately)100GotoTextsforBiblicalCounselors”

“Personal Data Inventory”

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D. Instruction. 8. Be careful not to be legalistic: commanding beyond what the Bible says.

E. Intention. Luke 9:23-24; 14:25-34; Phil 2:12-13; Prov14:23

1. Counseling is more than instruction. Jas 1:22; Luke 14:25ff

2. The counselee is responsible to commit to obedience to God. 2 Cor 7:8-11

3. Motives are crucial. Rom 14:23; Col 3:20 •Whatdoesrealrepentancelooklike?2 Cor 7:8-11; Ps 51

4. Deal with behavior, not mere feelings. The counselee must agree to obey God, whether he feelslikeitornot.

5. Be prepared to meet with resistance. Matt 21:28-30

6.Continuetoofferhope:faithinChristworks.Rom 6:1-14; 2 Cor 5:17; Mark 9:22-24; 1 Cor 10:13;

John 15:5; Phil 4:13

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7. If a counselee refuses to commit to do God’s will, you may need to end the counseling relationship. Matt 7:6; 18:15-18; Prov 13:15; 29:1; 2 Thess 3:14

F. Implementation. 1. The counselee cannot expect the counselor to change him. Phil 2:12-13

2. The counseling sessions are not ends in and of themselves. •Actionandobedienceareneeded.Mark 10:17-22

•Explaintoyourcounseleehowprogressivesanctificationworks.Rom 6:11; Eph 4:22ff; Phil 1:6

3. The greatest progress in counseling is made in between sessions. •Preparefortemptation:concretesteps:callsomeone,gooutside,etc.2 Tim 2:22; Prov 22:3

•Prepareforfailures.1 John 1:9; Prov 24:16; Ps 43:5

•Expectgrowth.2 Cor 3:17-18

4.Concretehomeworkassignmentsshouldbegiven.Whygivehomework? •Actionsandbehavior.1 Cor 15:33; Prov 13:20; Matt 5:29-30; 25:40; Eph. 4:28

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•Scripturereadingandmemory.

•Christianbooks,pamphlets,andtapes.

•Journals.

•Otherassignments.

G. Integration. 1. The structure of the local church should be used in maintaining accountability. •Wedonotwanttobecomesubstitutepsychologists(professionals).

•Ideally,apastororotherchurchleadershouldattendcounseling.

•Sometimeschurchdisciplinemayberequired. Matt 18:15-17

•Whataboutconfidentialityincounseling?

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2.Youarenotseekingmerelyasolutiontooneproblem,butatotalrestructuringofalifeover the period of time.

3. New, godly habits are built over time. Eph 4:13-14

4. The goal is that the counselee will be able to counsel himself and others. Gal 6:6

Conclusion

Books

Adams,Jay,The Christian Counselor’s Manual.Adams,Jay,Helps for Counselors.Mack,Wayne,A Homework Manual for Biblical Counseling (I&II).


Keller, Timothy. “Communication Guidelines.”Priolo,Lou.“Anger‘HotButton’List.”Priolo,Lou.“AChecklistofWaysParentsProvoketheirChildrentoAnger.”Priolo,Lou.“Christ-CenteredorChild-CenteredHome.”“AngerJournal/HeartJournal.”“BusinessTravelPlanforAvoidingSexualTemptation.”“Child-CenteredorGod-CenteredHome.”“Communication: Discussion Questions.”“UnfaithfulnessAssignment.”

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A. Counseling is about helping people to change.

B. The change we as biblical counselors seek is unique. Col 1:28; 1 Tim 1:5

C. Unbiblical approaches to change (sanctification) will impede your spiritual growth. 1. Mysticism.

2. Deliverance ministry.

3. Self-improvement formulas.

4. Moralism. Rom 5:20; 8:3; Gal 3:3; 4:9

5. Passivism.

6. The recovery movement blends several unbiblical approaches.

Introduction

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How Do People Change? Part 1

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Change Begins by Understanding and Applying the Gospel

A. Some wrongfully start with the imperative - what we must do for God, which leads to moralism. 1. Scripture begins with the indicative, what God has done for us in Christ, as the ground for imperatives. Rom 1-11; Eph 1-3; Col 1-2

2. Specific New Testament exhorations are grounded in the gospel. Eph 4:20, 24, 32; 5:2, 25ff; 6:6;

Rom 15:2-3, 7

3. Of course this implies that only Christians are able to change according to the will of God. Rom 8:5-8; 14:23; Heb 11:6

4. What about cases in which unbelievers appear to change (i.e. lose weight, quit smoking, no longer drunkards)? Matt 12:43-45; Rom 14:23; 1 Cor 10:31; Heb 11:6

5. The change we need is inward and Godward. Mark 7:14-23; Col 2:20-23

B. We and our counselees need to comprehend that who we are in Christ is the basis for the changed lives we want to live. Rom 6:11; Col 3:1ff; 2 Pet 1:3-4

1. Some think of the gospel exclusively for justification, but don’t see its relevance for sanctification. Gal 3:3

2. The gospel is just as important for your sanctification as it was for your justification.

D. The Bible sets forth a balanced perspective on how change takes place. Rom 6; John 15:1-11

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3. Some nouthetic counselors move too quickly to the imperative, without placing enough emphasis on who we are in Christ and how the gospel relates to change.

4. Many counselees have a false identity and label themselves according to their past sin rather than their new identity in Christ. 1 Cor 6:9-11; 2 Cor 5:17

5. The first imperative in Romans is to consider your identity in Christ - remember who you are. Rom 6:11

(also see vs. 3, 6, 9)

C. Understanding your union with Christ is the key to your growth in holiness. Rom 6:1ff

1. Paul anticipates an objection. Rom 6:1-2

l If salvation is by grace, apart from works, why bother to be holy since the more we sin the more God’s grace is displayed? Rom 6:1; 5:20

l The gospel, rightly understood, promotes holiness. Rom 6:2bff; 1 Thess 4:3; Titus 2:14

2. You can’t go on sinning because you are united to Christ. Rom 6:2b

3. Your old self has died in union with Christ. Rom 6:2b-4a, 6; Col 2:12; Gal 2:20

4. You died to sin in the same sense in which Jesus died to sin. Rom 6:8-10; Heb 7:27; 9:12

the gospel is just as important for your

sanctification as it is for your justification

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5. You are a new person, united with Christ in His resurrection. Rom 6:4b-5, 8

6. You have been set free from slavery to sin to serve righteousness. Rom 6:6-7, 9b, 15-22

7. This is true of every believer.

8. Now, live in light of who you are. Rom 6:12-13

l The fact that you are united with Chist does not mean that it is no longer possible for you to sin. Rom 7:14ff; Phil 3:12

l The point is that the power of sin over you has been broken.

l Nor does it mean that you no longer need to pursue holiness and fight sin.

9. How does this work itself out in practical terms?

D. Other ways in which the gospel contributes to change (sanctification). 1. We are able to bear fruit only through our union with Christ. John 15:1-11; Gal 2:20

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2. A key to change is to recognize that Christ is better than idols which tempt us. Isa. 55:1-2;

John 4:10; 7:38; 6:35, 48-51; Gen 39:9b; Prov 9:1ff

3. Comprehending God’s love and grace to us motivates and enables us to show love and grace. 1 John 4:19

Booklets

Newheiser, Jim, Help! I Want to Change.

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A. Some wrongfully stop with the indicative, declaring what God has done for us in Christ, while neglecting the imperatives of what God calls us to do.

B. What is the use of biblical imperatives (God’s law)? 1. God’s law shows us our need for Christ who alone meets God’s standard and provides the righteousness we lack. Gal 3:24; 2:16; Phil 3:9

2. God’s law also shows us how He desires His redeemed people to live. 1 Thess 4:1; Eph 5:10;

John 14:15

C. Biblical Examples 1. Immediately after telling us to consider our identity in Christ, Paul exhorts us to take action against the lusts of the flesh. Rom 6:12ff

2. Jesus tells us what we must do in order to abide in Him. John 15:1-11

l Have His Word in ourselves. John 15:3, 7

l Seek His glory in prayer. John 15:7

l Obey His commandments. John 15:10; 14:15; 1 John 2:6

We and Our Counselees Are Responsible to Exert Effort Towards Change

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A. We experience a variety of outcomes in our counseling.

l Love the brethren. John 15:12-13, 17; 1John 2:10

3. The typical pattern in many New Testament epistles is to begin with the indicative as the basis for the imperative. Rom 12:1ff; Eph 4:1ff; Col 3:1ff

4. Our responsibility and God’s work in us are placed side by side. Phil 2:12-13; 4:13

5. The New Testament is filled with specific exhortations to actively fight sin and to faithfully and diligently pursue righteousness. l Put off sin (repent). Matt 5:29-30; Eph 4:17, 22, 25, 28, 29; Rom 6:12-13a

l Put on righteousness. Eph 4:24, 25, 28b, 29b; Rom 6:13b, 19c; 12:1ff

6. It is not enough to merely hear God’s word or even to agree with it. We must do what God commands. Matt 7:24-27; Jas 1:22

D. Our motive for obedience is crucial.

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B. Sometimes change doesn’t take place in the life of a counselee because he/she is not regenerate. John15:2, 6; Phil 1:6; 1John 2:3-4; Matt 7:16ff

C. Personal revival is like corporate revival: God sees fit to sovereignly work in powerful ways in the lives of His people at certain times. John 3:8; 15:5; Ps 71:20; 85:6

D. God uses various means to accomplish change. 1. His Word is a powerful agent for change. 2 Tim 3:16-17; Heb 4:12-13; Ps 119:25; John 15:7

2. We should pray for God to revive us and our counselees. Ps 119:25, 37, 40, 88, 107, 149, 154,

156, 159

3. Sometimes the Lord brings circumstances into our lives to change our course. Ps 119:67, 71;

Heb 12:4-11; John 15:2; Jas 1:2ff

4. Sometimes God sends a Nathan to admonish us. Rom 15:14; Gal 6:1-2; 2 Sam 12

Conclusion

A. God wants us to change and to bear fruit for His glory. John 15:8

B. The gospel is the key to change. 1. Understand your union with Christ. Rom 6:11

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2. Abide in Christ. John 15:1ff

3. Delight in Christ. Isa 55:1-2

C. We are responsible to exert effort to change.

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Theology and Biblical Counseling

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Using essay style writing, please respond thoroughly to each of these statements. Write your answers as though you are explaining them to a counselee, defining all terms clearly and precisely. Use 1.5 spacing. Your answers should be 1 page to 1 ½ pages in length. Support all your answers with Scripture. This is an open book exam. You may use any written or oral sources, but you must cite your sources at the end of each answer. **Read FAQ for complete formatting requirements**

Introduction: Why do You Need Theology to Counsel?

NANC Theology Exam

A. Bibliology 1. The Bible is spoken of as “inspired.” What does this mean?

2. What is the relationship between infallibility and authority?

3. What is the Bible’s authority on theological controversies?

4. Compare and contrast the Bible and its authority to general revelation and its authority.

5. Many Christians today speak of continuing revelation. Relate this concept to inspiration and sufficiency of the Scripture. Relate this concept to the issue of miracles, prophecy and tongues.

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B. Theology Proper 1. State briefly the biblical basis for, and formulate the doctrine of, the Trinity.

2. List and develop five attributes of God and how they relate to the believer’s life and counseling.

3. State briefly the biblical basis for, and formulate the doctrine of, God’s omniscience. Relate this doctrine to the teaching of “open theism.”

C. Anthropology 1. Who and what is man?

2. What role does anthropology play in counseling theory and practice?

D. Christology 1. Why did Christ die?

2. He was “tempted in all things as we are” (Heb. 4:15). Discuss and relate to counseling theory and practice.

E. Soteriology 1. “Justification by faith alone.” Discuss the meaning of this phrase.

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2. Sanctification is said to be past, present, and future. Discuss, including the idea of “union with Christ.”

3. Do Christians persevere? What relationship does this have to counseling?

F. Pneumatology 1. Who or what is the Holy Spirit?

2. What role does this Spirit play in the believer’s life and the counseling process?

3. Does the Holy Spirit guide Christians? If so, what means and methods does He use?

G. Ecclesiology 1. What is the church?

2. What role does the church play in the believer’s life and the counseling process?

3. What is the biblical teaching on women being ordained as officers of the church?

4. What authority, if any, does the church have over individuals and the counseling process?

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H. General Questions 1. Are you involved in a larger group, organization, or denomination, which disagrees with NANC’s Statement of Faith? If so, how do you differ from your larger group? Explain what you are doing to influence your group towards NANC’s position.

2. If received as a NANC member, can you unequivocally sign the membership covenant?

Books

Grudem, Wayne, Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. Berkhof, Louis, Systematic Theology.Reymond, Robert L., A New Systematic Theology of the Christian Faith.Packer, J.I., Concise Theology: A Guide to Historic Christian Beliefs.

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A. The Bible talks about the nature of peace in two ways. Heb 12:14

1. Peace with God. Rom 5:1

2. General well-being (shalom).

B. Christ is the Prince of Peace who has come on a mission of peace. 1. He has made peace between God and man.

2. He makes peace between man and man. Eph 2:11

C. Our peacemaking flows out of Christ. 1. Biblical peacemaking is founded on the gospel

A. All conflict is the result of sin. 1. Man/God. Rom 5:10

God Tells You How to Make Peace

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2. Man/Man. Gen 3:10, 12; Jas 4:1-2

B. Peace is sometimes out of your reach. 1. You cannot make peace at the expense of truth and righteousness. Rom 16:17-18; Matt 10:34-38;

18:15ff; Jer 8:11; Acts 20:28; Prov 23:23; Jude 3; 1 Cor 5:6-7; 15:33; Titus 3:9-11; 2 John 1:9-11; Luke 12:15ff;

Gal 1:9; 2:11ff; Heb. 2:14; Col 2:15

2. There are some people with whom it is impossible to make peace. 1 Cor 7:15

3. God does not hold you responsible for the sinful failures of others.

C. Conflict is very dangerous (“The Slippery Slope”, from The Peacemaker). Don’t make things worse through unbiblical methods of handling conflict.

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1. Some fight: revenge, verbal attacks, gossip, slander, assault, murder, lawsuits. Rom 12:17-21;

Matt 5:21-22; Prov 11:9; 29:22; 12:18; 14:17; 18:8; 16:28; 11:13; 1 Cor 6:1-8; 1 Cor 7:15

2. Others flee: denial, escape, suicide. Eph 4:26b; 1 Sam 2:22-25; Heb 12:15

D. Conflict brings opportunity: to glorify God, to be more like Christ, to serve others, and to bear witness to a watching world. Rom 8:28-29; 12:14,20; 1Cor 10:31

Books

Bartel, T. & Dabler, J., Peacemaking Women.Sande, Ken, The Peacemaker.Sande, Ken, Peacemaking for Families.

Peacemaker Ministries, Peacemaking Principles Pamphlet.

Booklets

Audios

Newheiser, Jim. “Biblical Peacemaking Series.”

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A. Don’t stir up strife. Rom 16:17; Prov 6:19; 26:21; 18:21; 10:19; Titus 3:10; Eph 4:29; Jas 1:19; 3:1ff

B. Overlook minor offenses. Rom 14:19; 1 Pet 4:8; Prov 10:12; 19:11; 29:11, 20, 22; 25:28; 15:18; 14:19;

Matt 5:39-40; Phil 2:5ff; Matt 5:39-40; 1 Cor 13:7

C. Be ready to make sacrifices for the sake of peace. 1 Cor 6:7; Prov 17:14

D. Trust God to defend your interests. 1 Pet 2:23

E. Confess your sins: Get the log out of your eye. Matt 7:1-5; 5:23-24; Prov 28:13

1. You must deal with your own sin before you can help others to overcome theirs.

2. Face up to the root of sin in your own heart. Jas 4:1-2; Prov 2:24; Matt 15:18

3. Seek forgiveness for whatever fault you may have (even if it is only 10%).

Do All That Is in Your Power to Pursue Peace Matt 5:9; Heb 12:14

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4. Seek forgiveness biblically (7 A’s from The Peacemaker). Matt 5:23-24; 2 Cor 7:10-11 •Address everyone involved .

•Avoid “if, but, maybe.”

•Admit specifically.

•Acknowledge the hurt.

•Accept the consequences.

•Alter your behavior.

•Ask for forgiveness .

F. Be ready to forgive others as God has forgiven you. Ps 86:5; Eph 4:32; Col 3:12-14

1. Forgiveness is not optional for forgiven people. Matt 6:12; 18:21-35; Jer 31:34

2. Make the promises of forgiveness (from The Peacemaker). Matt 6:12; 1 Cor 13:5

•Iwillnotthinkaboutthisincident.

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•Iwillnotbringthisincidentupanduseitagainstyou.

•Iwillnottalktoothersaboutthisincident.

•Iwillnotallowthisincidenttostandbetweenus.

G. Use the PAUSE principle in negotiating/peacemaking (from The Peacemaker). 1. Prepare for peacemaking. 1 Cor 4:13

2. Affirm relationships. 1 Cor 13:7

3. Understand the interests of others: listen! Phil 2:3-4; Jas 1:19; 1 Pet 3:7; Prov 20:5

4. Search for creative solutions. Dan 1; Ecc 9:16

5. Evaluate options objectively and reasonably.

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Booklets

Peacemaker Ministries, Peacemaking Principles Pamphlet.

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A. Be willing to receive correction from others. Prov 15:31

1. Pride destroys peacemaking.

B. Love sometimes requires you to go and show your brother his fault. Rom 15:14; Lev 19:17 Which sins must you confront? 1. Notorious sins which could damage the Lord’s reputation. 1 Cor 5:1,11

2. Sins which endanger the purity and unity of the church. Rom 16:17-18; 1 Cor 5:6-7; 15:33

3. Sins which could ruin the offender. Jas 5:19-20; Gal 6:1

4. Sins which could affect your relationship with this person. Matt 18:15; Eph 4:26-27

C. First, practice personal peacemaking. Matt18:15; 5:23-24

1. Go to the individual first before involving others.

2. Go gently, lovingly, and humbly for the purpose of restoration. Gal 6:1-2

Promote Peace by Confronting Sin Biblically

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3. If he repents, rejoice and forgive. Matt 18:21-22; Jas 5:19-20; Prov 11:30

D. Then, if necessary, seek help in making peace (assisted peacemaking). Matt 18:16

1. Others can bear witness and join in admonishing the sinner to repent. Deut 19:15

2. If you can’t resolve a conflict on your own, seek godly counsel to help you.

3. Sometimes mediation or binding arbitration may be appropriate. 1 Cor 6:5

E. Finally, if necessary, take it to the church. Matt 18:17a

1. The leaders of the church will determine the validity of the charges and the means of dealing with the matter publicly.

2. The other members join in to plead with the sinner to repent. 2 Thess 3:14-15

F. If he refuses to listen to the church, he is to be put out of the assembly. Matt 18:17b-20; 1 Cor 5:4-5, 13b;

1 Tim 1:19-20; Ps 1:6

2. He is to be regarded as an unbeliever and an outsider. Matt 18:17b

3. Church discipline takes place with the authority of the Lord. Matt 18:18-20

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4. What is the purpose of church discipline? 1 Cor 5:5-7; 15:33; Deut 13:11; 2 Cor 2:6-8

5. Biblical peacemaking requires a biblical church structure. Heb. 13:17

• Membership in a local church is a concept taught in the New Testament.

• Membership is necessary for accountability to a particular set of leaders.

• Membership provides many benefits.

• Leaders of local churches need to faithfully shepherd the sheep.

• Local churches need to be willing to work together when it comes to discipline.

6. Authority relationships do not negate the responsibility to confront sin. • Husband/wife

• Employer/employee

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A. Does this approach to confronting sin violate confidentiality or one’s right to privacy? 1 Tim 1:19-20;

Prov 29:25; Eph 5:11

B. Do these peacemaking techniques ever fail? Prov 3:5-6

C. How can these principles be applied with unbelievers?

D. Is there ever a time when it is appropriate for Christians to go to court?

Conclusion

A. Before you can make peace with men, you must have peace with God. Rom 5:1,10; 8:6; Isa 9:6; 57:21;

Luke 1:79; 2:14; 19:38; Eph 2:14,17; John 17:20-21; 2 Cor 5:18-20

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A. Trials are the ordinary experience of believers living in a fallen world. Luke 12:52-53; John 16:33;

1 Pet 4:12-13; Job 5:7; Phil. 3:10; Col. 1:24; 2 Cor 4:8; Ps 34:19a

B. Believers in the Bible suffered great trials. Gen 3:12; 4:8ff; 12:11ff; 25:28ff; 27:1ff; 25:22; 37:2ff; 1 Sam 2:12ff;

8:3; 2 Sam 12:10ff; 13:1ff; 15:1ff; Ezek 18:1ff ; Job 1:18-19; 2:9

C. We continue to endure significant trials.

D. James does not say that we can, through faith and prayer, eliminate trials. Jas 1:5-7; Job 5:7; Heb 11:1ff;

Ezek 18:1ff; Luke 12:52-53

E. Trials typically fall upon you unexpectedly. Luke 10:30

Grace When Things Are Hard

Introduction Heb 5:8-10

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You Will Face Trials

God Is at Work in Your Trials and Uses Your Trials to Mature You Jas 1:2-4

A. Consider it all joy – It is vital for you to think correctly about your trials. 1 Pet 1:6

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1. You can rejoice because God is in the picture. Think beyond your pain to the good our sovereign God is doing. Heb 12:11; Rom 8:28; Gen 50:20

2. What are some positive examples of those who had joy in their trials? Acts 5:40-41; 16:25;

Col 1:24; Heb 12:1ff; 11:26; 2 Cor 6:10; 7:4; 12:9ff; Matt 5:10-12

B. God uses trials to help you to grow. Jas1:3; Rom 5:2-4; 1 Pet 1:6-7; Ps 40:1-2; 2 Thess 1:3-4

1. Knowing – You need to understand God’s purpose in your trials. Prov 27:6; 3:11-12

2. The testing of your faith – Your trials prove and refine your faith. 1 Pet 1:7; Ps 12:6

3. Produces endurance – Your trials produce needed steadfastness. Rom 5:3; Heb 12:11; Luke 8:15;

2 Thess 1:4; Rev 2:2; 13:10; 2 Pet 1:6; Heb 11:37-39; 2 Cor 12:9ff

C. The end result of your trials is that you will be mature. Jas1:4; Matt 5:48

1. Let endurance have its perfect result – Trials do not always and automatically produce endurance.

2. In what sense can you become perfect and complete? Jas 1:4, 12; 3:2; Matt 5:48; 19:21; Col 1:28;

4:12; 1 Thess 5:23; Phil 3:15

A. We especially need wisdom when facing trails. Jas 1:5a; 3:17; Prov 1:2ff

B. Ask God to give you the wisdom you need. Jas 1:5a

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1. Admit that you lack wisdom. Matt 5:3, 6

2. Seek wisdom as God’s great gift. Prov 2:6; Rom 11:33

3. The wisdom we seek is embodied in the Person of Jesus Christ. 1 Cor 1:30; Col 2:3

C. God gladly gives His wisdom to all those who seek Him. Prov 1:21ff; 9:1ff; 2:1ff

1. James echoes Jesus’ teaching. Matt 7:7-11; John 14:13-14

2. God gives generously. 2 Cor 8:2; 9:11; Rom 8:31ff; Eph 3:20-21; 1 Kgs 3:9ff

3. He gives without reproach. Prov 23:6-7; Ps 103:13; Isa 55:6-9

4. This is an absolute promise of God. Prov 1:20ff; John 7:37; Ps 81:10

D. How does God impart His wisdom? Jas 1:18; Rom 10:17; Ps 1:2; Prov 1:5

1. Do not expect God to impart the skill of wisdom to you by zapping you.

2. God uses His Word to make you wise. Jas 1:18, 21; Rom 10:17; Ps 1:1ff

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E. You must ask in faith. Jas 1:6b-8

1. What does it mean to ask in faith? Heb 11:6; Matt 21:22; Mark 11:24; Rom 4:21

2. What kind of doubt is James condemning? Jas 1:6; Matt 26:39; Mark 9:24

3. God hates double mindedness. Jas 1:8; 4:8, 4; Ps 119:113; Prov 3:5-6; 28:26; Ps 1:1; Jer 17:5;

Rev 3:15-16; Matt 6:24; 1 Kgs 18:21; 2 Kgs 17:33; Rev 3:15

4. God blesses those who have undivided loyalty and commitment to Him with wisdom and stability. Ps 1:3; Jer 17:7-8; Deut 6:5; Prov 3:5-6; Heb 6:10; Matt 7:24-25

Never Lose Sight of God’s Goodness in Your Trials Jas 1:12-18

A. Satan will tempt you to doubt God’s goodness when you are enduring trials. Gen 3:5

B. Don’t blame God when you are tempted. Jas 1:13

C. God is good. Jas 1:17; Ps 145:15-16, 19; Matt 5:45; John 3:16; Acts 17:25

1. He is the Father (Creator) of lights. Gen 1:14ff; Ps 136:6-8; 1 John 1:5; 1 Tim 6:16

2. He is immutably perfect in His goodness. Jas 1:17d; Mal 3:6; 1 John 1:5; Heb 13:8; Ps 18:30a; 100:5;

102:26-27; Isa 40:8

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D. God generously gives good gifts. Jas 1:17, 5

1. He is the source of every good gift. Jas 4:4; 3:15, 17; 1:5; John 3:3, 7, 16, 31; 2 Pet 1:3-4

2. God is good to everything and everyone, even His enemies. Matt 5:45; 6:26-30; Acts 14:17;

Ps 104:27-28; 145:15-16

3. His gifts are perfect (complete). Jas 1:25; Deut 32:4; Ps 19:7

4. God’s best gifts are spiritual. Jas 1:5; 3:17; 2 Pet 1:3-4; Col 3:1-2; Matt 7:11; Rom 6:23; John 3:16; 14:17;

Ezek 36:25-26; Ps 19:7ff; 1 Cor 10:13

E. When you feel overwhelmed by trials and are tempted to doubt God’s goodness, remember His good gifts. Rom 8:31ff; 2 Pet 1:3-4; Prov 18:22; 19:14; 1 Thess 5:18; 1 Tim 4:4-5; Ps 73:1, 17ff; 74:12ff; 80:8ff

Conclusion Ps 119:67, 71

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A. What is anger? 1. Anger is an emotion. Anger is our whole-personed active response of negative moral judgment against perceived evil. (Robert Jones)

2. All anger seems righteous. Jas 1:20; Rom 12:17-21

3. Anger has a physical component. Gen 4:5; Exod 32:19; Ps 4:4

4. Anger is active. Exod 32:19-20; Gen 39:19-20

B. Anger is not necessarily sinful. 1. God gets angry. Exod 4:14; 15:8; Num 25:4; Ps 7:11; 18:7-8; 2:4-5, 12; Deut 29:27-28; John 3:36;

Rom 1:18

2. Jesus was angry. Mark 3:5; 10:14; Matt 21:12; John 2:13-17

Anger Mismanagement: Only Grace Transforms the Heart

Introduction: Anger Is a Problem Both in the World and in the Church

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3. Righteous anger is rare! Eph 4:26ff; Acts 17:16

C. Anger is very deceptive. Jer 17:9-10; Eph 4:25

1. We typically try to justify our anger.

2. Some deny their anger or try to justify themselves by calling it something else.

3. Many blame their anger on something outside of themselves. Mark 7:14-23

4. Some try to blame genetics (nature) or their upbringing (nurture).

D. Anger is dangerous. Eph 4:26-27; Eccl 7:9

1. Anger is usually murderous by nature. Matt 5:21ff; 1 Sam 20:30-33; 1 John 3:15; Prov 11:9; Gen 4:6-7;

Acts 7:54ff

2. Anger gives the devil an opportunity. Eph 4:26-27; John 8:44; Jas 1:14-15

3. Those who give in to anger are at risk of losing control. Prov 25:28; 29:8, 11; 14:17

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4. Anger is destructive and leads to many other sins. Eph 4:31; 1 Sam 18:8-9; Luke 15:28-30; Col 3:19;

Prov. 29:22, 14:17; Num 20:6-12; Ps 106:32-33

5. Anger is contagious. Prov 22:24-25; 15:1,18

A. Explanations of secular psychology – nature and nurture.

B. Scripture deals with most anger as a sin issue. Matt 5:21-22; Jas 1:19-20; 4:1ff; Eph 4:26-27; Col 3:8;

Prov 14:29; 15:18; 19:19; 22:24; 29:22; 2 Cor 7:10-11

C. Scripture teaches that anger begins in the heart. Mark 7:21; Matt 12:34

D. We become angry because we want something (too much). Jas 4:1-4; Isa 55:1-2 1. What do I seek and treasure more than Christ? Isa 55:1-2; Jas 4:4

2. A legitimate desire when it becomes a controlling desire (or demand) becomes a sinfully idolatrous desire.

3. Angry people have false beliefs that they possess certain rights including the right to express their anger (judgment/revenge) when their rights are violated,

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4. Angry people often succeed in getting what they want by manipulating others.

5. In the end angry people experience loss (including the loss of their idols).

What Are Some Unbiblical Means People Use to Deal with Anger?

A. Secular psychology promotes anger management – expressing, suppressing, calming.

B. Secular strategies try to keep anger at bay– relaxation, cognitive restructuring, problem solving, communication, humor, changing environment, counseling.

C. The secular methodologies do not address the heart of anger.

D. There are many sinful ways in which people deal with anger. Prov 29:22; Eccl 7:9

1. Ventilation. Prov 12:18; 29:11; 25:28; Eph 4:29,31; Jas 1:19; 4:11-12; Gal 5:15; Rom 12:19-21; 1 Pet 3:8-9;

Num 20:6-12

2. Displacement. Matt 5:21-22

3. Internalizing. Lev 19:17-18; 1 Kgs 21:4; Eph 4:31

4. Excusing. Jas 1:13-15; 19-20; 1 Cor 10:13

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A. The key is what you are saying in your own heart. Phil 4:8-9; Prov 4:23; Mark 7:21-23

B. Five things to tell yourself when you are getting angry. 1. I want something too much – Idolatry. Jas 4:1-4; Isa 55:1-2; Rom 1:25

2. I am not God – Judge. Jas 1:19-20; 4:19-20; Gen 50:19; 1 Pet 2:23; Matt 7:1ff; 1 Cor 4:5; Rom 12:17-21

3. God has been very gracious to me – In Christ. Exod 34:6; Ps 103:8; Eph 4:31-32; Col 3:13;

Matt 18:22-35; 1 Tim 1:15-16; Rom 5:10, 3:21-26; Prov 19:11; 1 Pet 4:8

4. God is in control – He is doing good and will not give me more than I can bear. 1 Cor 10:13;

Gen 50:21; Rom 8:28; Acts 2:23; Ps 103:19; Jas 1:2ff; 1 Pet 1:6-7; Prov 21:1

5. Remember who I am – A new creature in Christ. Rom 6:11; 2 Cor 5:17; 1 Pet 4:1-6; 1 Cor 10:13;

Gal 5:13-16, 19-23; Titus 3:3

C. Five more things to remember as you are calming down. 1. God’s grace helps me to exercise self control, patience and gentleness. 1 Cor 13:4-5; Jas 1:19;

Titus 1:7; Prov 12:16; 14:29; 16:32; 19:11; 29:8, 11; 14:17; Col 3:19

2. God’s grace enables me to speak with gentleness and grace. Prov 15:1; Eph 4:29

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3. God’s grace enables me to lovingly do good to those who wronged me. Rom 12:20; Matt 5:43ff;

Gen 50:21; 45:7-11; Luke 6:27-28; Eph 5:1-2

4. God’s grace enables me to receive correction, even from those who hurt me. Prov 9:8; 13:10;

2 Sam 16:5-13; Matt 7:1ff

5. God’s grace helps me to pursue the restoration of those who hurt me. Gal 6:1-2 •TheirsinisprimarilyagainstGod(itisnotaboutme!).Ps 51:4

•Myobjectiveistorestore(nottoventortojudge)mybrother/sister.Matt 4:21

•IfIamtohelp,Imustbe“spiritual”andgentle.Gal 5:13-23

D. Five more practical principles. 1. Don’t be quarrelsome. Prov 17:14; 29:3; 26:20; 1 Pet 3:7

2. Deal with your anger and conflict quickly. Eph 4:26-27; Matt 5:23-24; 7:1ff

3. Prepare for temptation. Prov 21:5

4. Seek God’s help through prayer. Heb 4:16

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5. Your anger can motivate you to pursue a biblical solution to problems.

Common Questions About Anger

A. When is anger righteous? (From Robert Jones, Uprooting Anger) Mark 3:1-6

1. A real sin has taken place. 1 Sam 11:1-6; Mark 10:13-16; Acts 17:16; 1 John 3:4

2. My concern is for God’s kingdom, not my own. John 2:13-17; Ps 119:52-54; 103-104, 127-128,

139:22

3. Anger is righteously expressed. Ps 106:33; Rom 12:17-21; Gal 6:1-2

B. How can you be angry and yet not sin? Eph 4:26; Jas 1:19

C. Is it ever permissible to be angry with God? Dan 4:34-35; Job 1:22, 2:9; Rom 9:20; Jas 1:13; Ps 73:2-3;

1 Chr 13:11-13; Gen 4:6-7; Deut 29:29; Hab 1:1-4, 1:12-2:1; Ps 13:1ff, 62:8, 115:3

D. What if you are angry with yourself ? 1. Sometimes we are angry at ourselves because of pride. Jer 17:9

2. The only verdict which matters is that of God Who has declared you righteous for Christ’s sake. Phil 3:9; 1 Tim 1:15-16; 1 Cor 6:9-11

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A. Data gathering/interpretation. 1. What does this person want so badly? Jas 4:1ff (see attachment)

2. Is physical abuse taking place? Is anyone in danger?

B. Homework for those who give in to anger. 1. Repent of anger. Abandon your rights. Phil 2:3-8; Mark 10:42-45; John 13:1-17

2. Create note cards for what you need to tell yourself when you are angry.

3. Make a plan for dealing with anger. Prov 27:12

4. Keep an anger journal (see attachment).

5. Meditate upon and memorize key texts.

6. Reading.

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Conclusion: Propitiation

Books

Adams, Jay, The Christian Counselor’s Manual.Harvey, Dave, When Sinners Say I Do.Jones, Robert D., Uprooting Anger.Mack, Wayne, Anger and Stress Management God’s Way.Mack, Wayne, Homework Manual for Biblical Living. “Anger Homework.”Priolo, Lou, Getting a Grip.Priolo, Lou, The Heart of Anger.Tripp, Paul, War of Words.

Booklets

Adams, Jay, What to Do When Anger Gets the Upper Hand.Jones, Robert D., Angry at God: Bring Him Your Doubts and Questions.Newheiser, Jim, Help! Someone I Love has been Abused.Powlison, David, Anger: Escaping the Maze.

Audios

Mack,Wayne.“CounselingAngryPeople.”Maxham,Tom.“DrawingOutIdolsoftheHeart.”Newheiser,Jim.“WhoisaMurderer?Matt5:21-16.”Tripp,Paul.“WarofWords.”


Newheiser,Jim.“WhatProvokesMetoAnger?”Priolo,Lou.“Anger‘HotButton’List.”“AngerJournal/HeartJournal.”

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A. What is depression? 1. Depression is more than feeling a bit down. Prov 18:14

2. A major depressive disorder includes five or more of the following symptoms (DSM IV): •Depressedmoodmostoftheday.

•Markedlydiminishedinterestorpleasureinalmostallactivities.

•Significantweightlossorweightgain.

•Insomniaorhypersomnia.

•Psychomoteragitationorretardation.

•Fatigueorlossofenergy.

•Feelingsofworthlessnessorexcessive/inappropriateguilt.

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•Diminishedabilitytothinkorconcentrate.Indecisiveness.

•Recurrentthoughtsofdeath,suicidalideationwithoutaspecificplan.

3. Depression is widespread in society and among Christians.

4. Some people are more prone to depression than others.

5. Cases of depression need to be handled with compassion. Prov 25:20

6.Differentkindsofdepressioninclude:majordepressivedisorder,postpartumdepression, seasonalaffectivedisorder,dysythmicdisorder,etc.

7.Psychologicallabelsaredescriptionswhichsaylittleaboutcuresorultimatecauses.

B. How are we to understand depression? 1. Many say that depression is merely a disease.

2.Manysecularpsychologistsseemankindasmerelyphysicalandthereforetendtosee depression as a physical problem with a chemical solution.

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3.Christiansrecognizethedualnatureofmankind–bodyandsoul.2 Cor 4:16; 5:8

•Thesoulisembeddedinabody(whichissociallyembedded).

•Whathappenstothebodyinfluencesthesoul.Job 2

•Whathappenstothesoulmayinfluencethebody.Prov14:30; 17:22; Ps 38:1ff

•Whathappensinone’ssocialenvironmentmayaffectbothbodyandsoul.

4. Depression affects both body and soul.

5. Depression will always have a spiritual component and will usually have a physical component.

6.Bodily(brain)weaknesscannotpreventspiritualgrowth.2 Cor 12:7ff; 4:7-10, 16-18

C. Why do people get depressed? 1. Depression usually has spiritual (soul) causes. •Sinandguilt. Ps 32:3-4; 38:1ff; Jer 2:13

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•Overwhelmingcircumstances.Ps 42:1-7, 9-10; 43:2; 2 Sam 17:23; Job 1-2

•Injustice.Ps 73:2-14

•Relationships.Jer 17:5-6

2.Somedepressionmayhavephysicalcauses–exhaustion,substanceabuse,braindiseaseor weakness.1 Kgs 19:4ff

3. Sometimes there are multiple causes.

4. You may face cases in which you cannot determine the cause(s). 1 Cor 13

D. Do drugs help depressed people? Prov 17:22 1.Psychotropicdrugsareprescribedtobringbrainchemistrybackintobalance.

2. Even if brain chemistry is out of balance it is not clear whether this is the cause of depression or the result of spiritual issues (see above).

3.Incasesinwhichthecauseisspiritual,drugsmayaddressthesymptomsofdepression,but they do not address the cause.

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4. Anti-depressants do not claim to cure depression.

5.Psychotropicdrugshaveadverseside-effectsandoftenlosetheirpotency.

6. We do not tell people not to use drugs or to get off of their drugs.

7.Ourfocusisaddressingthespiritualissueswhicharealwayspresent.1 Cor 10:13

8.Acounseleewhochoosestogetoffofpsychotropicdrugsmustdosounderadoctor’s supervision.

9.WhileIbelievethatdrugsareover-prescribedfordepression,Iamreluctanttopassjudgment in particular situations. Matt 7:1ff

E.Depressionworksincycles. 1. Depression cycles down. •Depressionoftenbeginswithaproblemfollowedbyasinfulresponsetothatproblemwhich leads to a complicating problem.

•Hopelessthoughtsleadtogreaterhopelessness.

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•Failuretoperformduties/choresmakesonefeelmoreguiltyanddepressed,whichmakesit harder to perform duties.

2.Depressedpeoplecancyclebackupagain.

3.Peoplewhoarepronetodepressiontendtocycleinandoutofdepression.

4. Many have patterns of alternating high activity followed by depression (“bi-polar” or manic-depressive).

5.Itoftentakesalongtimeforapersontocomeoutofdepression.Ps 88: 13-18

F.Depressionisveryserious. 1. Some are debilitated.

2.Thosewhodespairareatriskofsuicide.2 Sam 16:23; 17:14, 23; Jonah 4:3

3.DepressedpeopleareoftenangryatGod,othersandthemselves.

G.Itisverydifficultanddrainingtocounseldepressedpeople.

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A. Listen sympathetically and patiently. Prov 20:5; 25:20; Matt 7:1ff

B. What is the cause of this depression?

C.Whatisthehistory/patternofdepression?

D. What lies is your depression telling you?

E.Arethecounselee’sphysicalneedsbeingmet?

F.Whoelseisbeingaffected?Depressioniscontagious.

G.Offerencouragement.

H.Praywithandforyourcounselee.

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A.Psalm32 1.Sinmakesyourlifemiserable.Ps 32:3-4

2.David’sdepressionliftedwhenherepentedofhissin.Ps 32:1,5

3.Oursiniscovered,forgiven,andnotimputedagainstusbecauseofChrist.Isa 53:3ff

B.Psalm73 1. Injustice in the world can test your faith. Ps 73:1-14

2. You need a change in perspective - from the here and now to the eternal and heavenly. Ps 73:15-28

3.Theworlddoesnotchange,butthepsalmistdoes,ashefindssatisfactioninGodalone. Ps 73: 25-26

4.ChristenduredinjusticeforusandmakesusfitforGod’sholypresence.

C.Psalm42-43 1.Understandhowthedepressedpersonfeels–dryanddrowningallatthesametime. Ps 42:1-4,

6-10; 43:1-4; Jonah 2:3ff

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2.Stoplisteningtoyourselfandstarttalkingtoyourself(MLJ).Ps 42:5, 11; 43:5

•Don’tjudgerealitybyyourcircumstances.2 Cor 5:7; 2 Kgs 6:16-17

•RememberyourpastenjoymentoffellowshipwithGod.Ps 42:4

•RememberGod’scovenantloving-kindness.Ps 42:8; Isa. 49:15; Jonah 2:7

•HopeinGod–practicaleschatology.Ps 42:5b, 11b; 43:5b; Jonah 2:9; Job 13:15

3.Youmayhavetokeepremindingyourselfofthesametruths.Ps 42:5, 11; 43:5

4.GotoGodtoquenchyourspiritualthirst.Ps 42:1-2, 4; Isa 55:1-2

5.PraiseGodwithjoy–thecircumstancesdonotchange,butthepsalmististransformedfrom despair to joy. Ps 43:4; 42:8

6.Jesussufferedtheultimatespiritualthirstforyousothatyouwouldthirstnomore.John

19:28; 4:13-15; 7:37-39; 6:35; Matt 26:37ff

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D.Psalm88 1. Depression can be very deep.

2.Depressiondoesnotalwaysgoawayquickly.

3. Sometimes depressed people simply need to be encouraged to endure.

A.Makesurephysicalneedsarebeingmet:sleep,food,exercise,etc.1 Kgs 19:4, 9-10

B. Deal biblically with depression. 1. Confess and repent of sin. Ps 32:5

2.SubmittoGod’ssovereigntyoveryourcircumstances.Ps 73:15f f; Rom 8:28; Gen. 50:20

3.Stoplisteningtoyourselfandstarttalkingtoyourself.Phil 4:8

4.HopeinGod.Ps 42:5, 11; 43:5; Rom 8:29ff; Heb 13:5

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5.OfferthanksandpraisetoGod.Ps 43:4; 73:8; 32:11

6.StarttocycleoutofdepressionbyservingGodandothers. 1 Kgs 19:12-17; Matt 6:33; 22:37-39;

Phil 2:3-4; 2 Cor 5:9

C. Biblical memory and study. 1.Psalm32

2.Psalm73

3.Psalm42

4.Jeremiah17:5-8

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Books

Fitzpatrick,E.&Hendrickson,L.,Will Medicine Stop the Pain?Hodges,Charles,Good Mood Bad Mood: Help and Hope for Depression and Bipolar Disorder.Lloyd-Jones,Martin,Spiritual Depression.Mack,Wayne,Down but Not Out.Mack,Wayne,Homework Manual for Biblical Living Volume 1. “Depression Homework.”Vincent,Milton,The Gospel Primer.Welch,Ed,Blame It on the Brain. Welch,Ed,Depression: A Stubborn Darkness.

Booklets

Adams,Jay,What Do You Do When You Become dDepressed? (pamphlet)Black,Jeffrey,Suicide: Understanding and Intervening.Welch,Ed,Depression: The Way Up When You Are Down.

Audios

Hodges,Charles.“GoodMood,BadMood:HelpforDepression.”Newheiser,Jim.“BlessedForgiveness–Psalm32.”Newheiser,Jim.“ThirstingforGod–Psalms42-43.”Newheiser,Jim.“WhydotheWickedProsper?–Psalm73.”Scipione,George.“Depression.”


TheJournalofBiblicalCounseling18(2Winter2000).TheJournalofBiblicalCounseling18(3Spring2000).Welch,Ed.“PossibleHomeworkAssignmentsandStrategies.”

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A. Worry is a problem of the mind.

B. Worry is sin. Phil 4:6-7; Matt 6:34

C. Worry is rooted in unbelief. Matt 6:30

D. The person who worries desires something in the place of God.

E. Worry can become life dominating. 1. Worry can lead to depression.

2. Worry can affect you physically. 1 Cor 6:19-20

F. Worry, stress, and fear are closely related.

G. Don’t deal with worry sinfully.

Biblical Counseling: Worry and Anxiety

Understanding Worry

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Why Shouldn’t You Worry? The Disease: Matt 6:25-32, 34

1. By trying to control whatever it is that worries you.

2. By misusing drugs, alcohol, shopping, etc.

H. It is not wrong to plan, so long as you leave the outcome to God. Prov 21:5; Matt 6:34; Prov 16:9

A. Worry is senseless because your Heavenly Father cares for you. Matt 6:25-26, 28-30

1. Because God has already given you the greater gift of life, you can trust Him to provide the lesser needs of sustenance. Matt 6:25; 7:9-11; Rom 8:32

2. If God provides for the physical needs of the lesser creation, surely he will take care of you, His children. Matt 6:26, 28-30; Ps 147:9; 104:25, 27; Rom 1:20

B. Worry is useless because it accomplishes nothing. Matt 6:27, 34

1. Anxiety is futile. Matt 6:27; Heb 9:27; Ps 31:15; 39:4-6; Luke 12:20; Job 14:5

2. While fretting cannot lengthen your life, it may shorten it!

3. Worry about tomorrow keeps you from being productive today. Matt 6:34

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C. Worry is faithless because it denies God’s loving care for you. Matt 6:30b-32; 8:26

1. Ultimately anxiety is due to unbelief. Matt 6:30b; 8:26; 14:30-31; 16:8; 17:20

2. By worrying you are behaving like an unbeliever. Matt 6:31-32a

3. Fretting is unworthy of a child of the King. Matt 6:32b; 10:29-31; Ps 84:11

You Can Stop Worrying. The Cure: Matt 6:33

A. Commit yourself to the Lord’s business. Matt 6:33a

B. Trust God to meet your needs. Matt 6:33b; Heb 4:15; 13:5-6; Isa 26:3; Ps 55:22; 46:1-2

1. Cast your cares upon the Lord. 1 Pet 5:7; Phil 4:6

2. If you take care of His business, He will take care of yours. 1 Kgs 3:10-14

3. If you rely upon Him, he will not disappoint you. Ps 37:25; 34:10; Rom 9:33; 10:11; 1 Pet 2:6;

1 Cor 10:13

C. Give thanks for His bountiful provision and be content. Phil 4:6; 1 Thess 5:18; Phil 4:12; 1 Tim 6:6-8;

Heb 13:5-6

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A. Rejoice in the Lord always. Phil 4:4

1. God commands you to be joyful. Phil 3:1; 1 Thess 5:16 •HowcanPaultellyoutobejoyful?

•Youareresponsibleforhowyoufeel.

2. True and lasting joy is found only in the Lord. 1 Pet 1:8

•Anyothersourceofjoywillletyoudown.Prov 23:4-5

•JoyisafruitoftheHolySpirit.Gal 5:22f f

Don’t Misunderstand or Abuse God’s Promises!

A.Jesusisnotsayingthatyouwon’thaveanyproblems.Matt 6:34b; Gen 3:17-19

B.Jesusisnotadvocatingcarefreeirresponsibility.Matt 25:14-30

1. God ordinarily provides through means– sowing and reaping. Matt 6:26; Gen 3:19 Believers are not exempt from having to earn a living. 2 Thess 3:10

2.Youareresponsibletotakecareoftoday’stroublestoday,asGodenablesyou.Matt 6:34;

1 Tim 5:8, 13; 2 Thess 3:10; Lam 3:22-23

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•TheLordissufficientcauseforcontinualjoy.Phil 3:8-10; 3:20-21; 4:5; Ps 37:4; 16:11;

John 15:11; Luke 1:14; 19:37; Acts 8:39; 13:48; Rev 19:6

B. Be yielding and gentle towards all people. Phil 4:5

1.Howdoesforbearancerelatetojoyandpeace? •Don’tbethekindofpersonwhoisalwaysfranticallylookingoutforhimself.

C. Instead of being anxious, pray. Phil 4:6-7

1. Turn to God with all your concerns. 1 Pet 5:7; Heb 11:6 •Prayer.Col 4:2; Matt 6:32

•Supplication.Eph 6:18; Heb 5:7; 1 Pet 3:12

•Thanksgiving.Eph 5:4; Col 4:2; 1 Tim 2:1ff; Rom 1:21; Phil 1:12-17; 2:17-18

•MakeyourrequeststoGod.1 John 5:15

2. God’s own peace shall guard your hearts and your minds. 1 Pet 1:5; John 14:27

•NoticewhatPauldoesn’tpromise.

•God’sownpeaceisofsurpassingvalue.

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A.Whatisthefocusofworry?

B.Whatisthispersonseeking?

C.Whatisthehistory/patternofworry?

D.Howisthispersonseekingtodealwithworryinasinfulway?

Data Gathering/Interpretation

A.Pray.Phil 4:6-7

1. Adoration.

2. Confession.

3. Thanksgiving. Recall His past faithfulness.

4.Supplication.1 Pet 5:7

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B. Rejoice in the Lord. Phil 4:4-5

C. Trust God for the outcome. Jas 4:13-17

D.Meditateuponwhatisprofitable.Phil 4:8-9

E.DesireandseekfirstGod’skingdom.Matt 6:33; Matt 6:19-24

1.Focusuponfulfillingyourcallinginlife.

2. Don’t follow your feelings.

F. Keep an anxiety and prayer journal.

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Booklets

Adams,Jay,What Do You Do When You Worry All the Time?.Lutz,Susan,Thankfulness: Even When it Hurts.Powlison,David,Worry: Pursuing a Better Path to Peace.

Books

Fitzpatrick, Elyse, Overcoming Fear, Worry and Anxiety.Mack,Wayne,The Fear Factor.Mack,Wayne,Homework Manual for Bibical Living Volume 1.

Audios

Fitzpatrick, Elyse. “For Women Worriers.”Newheiser,Jim.“Don’tWorry,BeHoly.Matt6:25-34.”Newheiser,Jim.“HowtoHaveJoyandPeace.Philippians4:4-7”Scippione,George.“What,MeWorry?”


“WorryHomework–SampleAssignments”

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A. Fear is not necessarily sinful. 1. We are to fear God. Prov 1:7; Ps 90:11; Isa 6:1ff

2. Fear is a reasonable and helpful response to danger. 1 Cor 10:12

B. Fear has physical manifestations. Deut 2:25; Exod 15:16; Isa 35:3-4; 1 Sam 25:37; Gen 27:33

C. Fear can be very damaging. 1. Fear can keep one from fulfilling his duties to God and others. Prov 22:13; 28:1

2. Obsessive-compulsive disorder.

D. Fear becomes sinful when... 1. You fear men more than God. Prov 29:25; Isa 29:13

2. You fail to trust God.

Biblical Counseling: Fear

Understanding Fear

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Review of Previous Segment

3. You want control and certainty which belong to God alone.

4. Fear keeps you from fulfilling your responsibilities to God.

E. Keys to overcoming fear. 1. That which is to be most feared, God’s wrath, has been removed by Christ. Matt 10:28;

Heb 2:14-15; 1 John 4:18

2. The Lord is your shepherd. Ps 23

3. The righteous are characterized by boldness, not fear. Prov 28:1; Rev 21:8

4. When facing fears the crucial question is: What does God want you to do?

5. For those who fear imperfection, your perfection is in Christ.

6. Only God possesses certainty and control. You must trust Him. Rom 8:28; Deut 29:29;

Prov 3:23-26

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A. The fear of man brings a snare. Prov 29:25

1. Fear of another person

2. Fear in the sense of being a “people pleaser” rather than a “God pleaser”:

B. View of God and man becomes distorted 1. When People Are Big and God is Small by Ed Welch

The Fear of Man

Introduction to Jeremiah 17:5-8

A. Don’t rely upon the flesh. Jer 17:5

1. Israel was inclined to trust men. Jer 2:14-19; 46:25

•SheclaimedtohopeinGod.

•Yetshewasresortingtoherowndevices.Jer 5:31

•Shetrustedfalseprophets.Jer 7:4, 8

If You Trust in Mankind, You Will Be Cursed Jer 17:5-6; 11:3; Gen 3:14, 17

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•Shesoughthelpfromforeignalliances.Isa 31:1-3; Ezek 29:16; 2 Kgs 24:1

•SheforgotGod’sgreatdeedsofthepast,despisedGod’sgraciouspromises,andignored His threats.

2. Man in all of his power and glory is but frail flesh. Jer 17:5a

3. When you trust mankind, your heart is turned away from the Lord. Jer 17:5b; 2:13; 5:23;

3:2, 6-10; 2:20

•Healoneistobethearmofyourstrength.Jer 27:5; 32:17; Isa 33:2

•Trustinanyoneoranythingelseisnothinglessthanidolatry(spiritualadultery).

•Youviolatethegreatestcommandment.Deut 6:5

B. If you do, your life will wither away. Jer 17:6 1. You will be desolate and hopeless.

2.SuchwastheconditionofIsraelasJeremiahwrote:underGod’scurse:exile.Jer 8:13; 11:16;

1:15; 25:9; Deut 28:15ff; 29:22-23; Ezek 17:8-10; 19:10-13

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3.Suchistheconditionofallhumanityapartfromdivinegrace.Ps 129:6

C. Application: like Israel, the church is inclined to unfaithfulness to God. 1. Don’t entrust yourself to people in the world! •Governmentleaders/militarypowers.Ps 146:3-5; 44:6; 20:7; Deut 28:52; Isa 31:1-2

•Employersanddoctors.

2. Don’t wrongfully entrust yourself to others in relationships. •Family. Ps 27:10; Isa 49:15

•Friendship. Prov 25:19

•Co-dependency(co-idolatry).

Trust God and You Will Be Blessed Jer 17:7-8

A. Will you entrust yourself to the LORD? Jer 17:7; Ps 31:24

1. Hope in God alone. Prov 3:5-6; Isa 26:3-4 •Repentofallotherhopes.John 15:5

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•AcknowledgeHimineverythingyoudo.

•EntrustyourselfbyfollowingHisWord.Prov 16:20

•Theissueisnotmereoutwardworksorceremony,butyourheart!

2. God alone is trustworthy. Ps 27:3; 118:8-9; 40:4; 62:5-6; 22:5; Isa 50:10; Prov 14:26

B. You will flourish. Ps 52:8; 1:3; 92:13-14 1. Your security will be unshakeable. Ps 34:8; Isa 44:4; Phil 1:6; Ezek 47:12

2. When hard times come, you will endure. 2 Cor 4:8-11, 16-18

•ThereisnopromisethatthosewhotrustGodwillavoidtrials.Jer 14:1; 42:16

•Thebelieverlivesabovecircumstances.

•ThesetrialsareusedbyGodtostrengthenyou.Heb 12:6-11; Rom 5:3-4

•Theremnantwilltakerootandberenewed.Isa 37:31

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3. You will flourish: continually bearing fruit unto the glory of God. John 15:5

A.BelieverswhoarelivinginfearhavelostsightofthefactthattheLordistheirShepherd

B.It’snotaboutchangingcircumstancesbutrecognizingthatrightnowtheLordisyourShepherd. Gen 49:24; 48:15; Ps 77:20 1. He cares for you. Ps 23; 2-3

2. He meets your needs. Ps 23:1

3. He feeds you. Ps 23:5

4. He helps you get through the evil times. Ps 23:4

C. Be honest and realistic: You may not be delivered from trials, but God will be with you. 1.Beinghissheepdoesnotexemptyoufromtemporaryhardshipanddanger. •TheLordwillsustainyouthroughthevalleyoftheshadowofdeath.Ps 23:4

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Data Gathering/Interpretation

•ItmaybeGod’ssovereignpurposetoletyousufferthroughthatwhichyouwereafraid Heb 11:32-40

2.TheGoodShepherdNeverLeavesYou.Exod 3:12; Isa 43:2; John 10:12-13

•Eveninhardshipyourfaithdoesnothavetofail

A. Of what is the counselee afraid?

B. Why is the counselee afraid? 1.Pastexperience(i.e.,abuse,etc.).

2.Experiencesofothers(e.g.frienddiedofcancer).

C. What is the counselee’s view of God?

Homework for Those Who Fear

A. Follow the same assignments as listed in the section on worry.

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B. Learn to trust God, focusing upon the keys to overcoming fear. Prov 3:5-6; Jas 4:13-17

C. Keep a fear journal.

Books

Fitzpatrick, Elyse, Overcoming Fear, Worry and Anxiety.Mack, Wayne, The Fear Factor.Mack, Wayne, Homework Manual for Bibical Living Volume 1.Welch, Ed, When People are Big and God is Small.

Booklets

Adams,Jay,What Do You Do When Fear Overcomes You?Emlet, Michael R., OCD: Freedom for the Obsessive-Compulsive.

Audios

Fitzpatrick, Elyse. “For Women Worriers.”Newheiser,Jim“Don’tWorry,BeHoly.Matt6:25-34.”Newheiser,Jim“HowtoHaveJoyandPeace.Philippians4:4-7”Scippione,George.“What,MeWorry?”


Gustafson, Darrell. “The Panic ‘Fear’ Attack.”“FearHomeworkAssignmentSamples”“SolutionstoFear”“WorryHomework–SampleAssignments”

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A. Temptation follows a pattern. Jas 1:13-15

B. We have come to one of the most tragic chapters in the entire Bible.

C. I thank God for recording this incident in His perfect Word. 1. It shows that the Bible is honest about its heroes. Jer 17:5-6

2. It serves as a warning to us against sin and presumption. 1 Cor 10:12

3. It is instructive about how temptation and sin occur, so that we might be able to resist and escape.

4. It accurately portrays the ugliness and the consequences of sin.

5. It offers hope to the worst of sinners who repents. Ps 32; 51

6. It reminds us that no earthly hero will suffice. We need a better king than David.

Temptation Part 1

David’s Catastrophic Sin 2 Sam 11:1-5

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David Falls into Sin

A. David did not fall suddenly – there were harbingers to David’s fall. 2 Sam 11:1-2a

1. Rather than seeking and enjoying personal intimacy with one wife, David had acquired many wives for his own power and pleasure. 2 Sam 5:13; Gen 2:18ff; Deut 17:17

2. Apparently prosperity and security had put David off his guard. Prov 30:8-9

3. David drifted into ingratitude and undervaluing the things of God. 2 Sam 12:7-9

4. David was guilty of neglecting his duties as king. 2 Sam 11:1-2a; 10:9ff; 1 Sam 8:20

B. Sin follows a progression - first, sin is conceived in the heart. 2 Sam 11:2b-3; Jas 1:13-14

1. Don’t try to blame God when you are tempted. Jas 1:13-14; Gen 3:12

2. Sin occurs, not because of temptation from the outside, but from within our hearts. Jas 1:13-14; Mark 7:14-23

3. David sees beautiful Bathsheba bathing. 2 Sam 11:2a; 1 Sam 16:12

4. Temptation often enters through the “eye-gate”. Gen 3:6; 1 John 2:16; 2 Pet 2:14; Num 15:39

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5. David then moves from looking, to entertaining lustful thoughts as he inquires about the bathing woman. 2 Sam 11:3a; Matt 5:28

6. The answer David received should have stopped him in his tracks. 2 Sam 11:3b; 23:39, 34

C. Sinful desire in the heart ultimately results in the tragic act of sin. 2 Sam 11:4; Jas 1

1. David sends for Bathsheba, thus involving others in his crime.

2. He takes her. 2 Sam 12:4, 9, 11; Lev 18:22

3. The description of David’s sin with Bathsheba is succinct. 2 Sam 11:4a

4. Afterwards Bathsheba went home.

D. What responsibility does Bathsheba bear? 1. Shouldn’t she have been more modest, realizing that she could be seen? 1 Tim 2:9

2. Shouldn’t she have refused David’s advances? Deut 22:22-24

3. Her husband Uriah was not afraid to stand up to David. 2 Sam 11:11

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4. It is ironic that she is so concerned about outward ceremonial cleanness while violating the seventh commandment against adultery. 2 Sam 11: 4b; Lev 15:25ff

E. Finally sin brings forth deadly consequences. 2 Sam 11:5; Jas 1:15b; Prov 6:32-33; 7:26ff; Deut 22:22

1. The conception of a child, which should be an occasion for great joy, is seen as a tragedy. 1 Sam 1:19ff; Ps 127:1ff

2. David’s attempts to cover up his guilt will only compound his sin. 2 Sam 11:6ff; Num 32:23

3. David’s sin will affect him and many others for the rest of his life. Gal 6:7ff

4. Sexual sin is not merely a private matter which involves only two people.

A. Be on your guard. 1. Don’t think that it can’t happen to you. 1 Cor 10:12; 1 Pet 5:8

2. Guard your heart. Prov 4:23

3. Guard your eyes. 2 Tim 2:22

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4. Also protect your thoughts. Phil 4:8-9

5. Neglect of the small things can lead to a big fall. Jas 1:15

6. Don’t think that you can toy with sin without experiencing the consequences.

7. Sinful desire indulged will produce sinful acts.

8. Don’t be a stumbling block to others.

B. Nurture your own relationship with the Lord - don’t let your love for Him grow cold. Matt 22:37; 2

Tim 2:22; Rev 2:5; Rom 8:13 1. If you are walking closely with God, you will not be vulnerable to sin. Gen 39:9

2. Remember who you are. Rom 6:11; Col 3:5

3. Pray that He will keep you from temptation. Matt 6:13; Luke 22:40; Jude 24

C. Stay busy fulfilling God’s calling on your life. Col 3:23; 2 Tim 1:6

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1. You are especially vulnerable to temptation when you are negligent of your duties. 1 Thess 5:7

2. Stay busy in your vocation, in your family and in your church.

D. Guard your marriage. Gen 2:18ff; Eph 5:22ff; Prov 5:15ff; 1 Cor 7:2ff; Song of Songs

E. If you have started to give in to temptation, abort the sin before it is too late. Gen 39:6ff; 2 Tim 2:22;

Matt 5:29-30; Rom 6:12-14; 8:13; 1 Cor 10:13

1. At every stage David could have chosen to turn from his sin. Job 31:1

2. Take radical action to kill your sin before it kills you. Matt 5:29ff; Rom 8:13

3. Seek accountability.

4. The longer you wait, the worse the consequences will become.

F. God offers hope and grace to fallen sinners. 1. The significance of David’s’ fall goes beyond merely warning us about temptation. 1 Cor 10:11

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2. David, for all of his excellent qualities, was not able to fulfill God’s covenant.

3. We need someone greater than David to be our King.

4. Jesus is the Son of David who never sins or fails. He is a King who gives.

5. Jesus comes to the aid of those who are tempted. Heb. 2:18

6. Jesus forgives those who confess and forsake their sin. 1 John 1:8-10; Ps 32

Audios

Newheiser, Jim. “The Pain of Porn.”


Newheiser, Jim. “The Pain of Porn.”

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A. Review: Temptation follows a pattern. Jas 1:13-15

B. The problem is in the heart. Mark 7:14-23; Prov 4:23; Matt 5:22, 28

C. Addictions are not diseases.

D. God will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able. 1 Cor 10:13

E. Christ has set you free from slavery to sin. Rom 6:11, 18

F. You are responsible to fight sin. Rom 6:12ff

G. Temptation needs to be dealt with radically. Matt 5:29-30; 2 Tim 2:22

H. You need to see that God is most desirable. John 7:38

1. Lady wisdom and madam folly both call out. Prov 9:1-5, 13-18

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2. Temptation never will completely satisfy, only Christ can. Isa 55:1-2

3. Joseph’s example. Gen 39:9

4. As counselors we need to be experiencing this to be able to teach our counselees.

A. A controversial subject.

B. Substance abuse is a growing problem.


What Does the Bible Say About Drinking

A. There is a legitimate use for wine. 1. Wine is a symbol of prosperity, celebration and blessing. Prov 9:2; 3:10; Eccl 9:7; Ps 104:14-15;

Judg 9:13; Joel 3:18

2. While the alcohol content of wine in biblical times was less than modern liquor, it was still potentially intoxicating. John 2:10; Acts 2:15; Luke 7:33-34

3. Wine was used for medicinal purposes. Prov 31:6-7; Luke 10:34; Matt 21:28; 1 Tim 5:23

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4. There is nothing in the Bible condemning the use of alcoholic beverages in moderation.

B. Drunkenness is sinful and foolish! Prov 20:1; Isa 5:11-12, 22; Eph 5:18; Gal 5:21; Deut 21:20; Rom 13:13;

Luke 21:34 1. You harm yourself. Jer 51:7

•Youlosecontrolofyourselfandbecomeunfitforyourresponsibilities.Prov 31:4-5

•Youwillhurtphysically.Prov 23:29, 32-35

•Youlosefinancially:destitution.Prov 23:21; 21:17

•Youaremorepronetoindulgeinothersins:fighting,sexualimmorality,blasphemy,drugs. Prov 23:35; 20:1; Gen 19:32ff

2. You hurt others.

3. Ultimately you are sinning against your Creator and Master. 1 Cor 6:9, 19-20

C. Why do people abuse intoxicating substances? A problem of the heart. 1. People try to escape reality.

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How Can a Substance Abuser Be Set Free?

2. People love pleasure rather than God. Prov 23:31; 2 Tim 3:4; Phil 3:19

3. Ultimately the love of pleasure is idolatry: seeking in substances the satisfaction which can only be found in the LORD. Prov 20:1; Isa 55:1-2; Eccl 2:10-11; Luke 16:25

4. The same applications could be made to people who seek satisfaction in food (gluttony), material things (greed), etc. Prov 23:20-21; 21:17

A. The recovery movement (AA/12 step) is unscientific and unbiblical. (See The Useful Lie, by William L. Playfair, M.D.) 1. AA teaches that substance abuse is a disease: the medical model/recovery. •Thealcoholicisbornwiththediseaseandispowerless.

•Whenheisexposedtothesubstance,heisundercontroloftheaddiction.

•Thekeytorecoveryisfortheabusertoidentifyoneselfasanalcoholic.

•ThealcoholicmustparticipateinAAgroupmeetingsfortherestofhislife.

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•Thealcoholicmusttotallyabstainfromalcohol.

•Therecoverymodelisalsobeingusedforgambling,narcotics,theft,andsexualsin.

•Thismodelofaddictionisnotsupportedbymedicalresearch(eePlayfair).

2. The Bible teaches that substance abuse is sin: the moral model/redemption. •Whileitistruethatweareallbornsinfulandthatsomemaybemoretemptedbysomesins than others, we are responsible for rebelling against God’s law.

•Peoplebecomeaddictedbymakingsinfulchoices.John 8:34; 1 Cor 6:12

•Believersarenolongerenslavedtosin(orsubstances).Rom 6:18

•WefindouridentityinChrist.1 Cor 6:9-11

3. AA is a counterfeit religion. •Acounterfeitbook(anddecalogue).

•Acounterfeittheology:TheHigherPower:“GodasyouunderstandHim”

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•Acounterfeitanthropology:thediseasemodel,codependency.

•Acounterfeitredemptionexperience:admissionthatyouareanalcoholic.

•Acounterfeitidentity:alcoholicversusChristian.1 Cor 6:9-12

•Acounterfeitchurch:fellowship,discipleship,etc.

•Counterfeitevangelism.

4.Isitworthwhiletohave“Christian”12-stepprograms?Lev 18:3ff; Col 2:3, 8-10

5.Shouldweencourageunbelieverstogointo12-stepprograms?

B.Biblical“recovery”fromsubstanceabuse.Eph 5:18; 4:22-24; Rom 13:13-14

1. Put off sin. Do not get drunk with wine. Rom 13:13; 1 Pet 4:3

•Repent:2 Cor 7:10-11

•LooktoGodtoforgiveyouthroughChrist.1 John 1:8-2:2

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•AsanewcreatureinChrist.Oldthingshavepassedaway.2 Cor 5:17; 1 Cor 6:11

•Youarenolongeraslavetosin.Rom 6:18

•Livealifeofsobrietyandselfcontrol.Gal 5:23; 1 Cor 6:12

2. Put on righteousness. Be filled with the Spirit. Rom 13:14; 6:18; Gal 5:16

•BecontrolledbytheHolySpiritinsteadofsubstances.

•FindyourpleasureandsatisfactioninChrist’sspiritualblessings.Isa 55:3

•EnjoyearthlyblessingsinmoderationtothegloryofGodwiththankfulness. Prov 25:16;

1 Tim 4:4-5; 1 Cor 10:31

•InvestyourtimeandenergyinyourGod-givenvocation.Eph 5:15-18

C. Practice biblical confrontation/discipline. Matt 18:15-20

1.Level1:Self-control.

2. Level 2: Personal confrontation: 1 on 1. Matt 18:15; Gal 6:1; Eph 4:15

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Concluding Applications

3. Level 3: Confrontation with 2 or 3 witnesses. Matt 18:16

4. Level 4: Tell it to the church. Matt 18:17a

5. Level 5: Excommunication. Matt 18:17b-20; 1 Cor 5:11; 6:9-10

6.Afterrepentancethereisrestoration.2 Cor 2:5-11

D. Does the biblical method always work? Sometimes people choose to remain in sin.

A. Make wise personal choices with alcoholic beverages. 1. Don’t abuse your liberty by becoming intoxicated or breaking the law.

2.Don’tbeenslavedtoyourappetites.Beself-controlled.1 Cor 6:12; 9:27

3. If your conscience is not clear, it is better to abstain. Rom 14:23; 1 Cor 10:31

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4. Don’t put yourself into situations in which you might be tempted to misuse alcohol. Prov 23:30a; 1 Cor 10:12; 1 Pet 2:16; Matt 5:29-30

•Evilcompanions. Prov 23:20; 1 Pet 4:3; 1 Cor 15:33

•Don’tassumethatitcouldn’thappentoyou.1 Cor 10:12; Gen 9:20ff

5. Don’t abuse your liberty by causing a weaker brother to stumble. Rom 14:21; Gal 5:13; 1 Cor 8:13

B. The key issue is your heart. Prov 4:2

Data Gathering

A. What is the counselee’s history in dealing with this temptation?

B. What is the counselee’s pattern of falling into this temptation?

C. Are you sure the counselee is a Christian?

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Homework

A. Keep a temptation log.

B. Radically deal with sources of temptation. Matt 5:29-30; Prov 5:8; 2 Tim 2:22

C. Fill your mind with what is best. Phil 4:8-9

D. Be busy serving God and others.

E. Establish accountability.

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Books

Cleveland, Mike, Pure Freedom: Breaking the Addiction to Pornography.Cleveland, Mike, The Lord’s Table: A Biblical Approach to Weight Loss.Fitzpatrick, Elyse, Love to Eat, Hate to Eat.Harris, Joshua, Not Even a Hint.Piper, John, Sex and the Supremacy of Christ.Mack, Wayne, Homework Manual for Biblical Living, Volume 1, “Life Dominating Sins.”Playfair, William L. M.D., The Useful Lie.Welch, Edward, Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave.

Booklets

Adams, Jay, What Do You Do When You Know You’re Hooked?Powlison, David, Pornography: Slaying the Dragon.Welch, Edward, Just One More: When Desires Don’t Take No for an Answer.

Audios

Fitzpatrick,Elyse.“LovetoEat,HatetoEat.”Mack,Wayne.“DealingwithLustfulTemptation.”Needham,Bob.“DrugandAlcoholAbuse.”Newheiser,Jim.“SatisfactionfortheThirsty:Isa.55.”Newheiser,Jim.“SexualWisdom:Proverbs5-7.”Newheiser,Jim.“ThePainofPorn.”Playfair.“HelpingAddicts.”Playfair.“HelpingAlcoholics.”Playfair.“TheTwelveStepsandAA.”Scipione,George.“LifeDominatingSins.”Welch,Ed.“SubstanceAbuseCounseling.”

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A. What is wrong with Connie?

B. To what extent does our body (nature) and relationships (nurture) affect our hearts?

C. My growth in understanding of the influences on the human heart.

Understanding the Influences of Nature and Nurture

Introduction

CDC 20

Understanding Human Nature

A. We are duplex creatures – our inner self is embodied. Gen 2:7; 2 Cor 4:16; 5:8; Phil 2:3; Matt 22:32;

Rev 6:10

1. The inner person – referred to as the heart, soul, mind, spirit. Deut 6:5; Heb 4:12

2. The outer person – the body (including the brain).

3. Secular materialism denies the existence of the soul.

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2 ~ Understanding the Influences of Nature and Nurture

Understanding How Your Outer Self (Nature/Body) Influences Your Heart

A. Both your inner person and your outward person are affected by the Fall. Rom 8:7-8, 20-23, 6:23;

1 Cor 2:14

1. Our bodies experience weakness, which is not sinful. Matt 26:40; John 9:1ff

2. Some bodily weaknesses are temporary, while others are lifelong.

B. Your inner self influences the body. Ps 38:1-8; Prov 17:22; 14:30; Luke 6:43-44 1. Sin often has physical effects. Ps 32:3-4

B. We exist in the context of society – we are socially embedded duplex creatures.

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2. Your body reflects your heart – facial expression, tone of voice, pulse, etc.

3. The inner person of a Christian keeps the flesh under control. Rom 6:11-13

4. The body carries out the desires of the heart. Luke 6:45; Col 1:21; 2 Cor 5:10

C. Your body influences your inner person. 1. What happens in the body can affect you spiritually. Job 2:4-6

2. Bodily trials and weakness (including brain issues) may increase temptation.

D. Your body can never cause your heart to sin. Genetics are not determinative. 1. Sin comes from within. Mark 7:14-23; Jas 1:13-15

2. God will not allow an external temptation greater than we can bear. 1 Cor 10:13

3. The inner self chooses how to respond to bodily temptation. Prov 4:20-23

E. Things to keep in mind when counseling.

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1. Bodily issues should not be ignored, but compassionately understood.

2. Distinguish between bodily weakness (including brain malfunction) and sin.

3. The opinion of a medical doctor may be helpful.

4. You may need to learn about Alzheimer’s, dementia, brain injury, stroke, schizophrenia, autism (Asperger’s), bi-polar, etc.

5. When in doubt, assume the best. 1 Cor 13:7

6. People with brain injury or weakness may need to humbly accept their limitations and learn to trust God and those who love them. Prov 3:5-6

F. Encouraging people who struggle with bodily weakness. 1. You are fearfully and wonderfully made. Ps 139:13-16

2. God is sovereign over your bodily trials. Job 2:1-8; John 9:3

3. Bodily weakness cannot hold you back from spiritual growth. 2 Cor 12:7-10

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4. Through Christ we can do all things to which God has called us in spite of physical limitations. Phil 4:13; Prov. 20:12; Rom 6:17; 1 Cor 10:31

5. One day we will have perfect bodies (including our brains). Phil 3:20-21

Understanding How Your Social Context Affects Your Heart

A. God created us to be social creatures. Gen 1:27-28; 2:18; Luke 10:29-37

B. We live in a fallen world and are surrounded by many evil influences. 1 John 5:19

1. Israel was warned against corrupt pagan neighbors. Deut 7:1-4; 5:9-10; 18:9

2. Proverbs warns us against foolish companions and the fear of man – peer pressure. Prov 1:10ff;

13:20; 23:20-21; 29:25

3. The New Testament contains similar warnings about the company you keep. 1 Cor 15:33;

2 Cor 6:14ff; Rom 12:1ff

4. Some people are hurt by social influences which are beyond their control.

C. We also can be affected positively by those who are godly and wise. Phil. 3:17; Luke 6:40; Acts 4:13; Heb

13:7; 6:12; Prov 13:20; 29:15; 6:4; John 13:15; 1 Pet 2:21

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D. Social influences are not determinative – the heart chooses. Ezek 18:5-18

1. We can reject good/wise influences. Ezek 18:5-13; Matt 10:32-37; 1 Kgs 12:1ff

2. We can overcome evil influences. Ezek 18:14-18; 1 Pet 1:14-19; Eph 4:18ff

E. Counseling people who deal with difficult social/relationship influences. 1. Relational experiences should not be ignored, but compassionately understood. Rom 12:15;

Prov 20:5

2. Counselees cannot blame their sin on outside influences. 1 Cor 10:13; Mark 7:14ff

3. Help counselees to biblically evaluate the influences in their lives and to take appropriate corrective steps (including overcoming the fear of man). Prov 29:25

4. One’s relationship with God should be the primary influence in life. Those who trust Him will flourish in all circumstances. Jer 17:5-8; Ps 27:10; Heb 13:5

5. We can enjoy the blessed influence of God’s people in the church community.

6. Learn from Joseph, who flourished despite his dysfunctional family. Gen 37-50

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Conclusion 2 Cor 4:7-10, 16-18

A. Biblical counselors address the inner man using God’s Word.

B. While we reject both genetic determinism and social determinism, we recognize that the Bible teaches that both body and social environment influence the inner person.


Emlet, Michael, “Understanding the Influences on the Human Heart,” Journal of Biblical Counseling (Winter, 2002).

Books

Fitzpatrick, E. & Hendrickson, L., Will Medicine Stop the Pain?Welch, Ed, Blame it on the Brain.

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AppendixCDC Certification Forms

For the most updated information please see www.ibcd.org/cdc

Level 1 Test 1d

IBCD Care & Discipleship Certification Level 1 Exam

Version 1d

Instructions These are open Bible, open note exams. The purpose is not to be exhaustive, but to demonstrate that you understand the material as presented in The Basics of Biblical Counseling Course and can rightly apply the Scriptures to these issues. Please make sure your name is included on your answers to this exam. Short Answer These six questions should be answered in about 250 words each, which is approximately half of a single-spaced, typed page. 1. What are the unscriptural presuppositions of psychology? 2. Why is calling sins a disease (such as calling drunkenness “alcoholism”) a problem

when trying to counsel biblically? 3. What does it mean that the Bible is “sufficient” for counseling? 4. Explain the appropriate boundaries of confidentiality in biblical

counseling/discipleship. 5. Explain how to use both the indicative (what God has done for us) and the

imperative (what God commands us to do) in counseling. 6. Summarize how you would help someone understand trials biblically using James

1:2-8.

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Case Studies • These four questions should be answered in about 500 words each, which is

approximately ¾ of a single-spaced, typed page. This cannot be comprehensive but should cover the most important aspects of biblical counsel.

• Answers can be in bullet point format or prose. • The percentages indicate the approximate proportion of your answer. This is just

a helpful guide, not an exact requirement. • Answer the questions according to the information that should be conveyed in

each situation. Your answers can reflect the assumption that the counselor is the appropriate gender for the scenario.

7. Mary is worried about many things: her husband may lose his job, one of her

children may have a serious learning disability, and her father is very sick and may die.

a. What questions should be asked of her? (25%) b. What counsel (including indicatives and imperatives) should be given from

Scripture? (50%) c. What homework could be given to Mary? (25%)

8. John is struggling with depression. He has been unable to sleep at night. He has no

energy during the day. He does not want to go on living. a. What questions should be asked of him? (25%) b. What counsel (including indicatives and imperatives) should be given from

Scripture? (50%) c. What homework could be given to John? (25%)

9. Sam, a 16-year-old boy who helps in your church’s mid-week children’s program is

having a terrible time struggling with lust. Sometimes he looks at pornography. He has a girlfriend.

a. What questions should be asked of him? (25%) b. What counsel (including indicatives and imperatives) should be given from

Scripture? (50%) c. What homework could be given to Sam? (25%)

10. Phil and Jane had a major fight three nights ago. Phil was late getting home and did

not call to let Jane know. When he did arrive, she blew up at him and he became angry as well. They both said hurtful words to each other.

a. What questions should be asked of them? (25%) b. What counsel (including indicatives and imperatives) should be given from

Scripture? (50%) c. What homework could be given? (25%)

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Leader Interview 1b

IBCD Care & Discipleship Certification Level 1

Leader Interview Instructions These questions are to be asked to you by a leader in your church who works closely with the pastoral care and discipleship of the congregation. There is no “grade” for these questions, but they are a guide to ensure that your church is aware of what God has been teaching you and how you may be useful to the local body of believers. Be sure to have your church leader sign and date this form when completed. It will be turned in with your CDC Level 1 Application. 1. What are some concepts that you have found helpful in the Care & Discipleship training? 2. What life-experiences have you had that the Lord may use as you help others? 3. Read 1 Timothy 3:1-7. While these are qualifications for elders, the characteristics listed are exemplary for all Christians. In light of those qualifications, what are your strengths and weaknesses at this time? 4. How do you hope to continue to grow in your ability to care for and disciple other believers? 5. What types of needs or situations do you have a particular desire to help? Applicant’s name: ________________________________________________________ Church Leader’s name: ____________________________________________________ Church Leader’s signature: _________________________________________________ Date of interview: ______________________

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IBCD Care & Discipleship Certification Level 1

Application Instructions This application is to be submitted upon completion of the requirements for Level 1 Certification. Upon satisfactory completion you will be issued a Level 1 Certification. Registration Information First name: ________________________ Last name: _________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ Email: _________________________________________________________________ Phone number: __________________________________ Church name: ___________________________________________________________ Church address: __________________________________________________________ Certification Requirements 1. Instruction

I have listened to the CDC Level 1 course in its entirety. ________ (applicant’s initials)

I completed this instruction via

G mp3 G DVD G video download G other: ___________________ 2. Exam

I have completed the Level 1 Exam and am submitting it G electronically via email (sent to [email protected]) G as a hard copy (included with this application) G I would like to take this exam orally (extra charge applies)

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Certification Requirements continued 3. Electives

I have listened to the following 3 IBCD electives:

1. ________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________________________ 4. Interview

I have completed the Leader Interview and am submitting the signed form G electronically via email (sent to [email protected])

G as a hard copy (included with this application) 5. Application payment I am paying the $75 application fee by

G check (enclosed – made payable to IBCD) G credit card (complete credit card information on the next page)

Certification Information 1. I would like my name to appear as follows on my certificate:

_____________________________________________________ 2. I am submitting a picture of myself

G digitally (emailed to [email protected]) G as a hard copy (enclosed)

For Office Use Only G Registration info entered G Electives completed G Instruction completed G Interview completed G Exam received G Payment received G Exam passed G Certificate issued G Picture received

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Name on card: _____________________________________________________

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