Counseling
Counseling in the Bible encompasses a variety of concepts related to guidance, advice, and support, often framed within the context of seeking wisdom and understanding from God and others. In the Scriptures, "counsel" can refer to the advice given by wise individuals, the insights gained through prayer and reflection, and the guidance provided by God’s Word. Proverbs is rich with references to the importance of seeking counsel; for instance, Proverbs 15:22 states, "Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed." This highlights the value of collective wisdom in decision-making.Furthermore, biblical counseling often emphasizes the integration of spiritual principles with practical advice. The Apostle Paul, in his letters, frequently encourages believers to seek the wisdom of God and to support one another. For instance, in Colossians 3:16, Paul instructs the community to teach and admonish one another with wisdom. The role of the Holy Spirit is also crucial, as He provides divine guidance and comfort (John 14:26). Thus, biblical counseling is not merely about giving advice but is deeply rooted in scriptural truth, community support, and reliance on divine wisdom.
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A Counselling Ministry
By George Verwer1.3K1:07:53MAT 6:33ACT 2:41ACT 4:31In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of the four ships: relationship, discipleship, worship, and fellowship. He emphasizes the need for people to get involved in these ships and mentions the lack of participation from Florida. The preacher then reads from Ephesians 6, encouraging believers to be strong in the Lord and put on the whole armor of God to stand against the devil's schemes. He also mentions the importance of selling possessions and living a lifestyle aligned with Jesus Christ, despite it being an unpopular message. The sermon concludes with recommendations for books on spiritual growth and the need to find balance between discipline and liberty in the Christian life.
Christian Counseling
By Richard Sipley1.6K52:26PSA 1:1MAT 11:28ROM 15:14COL 2:1In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that there are no unique problems and that people's sins are not that different from one another. He encourages the audience to understand that others have gone through similar struggles and that there are no new sins under the sun. The preacher also highlights the importance of preaching like counseling, getting off the pedestal and walking with the Lord. He emphasizes that individuals have free will and are responsible for their choices, and that God will hold them accountable for how they respond to influence. The sermon references Romans 14, which states that every person will give an account of themselves to God.