1. Confident preaching on controversial topics: 10 ways to prepare If your subject is controversial and your heart is in your throat, it’s going to be hard to get your message out. Here are ten ways …[Read More] 2. 3 important environments for marriage preparation One of the most consistent themes that emerges in counseling young couples, especially in the critical … [Read more...]
Observing Refugee Sunday when your church is divided
Dr. Jamie D. Aten discusses three ways Scripture and scientific studies of humility can help your congregation navigate the refugee crisis. Many congregations stand divided on how to respond to the refugee crisis as we approach World Refugee Sunday. I personally have felt this tension; I am pro-refugee, and yet I know some Christians who disagree with my stance of welcoming … [Read more...]
10 indicators of successful, domestic-abuse counseling
In this reprinted article, counselor Leslie Vernick responds to a tricky question about “progress” after domestic abuse has been confronted. We trust you will benefit from her counsel to this woman. Consider how your conclusions about successful counseling of conflicted couples compare to hers. A question for Leslie Can you give suggestions as to what to look for … [Read more...]
3 important environments for marriage preparation
The expense of a wedding might be great ... One of the most consistent themes that emerges in counseling young couples, especially in the critical first five years, is the dramatic difference between the time and money that was invested in their wedding compared to the time and money that was invested in preparing for the rest of their lives together as husband and wife. The … [Read more...]
What to say to church members with financial problems
As a long-time pastor, I’ve counseled church members on all kinds of life issues. And now, as a speaker and expert on biblical finance with Dave Ramsey’s organization, I’ve grown especially comfortable counseling those with money problems. If you’re a pastor who is counseling financially hurting church members, know this: They probably feel scared, worried, angry, or lost. … [Read more...]
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