Do you ever feel uncomfortable talking about your faith, praying with others, or trying to comfort a friend? Christian Caregiving -- A Way of Life will... challenge and equip you to care for others in a distinctively Christian way.

Transitions Through Adult Life is a summary of what is known about adults and how they develop. More than a book describing life' crises, it portrays... the potential of life's transitions. It seeks to offer answers to the problems it analyzes. This book provides an overview of the various stages of adult life, what is typical in those stages, and how the church needs to be responsive to adults as they traverse the stages. The twenty-six chapters deal with young adulthood, middle adulthood, and older adulthood and most of the major events and challenges that one may encounter in those stages. Some of the specific topics include courtship, singleness, faith development, career, child-rearing, loss of loved ones, divorce, physical decline, etc. The chapters are succinct summaries of the significant dimensions of the topic calling upon existing research and the author's own keen powers of synthesis.

This proven guide in pastoral counseling has been extensively expanded and revised by the author to include recent developments and research, new... resources, and attention to newly urgent needs such as AIDS, eating disorders, homosexuality, and violence. Written with clarity and sensitivity, this volume builds on biblical foundations and the best resources of professional psychology. It reflects the insights the author has gained from many years of Christian counseling. New Sections include: The Legal, Ethical and Moral Issues in Counseling The Multicultural, Multiracial Issues in Counseling Conflict and Relationships Dealing with Death and Grief Alcoholism and Other Substance Abuse Crises and Trauma Counseling and Terrorism

This book introduces the foundations of a distinctively Christian approach to counseling.Christians who counsel, counselors who are Christian--what is... the difference? What makes Christian counseling distinctive from secular counseling approaches? In this book, Malony and Augsburger introduce the substance and method, including family systems methodology, of Christian counseling as a major voice. The book also includes how to do a faith assessment; how to collaborate, consult, and refer; the centrality of Christ in the counseling process; how to address issues of sexual and cultural diversity with sensitivity; and the destiny of Christian counseling. H. Newton Malony, Ph.D. is Senior Professor at the Graduate School of Psychology, Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, California.David W. Augsburger, Ph.D. is Professor of Pastoral Care and Counseling, Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, California

A client raises spiritual questions. Can a Christian therapist working in a government agency talk with a client about faith? A young couple with two... children asks a Christian counselor to help them negotiate an end to their marriage. What responsibility does the counselor have to try to repair the relationship? A youth group member confidentially reveals to the pastor that he is taking drugs. Should the pastor tell the boy's parents? A counselor who teaches a college course has a client show up for class. What should she do? These are just a few of the complex dilemmas that therapists, counselors and pastors face nearly every day. Handling these situations appropriately is critical for both the client's progress the professional's personal credibility and protection from liability. State and federal codes, professional association statements and denominational guidelines have been drawn up to address ethical issues like competence, confidentiality, multiple relationships, public statements, third parties and documentation. In this book you'll find them all compiled and interpreted in light of Christian faith and practice. Written by qualified professional counselors and respected academic instructors, this book is an indispensable resource for understanding and applying ethics in Christian counseling today.

Psychologist Dan Montgomery's Compass Therapy® includes 25 techniques that empower therapists, pastors, and counselees. Yale Divinity School's Rev.... Gaylord Noyce calls the book "a breezy fast-reading manual that takes the mystery of the helping work of the action-oriented counselor." Dallas Theological Seminary's Dr. Linda Marten writes, "I appreciate Dr. Montgomery's many insights and focus on healing the whole person: body, mind, emotions, and spirit. This is what good Christian counseling looks like!" Acclaimed by professors at Princeton Seminary, Yale Divinity School, Fuller Seminary, Gordon-Conwell Seminary, Denver Seminary, Regent College, and Dallas Theological Seminary. The Self Compass® growth tool will enrich and empower every reader.

Christian Doctrine: A Pentecostal Perspective is a basic exposition of the Christian faith with an emphasis throughout on the vital role of the Holy... Spirit in the life of the Christian and in the worship and ministry of the Church. It is intended to enhance the Church's proclamation of the whole gospel. It is also hoped that through the use of this book, laity, clergy, and ministerial students will grow in their understanding of the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints (Jude 3) and that they will fully experience the power and life made possible by Jesus Christ and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

Christian Doctrine has introduced thousands of laity, students, and theologians to the tenets of the Christian faith. This edition reflects changes in... the church and society since the publication of the first edition and takes into account new works in Reformed theology, gender references in the Bible, racism, pluralism, ecological developments, and liberation theologies.

Christian Doctrine: A Pentecostal Perspective is a basic exposition of the Christian Faith with an emphasis throughout on the vital role of the Holy... Spirit in the life of the Christian and in the worship and ministry of the church. It is intended to enhance the church's proclamation of the whole gospel. It is also hoped that through the use of this book, laity, clergy, and ministerial students will grow in their understanding of the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints (Jude 3) and that they will fully experience the power and life made possible by Jesus Christ and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

Christian Doctrine: A Pentecostal Perspective is a basic exposition of the Christian Faith with an emphasis throughout on the vital role of the Holy... Spirit in the life of the Christian and in the worship and ministry of the church. It is intended to enhance the church's proclamation of the whole gospel. It is also hoped that through the use of this book, laity, clergy, and ministerial students will grow in their understanding of the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints (Jude 3) and that they will fully experience the power and life made possible by Jesus Christ and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

Whether in the home, in the church, or in a Christian school, the challenge of contemporary Christian educators is to meet the academic needs of... students while remaining unswerving in adherence to biblical principles. Christian Education: Foundations for the Future introduces you to the basics of a healthy Christian education program, then takes you beyond, showing you how to develop a fresh, innovative Christian education program that will revitalize your church, home, or school.

This book is more than just a comprehensive collection of information on Christian education. It is a working tool written by a group of Christian... educators to provide both a clear understanding of basic principles of Christian education and a practical guide for day-to-day administration of church education programs. After you study this book for the first time, you will want to keep it close at hand as a ready resource on Christian education administration.

The history and philosophy of Christian education are woven together to present a holistic look at Christian education, where it's come from, where it... is, where it may be going.

A practical handbook for pastors, lay leaders, and Christian education committees who need help choosing a curriculum that suits their church's beliefs,... practices, and membership. For some congregations, no preprinted materials will do--and this guide offers the tools you need to write your own curriculum. Includes a step-by-step process for evaluation of existing materials and creation of new resources!