Biblical Counseling Manual - Online Christian Library

[Pages:389]Biblical Counseling Manual

Adam Pulaski

Copyright ? 2004 Adam Pulaski, Steve Lihn

Dedication

This book is dedicated to Ruth and Amy.

Table of Contents Foreword How to View and Use This Manual I. Overview

1. Counseling Objectives 1.1. Introduction 1.2. Preconditions in Biblical Counseling 1.3. Foundations of Biblical Counseling/Discipleship 1.4. Essential Considerations 1.5. Summary 2. Biblical Psychology: Approach to Problems 2.1. Diagnosis 2.2. Approach to Solutions 3. Counseling Process 3.1. Problem Area 3.2. Solution 3.3. Counseling Tools II.a. Basic Study: Orientation To Biblical Counseling 4. Orientation To Biblical Counseling Mini Series 4.1. God's Way vs Man's Way 4.2. Prerequisites to Biblical Change 4.3. Why There is Hope 4.4. Effecting Biblical Change 4.5. Dealing with Self 4.6. Anger and Bitterness 4.7. Depression 4.8. Fear and Worry 5. Healing The Soul Series

5.1. Healing Presence 5.2. Transforming the Natural Self 5.3. What Makes a Man a Man 5.4. Needs of Man 5.5. Healing of the Soul 5.6. Mind and Will 5.7. Meditation Process 5.8. Steps to a Liberated Will 5.9. Healing Prayer for the Mind 5.10. Perfectionism 5.11. Schizophrenia (Double-Mindedness) 5.12. Transpersonal Psychology 5.13. Healed from Fear 5.14. Rejections 5.15. Attitude and Behavior II.b. Basic Study: Biblical Discipleship 6. Christian Growth Series, Part A 6.1. Establish a Foundation for Biblical Discipleship 6.2. Explore Problems and Develop Sensitivity to Sin 6.3. Establish Biblical Structure for Change 6.4. Develop the Practice of Righteousness 6.5. Establish Pattern of the Mature Disciple 7. Christian Growth Series, Part B 7.1. Characteristics of a Christian 7.2. Change is a Two-Factored Process 7.3. Turning from Evil 7.4. Physical Challenges 7.5. Commitment is Doing the Word 7.6. Lifestyle Change is Evidence of New Birth 7.7. Worried, Confused, Troubled 7.8. The Pure Self Activated 7.9. Holding Self Accountable 7.10. Only God Can Change Us And Others 7.11. Judging Yourself 7.12. True Dying 7.13. True Patience 7.14. Mind Control 8. Soul Dynamics Series, Part A 8.1. Living Soul 8.2. Sins of the Flesh/Self of the Flesh 8.3. Dividing of Spirit and Soul 8.4. Union with Christ 9. Soul Dynamics Series, Part B 9.1. Cleansing and Purifying the Soul 9.2. Sin, Self, Suffering 9.3. The Spirituality of Abundance 10. Fruit of The Spirit Series 10.1. Love

10.2. Joy 10.3. Peace 10.4. Longsuffering 10.5. Kindness/Goodness 10.6. Faithfulness 10.7. Meekness/Gentleness 10.8. Self-Control 11. Supernatural Life Series 11.1. Mind 11.2. Abiding 11.3. Virtue of Love 11.4. Will of God 11.5. That Which is Perfect 11.6. Listening to God 11.7. Center of the Soul 11.8. Inordinate Desires 11.9. Union with God 11.10. Dreams/Visions II.c. Basic Study: Strengthening Your Marriage 12. Strengthening Your Marriage Series 12.1. Marriage - God's Plan to Establish His Kingdom on Earth 12.2. Principle of Authority 12.3. Submission - Act of Bringing Forth Wholeness 12.4. The Husband's Role in Submitting 12.5. The Bride's Privilege 12.6. One Flesh Marriage 12.7. Parent/Child Relationships 12.8. Children Submitting to Parents 12.9. God's Standard 12.10. Upbringing Goals for Children (and Adults) 12.11. Maintaining Good Marital Communications 12.12. Maximum Husband and Father 12.13. Fulfilled and Fulfilling Wife and Mother 12.14. Tough Love 12.15. Marriage Partnership III.a. Life Study: Guilt And Shame 13. Self-Acceptance Series 13.1. Self Hatred 13.2. Self-Acceptance 13.3. Healing of Memories: Forgiveness of Sin 13.4. Bind, Loose, Cast-out 13.5. Barriers to Wholeness - Failure to Receive Forgiveness 13.6. Healing Presence 13.7. Healing Presence (2) 13.8. Creative Thinking 13.9. Mental Obsessions 13.10. Breaking Physical Habits 14. Overcoming Lust Series

14.1. Assaults Against the Soul 14.2. Lusts, Desires - Inordinate 14.3. Feelings/Faith 14.4. Bondages 14.5. Purpose vs. Need 14.6. Purpose or Need 14.7. Eating Disorders 14.8. Covenant Foundations 14.9. God's Motivational Plan 14.10. Out of Control 14.11. Sexually Abused 14.12. Sexual Abuse 2 14.13. Life-Dominating Sins III.b. Life Study: Anger And Bitterness 15. Bold Love Series 15.1. Forgiving Love 15.2. Vicious Thoughts 15.3. Reconciliation 15.4. Conquering Evil 15.5. Doing Good to Your Enemies 15.6. Loving a Fool 16. Armor Of God Series 16.1. Injustices 16.2. Revoking Revenge 16.3. Responding to Difficult People 16.4. Assaults of Shame, Rage, Hatred 16.5. Forgiving Enemies III.c. Life Study: Fear 17. Freedom From Fear Series 17.1. Origins of Fear 17.2. Presence of Fear or Faith 17.3. Learning Truth Talk 17.4. Applying the Truth 17.5. Out of Control (World of Non-Existence) A. Forms And Worksheets A.1. Bible Study And Application Format A.2. Think And Do List A.3. Love Is An Action A.4. Victory Over Sin Worksheet A.5. Dying To Self A.6. Problem Solving Worksheet A.7. Problem/Solution Worksheet A.8. Freedom From Anxiety A.9. Contingency Plan A.10. Change Is a Two-Factored Process A.11. Scheduling Worksheet A.12. Anchor Posts B. Bible Resources

B.1. Bible Memory Verses C. Internet Resources

C.1. Internet Links Bibliography Index

List of Tables

A.1. BSAF - Instruction A.2. BSAF - Example I A.3. BSAF - Example II A.4. BSAF - Blank Form A.5. Think and Do List A.6. VOSWS - Instruction A.7. VOSWS - Example A.8. VOSWS - Blank Form A.9. Problem Solving Worksheet A.10. Problem/Solution Worksheet I, Part A: Analysis A.11. Problem/Solution Worksheet I, Part B: Plans A.12. Problem/Solution Worksheet II, Part A: Handout A.13. Problem/Solution Worksheet II, Part B: Homework A.14. Final Session Review A.15. Freedom From Anxiety Worksheet A.16. Scripture For Put-off/Put-on A.17. Put-off/Put-on Worksheet A.18. Scheduling Worksheet A.19. Anchor Posts

Foreword

In 1978, I began seeking biblical resources to help work out some personal problems. This I found in a Christian bookstore where I picked up a book titled "Competent to Counsel" by Jay E. Adams, which opened my eyes to the possibility that I could with confidence counsel myself as well as help others. This led me in June of 1979 to the Biblical Counseling Foundation located then in Arlington, Virginia, where I spent three plus years training as a Biblical Counselor.

My training continued as I began teaching a biblical counseling course to various groups in 1980 through 1984. From 1984 until the present (2004) I continue in the capacity of teaching and counseling at a local church in Silver Spring, Maryland.

During this period of time, I was led to counsel in numerous and varied problem areas. From experiences gained, I accumulated a repository of handouts and worksheets to facilitate and keep the counseling session biblical, to maintain a focus on God's word, and to provide resource material to assist disciples to counsel themselves.

This is what appealed to Steve. After attending my 22-week course in 1996, Steve Lihn, who was in the final stages of obtaining his doctorate degree from University of Maryland, suggested that this program should be put on the internet. We used the acronym "BCOL" for this undertaking, which stands for Biblical Counseling On-Line. It took the summer of 1997 through 1998 to accomplish this feat. This cyberspace ministry proved to be very beneficial to the global body of Christ. It has recorded thousands upon thousands of hits and many requests for information from all over the world.

This prompted us to transform the online materials into a book form, available both electronically and in paper print, so that the greater christian community can benefit. Since the winter of 2002, Steve and I worked together to accomplish this conversion.

We trust that our findings will provide the insights and the tools necessary to help one effectively and succesfully become an overcomer in this battle zone called life.

Many are tossed about by the winds of the world's philosophies and arguments. But our battle is to be led by the Holy Spirit in applying God's wisdom and truth to the challenges of life. The Bible provides all the instruction that one needs on how to live this victorious life in the midst of obstacles, of temptations, of trials and varied difficulties ( Rom. 8:4-9 ). Thus, anyone born of the will of God, who has received Christ as Lord and Savior, is equipped and qualified to engage in this battle of wisdom ( 2 Tim. 3:16-17 ).

Our Lord directs us in Matthew 28:18-20 to make disciples: to baptize them in the name of the Father, of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, and to teach them to observe and live by God's commandments. This is the responsibility of the body of Christ who are to be equipped to accomplish this mission. 1 Cor. 1:30 ; 1 Cor. 3:16 ; Rom. 15:14 ; Gal. 6:1-5 ; Eph. 1:17-23 and Col. 1:10-12 confirm that wisdom resides within us, that we are to grow in this wisdom, and to inform, instruct and restore others to the light of His word.

Accordingly, the purpose of this manual is to provide a basic approach, and the tools to establish a foundation to assist one to deal progressively with his own problems from a biblical perspective. And then to teach and counsel others to live by God's commandments; thereby, fulfilling our Lord's directive to make disciples of all nations ( Matt. 7:5 ; Matt. 22:36-40 ).

Adam Pulaski. March, 2004.

Overview

Overview of biblical counseling principle and methodology.

Table of Contents 1. Counseling Objectives

1.1. Introduction 1.2. Preconditions in Biblical Counseling 1.3. Foundations of Biblical Counseling/Discipleship 1.4. Essential Considerations 1.5. Summary 2. Biblical Psychology: Approach to Problems 2.1. Diagnosis 2.2. Approach to Solutions 3. Counseling Process 3.1. Problem Area 3.2. Solution 3.3. Counseling Tools

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