My challenge -- A pastor's dilemma -- Part one : A look at the issues. Christian counseling today -- Part two : The myths of psychology. The myth that psychology is scientific -- The myth that psychology is effective -- The myth that psychology is motivated by compassion -- The myth of psychological labels -- The myth that psychology is trustworthy -- The myth that psychology can heal the past -- Part three : Are psychology and Christianity compatible? Psychology and Christianity -- Psychology and the church -- Psychology and the Christian counselor -- Psychology and the Bible -- Part four : A biblical alternative to psychology. A biblical foundation for counseling -- A biblical place for counseling -- A biblical method for lasting change -- Part five : Appendices. A biblical theory of psychology -- A special word for pastors -- Resources.
Today's search for inner fulfillment has exploded into what is now called the Recovery movement, complete with twelve-step seminars, counseling programs, and self-help books. Thousands are looking to Christian psychology to help them attain victory over modern dysfunctions. Does that mean the Bible alone is no longer adequate for the problems faced by Christians today? Some say we need the Bible plus psychology. Others say the Bible alone is sufficient. With deep insight and candor, pastoral counselor Ed Bulkley presents the opposing sides of this issue and offers trustworthy, biblical answers for those who long to break away from pain and guilt and know true freedom, genuine inner peace, and a fresh beginning. The pressures to find the solutions to human hurt and suffering have never been greater. Clear answers are urgently needed for the hurting today. - Back cover.
9781565070264
Pastoral counseling. Christianity--Psychology.
--Integration of Psychology & Christianity--PSY4540-01