Preparing to Become a Counselor
01/31/18 • 20 min
In this episode, we discuss the character qualities and skills that are helpful to those considering becoming a Christian counselor, pastor, or ministry leader.
Resources Mentioned:
- Changes That Heal by Henry Cloud
- Christian Counselor Near Me, a new counselor directory
- 4 Signs You are Called to Christian Counseling
- Arizona Christian Counseling Academy, courses in biblical counseling
- The Biblical Counseling Master Course
In this episode, we discuss the character qualities and skills that are helpful to those considering becoming a Christian counselor, pastor, or ministry leader.
Resources Mentioned:
- Changes That Heal by Henry Cloud
- Christian Counselor Near Me, a new counselor directory
- 4 Signs You are Called to Christian Counseling
- Arizona Christian Counseling Academy, courses in biblical counseling
- The Biblical Counseling Master Course
Previous Episode
Wisdom for Dating
In this episode, Tres tackles some controversial opinions around Christians and dating. He provides some practical suggestions as well as a step-by-step guide for discerning what to look for in a future spouse.
Resources Mentioned
- Wisdom for Dating Worksheet
- Joshua Harris' Ted Talk: Strong Enough to Be Wrong
- Boundaries in Dating by Henry Cloud and John Townsend
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Falling in Love Again
In this episode, we discuss how married couples can rekindle the flame and feel more connected. Often it's easy to feel love when we are first in a relationship, but what to do when the feeling fades and resentment threatens to extinguish the spark? We discuss how to address negative cycles and establish more healthy ones that invite connection.
Resources Mentioned:
- Boundaries in Marriage by Cloud/Townsend
- Hold Me Tight by Sue Johnson
- For Men Only and For Women Only by Shaunti Feldhahn
- The Self-Centered Marriage by Hal Edward Runkel
- The Meaning of Marriage by Tim Keller
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