A Practical Guide to Personal Transformation Prayer holds a fascinating power through faith. In this article, we will delve into the practical mechanics of prayer, exploring its transformative potential for individuals seeking personal growth and well-being. By following a logical progression of events, thoughts, and emotions, we can unlock the true benefits of prayer and…
Faith, the Bible says in Hebrews 11:1 (KJV), “is the substance (assurance) of things hoped for, the evidence (conviction) of things not seen” (I added the words in parenthesis). The keywords here are “hoped for” and “not seen.” Too many people focus on the words “evidence” and “substance.” Evidence and substance speak of something that,…
What do you think about when you think of love? What do you feel inside? Is it a warm feeling, or do you have ideas of happiness and good times in your head? I have counseled people for over 31 years, and I have found that what people call love, for the most part, is…
Studying the Bible does not have to be complicated. Today I will share the steps I follow when I research any topic, subject, issue, or character in the Bible. Start with the right attitude and motivation. Remember that you will be studying a Bible, not just an ordinary book. This book has the contents of…
Life, it seems, has been leading us to a specific point. Good choices and dire circumstances and situations, ups and downs, and so on, have contributed to where you find yourself today. You were not born rich or poor, happy or sad, wise or foolish, and again, so on. You began with a blank slate…
Why do some people have struggle so much living the Christian life as they understand the Lord wants from them. They tell themselves that they want to do what is “right,” but they find themselves often going against this desire, and giving in to baser urges. As a counselor, I have often had people in…
Tithing and Offering Savings Money Management (budgeting or something like it) ____________________________________________________ Tithes and Offering Tithes While we are no longer under any obligation to tithe, God still keeps His Word with those who covenant with Him in their tithes. We should tithe, not because we are supposed to, but rather because we want God’s…
This is a free copy of the “Biblical Counseling Manual” by Adam Pulaski Copyright © 2004 Adam Pulaski, Steve Lihn Download your free copy from NTSLibrary.Com What you will find inside: 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…
You are going to find this strange, but … I don’t really like “people.” Individuals, as such, are okay, but not “people.” I like my wife and my favorite grandson. My other close relatives I “love,” especially in the sense that I don’t want harm to come to them, and I hope for the best…
I have included this portion the New Life Outreach of Dallas, Inc., Policies and Procedures. I have removed our church name from the document so that you may find it useful. Just replace the YOUR CHURCH to the name of your church and they will be applicable after your church approves them. Please feel free…
One of the main functions of the New Life Christian Counseling Ministry, besides our primary service as counselors to the general public, is to provide small churches and other ministries “counseling” as well. By this I mean we work with a church or ministry for up to one year, helping them with much-needed resources. For…
As a counselor, I am never surprised when a client comes in complaining that their spouse committed adultery. The times which there comes some form of surprise is when a pastor’s wife comes complaining of the same. Pastors are for the most part seen as men (and women) who hold themselves accountable to their spouses,…