A crisis is “an acute disruption of psychological homeostasis wherein one’s usual coping mechanisms fail and there exists evidence of distress and functional impairment.” The word crisis comes from Greek the krisis, which literally means decision. According to Merriam-Webster a crisis can be,
• a: “the turning point for better or worse in an acute disease or fever,”
• b: “a paroxysmal attack of pain, distress, or disordered function,”
• c: “an emotionally significant event or radical change of status in a person's life,”
• d: “the decisive moment (as in a literary plot),”
• e: “an unstable or crucial time or state of affairs in which a decisive change is impending; especially: one with the distinct possibility of a highly undesirable outcome,” …show more content…
• We also think of crisis as “People being in a state of crisis when they face an obstacle to important life goals—and obstacle that is, for a time, insurmountable by the use of customary methods of problem-solving.” “…an upset in equilibrium at the failure of one’s traditional problem-solving approach which results in disorganization, hopelessness, sadness, confusion, and panic.”
• crisis is a perception or experience of an event or situation as an intolerable difficulty that exceeds the person’s current resources and coping mechanisms.”
The valuable insight of the book “Biblical Counseling Not if But When” states that
The word crisis comes from the Greek krisis, which literally means decision. When trials, temptations, disasters, personal sin, or anything else bring us to a point of crisis, how we respond – the decisions we make and actions we take – will either reflect a faithful, obedient, God honoring heart or a doubtful, self-centered one. Because crises bring about the need to make many decisions, Christians are afforded opportunities to glorify God by making choices and acting in ways that honor Him. The Biblical Crisis Intervention model presented in this book provided a template upon which the Counselor can base his or her crisis ministry. As the world provides temporary solutions to those in crisis, the Biblical …show more content…
Organize teams to pray for them. Do not underestimate the power of prayer, but do not make promises on behalf of God. Prayer with the seriously ill should be realistic yet hopeful. It should exhibit faithful trust in the sovereignty of God. .
• Showing Compassion This involves entering into the struggles of suffering people. Compassion is often best displayed by quiet presence and a few words of comfort. You cannot answer all the questions and need not try. Point people to God, the greatest source of compassion.
• Listening As God’s minister in times of suffering, your actions must reflect the character of God. Be willing to listen attentively to people. Maintain eye contact as they talk. Do not be afraid to witness their emotions and share in their pain. If they repeat the same stories or ask the same questions over and over, be patient with them. Do not interrupt them when they speak. Answer the questions you can answer. Respond to their stories when appropriate. Whenever possible, keep the focus on God and His Word. I waited patiently for the LORD; And He inclined to me and heard my cry. Psalm 40:
• a: “the turning point for better or worse in an acute disease or fever,”
• b: “a paroxysmal attack of pain, distress, or disordered function,”
• c: “an emotionally significant event or radical change of status in a person's life,”
• d: “the decisive moment (as in a literary plot),”
• e: “an unstable or crucial time or state of affairs in which a decisive change is impending; especially: one with the distinct possibility of a highly undesirable outcome,” …show more content…
• We also think of crisis as “People being in a state of crisis when they face an obstacle to important life goals—and obstacle that is, for a time, insurmountable by the use of customary methods of problem-solving.” “…an upset in equilibrium at the failure of one’s traditional problem-solving approach which results in disorganization, hopelessness, sadness, confusion, and panic.”
• crisis is a perception or experience of an event or situation as an intolerable difficulty that exceeds the person’s current resources and coping mechanisms.”
The valuable insight of the book “Biblical Counseling Not if But When” states that
The word crisis comes from the Greek krisis, which literally means decision. When trials, temptations, disasters, personal sin, or anything else bring us to a point of crisis, how we respond – the decisions we make and actions we take – will either reflect a faithful, obedient, God honoring heart or a doubtful, self-centered one. Because crises bring about the need to make many decisions, Christians are afforded opportunities to glorify God by making choices and acting in ways that honor Him. The Biblical Crisis Intervention model presented in this book provided a template upon which the Counselor can base his or her crisis ministry. As the world provides temporary solutions to those in crisis, the Biblical …show more content…
Organize teams to pray for them. Do not underestimate the power of prayer, but do not make promises on behalf of God. Prayer with the seriously ill should be realistic yet hopeful. It should exhibit faithful trust in the sovereignty of God. .
• Showing Compassion This involves entering into the struggles of suffering people. Compassion is often best displayed by quiet presence and a few words of comfort. You cannot answer all the questions and need not try. Point people to God, the greatest source of compassion.
• Listening As God’s minister in times of suffering, your actions must reflect the character of God. Be willing to listen attentively to people. Maintain eye contact as they talk. Do not be afraid to witness their emotions and share in their pain. If they repeat the same stories or ask the same questions over and over, be patient with them. Do not interrupt them when they speak. Answer the questions you can answer. Respond to their stories when appropriate. Whenever possible, keep the focus on God and His Word. I waited patiently for the LORD; And He inclined to me and heard my cry. Psalm 40: