In chapters 13 and 14 of the book The Seven Laws of the Learner a methodology of revival is given. First, it is critical to understand what the author, Bruce Wilkinson, means by the term revival. According to the author, it is the act of restoring a Christian to a full life after they have slipped into their previous nature of sin and rebellion. Wilkinson provides a clear 5-step model that can be utilized in helping restore a Christian that has backslidden. The question presented here contains two sensitive subjects to discuss. Utilizing the method in the book, revival is clearly possible. God recognizes that the believer is weak and that failures do happen, but He also desired to see that person restored (Prov. 24:16). A clear path to restoration
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These are not issues to be taken lightly. I must remember I have a responsibility to the boys (Titus 2:6). In addition, I must warn the girls of their actions and council them in the things Scripture encourages them to do (1 Tim. 5:13-14). In this step (Prepare) preparation is key to equip someone who is to confront the problem. In the cases posed, I personally would make sure I am truly in the position to support both problems or if others would be more appropriate. In the case with the boys, I would need to understand the depth of the problem and extent it has permeated the group. With the girls group, I would want to make sure that it would be proper from me, a man, to discuss the situation with the female audience. Assuming in both cases that I would be the best fit for consultation, I would prepare by understanding first what God as to say on the matter, then evaluating the situation based on the culture, context, and extent it is occurring. For example, if the situation had effected people outside of the group then it could have farther-reaching impacts and I would want to ensure the counseling would be correct. Preparation is critical at this …show more content…
At this point (Prove), supporting Scripture must be presented. In the case of the boys, I would possibly use Matthew 5 where lust is discussed (Matt. 5:28). Additional verses to encourage them to turn away from the images are found in 1 Corinthians or Psalm 119 (1 Cor. 6:18-20; Ps. 119:37). As for the girls, Ephesians contains an excellent verse encouraging believers to speak encouraging words to others (Eph. 4:29). In order to prove that the gossip and divisive talk is wrong, I would possibly use 2 Corinthians where slander and gossip are specifically called out (2 Cor.
These are not issues to be taken lightly. I must remember I have a responsibility to the boys (Titus 2:6). In addition, I must warn the girls of their actions and council them in the things Scripture encourages them to do (1 Tim. 5:13-14). In this step (Prepare) preparation is key to equip someone who is to confront the problem. In the cases posed, I personally would make sure I am truly in the position to support both problems or if others would be more appropriate. In the case with the boys, I would need to understand the depth of the problem and extent it has permeated the group. With the girls group, I would want to make sure that it would be proper from me, a man, to discuss the situation with the female audience. Assuming in both cases that I would be the best fit for consultation, I would prepare by understanding first what God as to say on the matter, then evaluating the situation based on the culture, context, and extent it is occurring. For example, if the situation had effected people outside of the group then it could have farther-reaching impacts and I would want to ensure the counseling would be correct. Preparation is critical at this …show more content…
At this point (Prove), supporting Scripture must be presented. In the case of the boys, I would possibly use Matthew 5 where lust is discussed (Matt. 5:28). Additional verses to encourage them to turn away from the images are found in 1 Corinthians or Psalm 119 (1 Cor. 6:18-20; Ps. 119:37). As for the girls, Ephesians contains an excellent verse encouraging believers to speak encouraging words to others (Eph. 4:29). In order to prove that the gossip and divisive talk is wrong, I would possibly use 2 Corinthians where slander and gossip are specifically called out (2 Cor.