In the book “The New Christian Counselor: A Fresh Biblical and Transformational Approach” the authors Hawkins & Clinton discuss counseling, religion, and the corruption in today’s society. The book provides case studies that targets day-to-day decision making. Our decisions are not ours to make, it is God’s. If a professional counselor wants to integrate religion into their practice this is the perfect book to read. Hawkins & Clinton encourages their readers to take control over their soul so that they will be cleanse of sin and follow down a path of righteousness. With God’s mercy he offers us hope after we feel all hope is lost. With hope comes restoration, peace, and tranquility. Hawkins & Clinton strong points in the book reflect what is more important when counseling individuals as a Christian. Another mission of the book is to help shape our destiny and future so that we may live a life of love and honor and obey God’s command.
What is a Christian Counselor? According to Hawkins & Clinton a …show more content…
Christian counseling should be implemented in every type of therapy. To gain a broader perspective of yourself and the world around you, you must first gain knowledge of Jesus Christ. Applying some of Hawkins and Clinton principles in counseling can be beneficial. Not only do they use biblical terminology, but they are also advanced in psychological and medical research. To be a successful Christian counselor one must keep up with new technology, treatments, research and practices. Discipline is also needed from both the counselor and the client in order for the counseling sessions to work. If a Christian counselor is not committed to God and only working for the money, it will not work. The clients will eventually see through their persona and it will fail; the same with the clients. However, conversion might be possible if the individual has an open
What is a Christian Counselor? According to Hawkins & Clinton a …show more content…
Christian counseling should be implemented in every type of therapy. To gain a broader perspective of yourself and the world around you, you must first gain knowledge of Jesus Christ. Applying some of Hawkins and Clinton principles in counseling can be beneficial. Not only do they use biblical terminology, but they are also advanced in psychological and medical research. To be a successful Christian counselor one must keep up with new technology, treatments, research and practices. Discipline is also needed from both the counselor and the client in order for the counseling sessions to work. If a Christian counselor is not committed to God and only working for the money, it will not work. The clients will eventually see through their persona and it will fail; the same with the clients. However, conversion might be possible if the individual has an open