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1 Biblical Counseling Manual Adam Pulaski Copyright 2004 Adam Pulaski, Steve Lihn Dedication This book is dedicated to Ruth and Amy. Table of Contents Foreword How to View and Use This Manual I. Overview 1. Counseling Objectives Introduction Preconditions in Biblical Counseling Foundations of Biblical Counseling /Discipleship Essential Considerations Summary 2. Biblical Psychology: Approach to Problems Diagnosis Approach to Solutions 3. Counseling Process Problem Area Solution Counseling Tools Basic Study: Orientation To Biblical Counseling 4. Orientation To Biblical Counseling Mini Series God's Way vs Man's Way Prerequisites to Biblical Change Why There is Hope Effecting Biblical Change Dealing with self Anger and Bitterness Depression Fear and Worry 5.

2 Healing The Soul Series Healing Presence Transforming the Natural self What Makes a Man a Man Needs of Man Healing of the Soul Mind and Will Meditation Process Steps to a Liberated Will Healing Prayer for the Mind Perfectionism Schizophrenia (Double-Mindedness) Transpersonal Psychology Healed from Fear Rejections Attitude and Behavior Basic Study: Biblical Discipleship 6. Christian Growth Series, Part A Establish a Foundation for Biblical Discipleship Explore Problems and Develop Sensitivity to Sin Establish Biblical Structure for Change Develop the Practice of Righteousness Establish Pattern of the Mature Disciple 7. Christian Growth Series, Part B Characteristics of a Christian Change is a Two-Factored Process Turning from Evil Physical Challenges Commitment is Doing the Word Lifestyle Change is Evidence of New Birth Worried, Confused, Troubled The Pure self Activated Holding self Accountable Only God Can Change Us And Others Judging Yourself True dying True Patience Mind Control 8.

3 Soul Dynamics Series, Part A living Soul Sins of the Flesh/ self of the Flesh Dividing of Spirit and Soul Union with christ 9. Soul Dynamics Series, Part B Cleansing and Purifying the Soul Sin, self , Suffering The Spirituality of Abundance 10. Fruit of The Spirit Series Love Joy Peace Longsuffering Kindness/Goodness Faithfulness Meekness/Gentleness self -Control 11. Supernatural Life Series Mind Abiding Virtue of Love Will of God That Which is Perfect Listening to God Center of the Soul Inordinate Desires Union with God Dreams/Visions Basic Study: Strengthening Your Marriage 12. Strengthening Your Marriage Series Marriage - God's Plan to Establish His Kingdom on Earth Principle of Authority Submission - Act of Bringing Forth Wholeness The Husband's Role in Submitting The Bride's Privilege One Flesh Marriage Parent/Child Relationships Children Submitting to Parents God's Standard Upbringing Goals for Children (and Adults) Maintaining Good Marital Communications Maximum Husband and Father Fulfilled and Fulfilling Wife and Mother Tough Love Marriage Partnership Life Study: Guilt And Shame 13.

4 self -Acceptance Series self Hatred self -Acceptance Healing of Memories: Forgiveness of Sin Bind, Loose, Cast-out Barriers to Wholeness - Failure to Receive Forgiveness Healing Presence Healing Presence (2) Creative Thinking Mental Obsessions Breaking Physical Habits 14. Overcoming Lust Series Assaults Against the Soul Lusts, Desires - Inordinate Feelings/Faith Bondages Purpose vs. Need Purpose or Need Eating Disorders Covenant Foundations God's Motivational Plan Out of Control Sexually Abused Sexual Abuse 2 Life-Dominating Sins Life Study: Anger And Bitterness 15. Bold Love Series Forgiving Love Vicious Thoughts Reconciliation Conquering Evil Doing Good to Your Enemies Loving a Fool 16.

5 Armor Of God Series Injustices Revoking Revenge Responding to Difficult People Assaults of Shame, Rage, Hatred Forgiving Enemies Life Study: Fear 17. Freedom From Fear Series Origins of Fear Presence of Fear or Faith Learning Truth Talk Applying the Truth Out of Control (World of Non-Existence) A. Forms And Worksheets Bible Study And Application Format Think And Do List Love Is An Action Victory Over Sin Worksheet dying To self Problem Solving Worksheet Problem/Solution Worksheet Freedom From Anxiety Contingency Plan Change Is a Two-Factored Process Scheduling Worksheet Anchor Posts B. Bible Resources Bible Memory Verses C. Internet Resources Internet Links Bibliography Index List of Tables BSAF - Instruction BSAF - Example I BSAF - Example II BSAF - Blank Form Think and Do List VOSWS - Instruction VOSWS - Example VOSWS - Blank Form Problem Solving Worksheet Problem/Solution Worksheet I, Part A: Analysis Problem/Solution Worksheet I, Part B: Plans Problem/Solution Worksheet II, Part A: Handout Problem/Solution Worksheet II, Part B.

6 Homework Final Session Review Freedom From Anxiety Worksheet Scripture For Put-off/Put-on Put-off/Put-on Worksheet Scheduling Worksheet Anchor Posts Foreword In 1978, I began seeking Biblical resources to help work out some personal problems. This I found in a Christian bookstore where I picked up a book titled "Competent to Counsel" by Jay E. Adams, which opened my eyes to the possibility that I could with confidence counsel myself as well as help others. This led me in June of 1979 to the Biblical Counseling Foundation located then in Arlington, Virginia, where I spent three plus years training as a Biblical Counselor.

7 My training continued as I began teaching a Biblical Counseling course to various groups in 1980 through 1984. From 1984 until the present (2004) I continue in the capacity of teaching and Counseling at a local church in Silver Spring, Maryland. During this period of time, I was led to counsel in numerous and varied problem areas. From experiences gained, I accumulated a repository of handouts and worksheets to facilitate and keep the Counseling session Biblical , to maintain a focus on God s word, and to provide resource material to assist disciples to counsel themselves. This is what appealed to Steve. After attending my 22-week course in 1996, Steve Lihn, who was in the final stages of obtaining his doctorate degree from University of Maryland, suggested that this program should be put on the internet.

8 We used the acronym "BCOL" for this undertaking, which stands for Biblical Counseling On-Line. It took the summer of 1997 through 1998 to accomplish this feat. This cyberspace ministry proved to be very beneficial to the global body of christ . It has recorded thousands upon thousands of hits and many requests for information from all over the world. This prompted us to transform the online materials into a book form, available both electronically and in paper print, so that the greater christian community can benefit. Since the winter of 2002, Steve and I worked together to accomplish this conversion. We trust that our findings will provide the insights and the tools necessary to help one effectively and succesfully become an overcomer in this battle zone called life.

9 Many are tossed about by the winds of the world s philosophies and arguments. But our battle is to be led by the Holy Spirit in applying God s wisdom and truth to the challenges of life. The Bible provides all the instruction that one needs on how to live this victorious life in the midst of obstacles, of temptations, of trials and varied difficulties ( Rom. 8:4-9 ). Thus, anyone born of the will of God, who has received christ as Lord and Savior, is equipped and qualified to engage in this battle of wisdom ( 2 Tim. 3:16-17 ). Our Lord directs us in Matthew 28:18-20 to make disciples: to baptize them in the name of the Father, of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, and to teach them to observe and live by God s commandments.

10 This is the responsibility of the body of christ who are to be equipped to accomplish this mission. 1 Cor. 1:30 ; 1 Cor. 3:16 ; Rom. 15:14 ; Gal. 6:1-5 ; Eph. 1:17-23 and Col. 1:10-12 confirm that wisdom resides within us, that we are to grow in this wisdom, and to inform, instruct and restore others to the light of His word. Accordingly, the purpose of this Manual is to provide a basic approach, and the tools to establish a foundation to assist one to deal progressively with his own problems from a Biblical perspective. And then to teach and counsel others to live by God s commandments; thereby, fulfilling our Lord s directive to make disciples of all nations ( Matt.)