BIBLICAL COUNSELING AND DISCIPLING MINISTRY of PEFC

Our GOAL – Christ likeness Our TOOL – God’s Word Our FRUIT – God’s glory!

"Therefore if any man is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things have passed away; behold new things have come." II Corinthians 5:17

Our Purpose:

What is Biblical Counseling?

The Biblical Counseling & Discipling Ministry exists for the purpose of counseling , restoring and renewing Christians, giving hope to those who are downtrodden, discipling of new and mature believers and evangelizing of the lost.

(Col. 1:28; Gal. 6:1; I Cor. 10:13; Heb. 4:14-16; Rom. 8:29; Matt. 28:19).

The Biblical Counseling & Discipling Ministry provides:

• One on one, marriage and family counseling:
  • Depression
  • Anger
  • Grief
• Fear and worry
• Communication
• Relationship Problems
• Individual discipling
• Community outreach
• Classes and seminars on biblical living
• Beginning counselor training

Unlike other counseling services, which base their counsel on man’s wisdom and opinions, BCDM’s approach is based entirely on God’s Word. The Scriptures tell us that “ God has given us everything we need for life and godliness through the knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence (II Peter 1:3).” Our goal is to show the counselee God’s perspective of the problem he is facing and then show him how to implement God’s Word in his daily life.

The counseling ministry is open to any individual or family who desires to apply God’s perspective to their circumstances. We maintain that God’s Word is adequate to teach us what we need to know, to reprove us when we go astray, to show us the correct path and to train us in doing right (II Timothy 3:16,17).

Though no fees are charged for counseling, each counselee is encouraged to make a per session donation to the ministry to assist in its costs.

Discipling:

God’s goal for every Christian is that he be conformed to the image of His Son, Jesus Christ. Scripture tells us that we can be partakers of Christ’s divine nature through the knowledge of Him (II Peter 1:3-4). The Biblical Counseling & Discipling Ministry is dedicated to helping new and mature believers become more like Christ through the knowledge and understanding of the Scriptures.

The Biblical Discipling Ministry can help you:

• Discover who you are in Christ
• Develop spiritual disciplines
• Learn to examine your life in the light of Scripture
• Grow in progressive sanctification toward Christ’s likeness

Suggested Reading:

Don’t Make Me Count to Three!
A Mom’s Look At Heart-Oriented Discipline
Ginger Plowman
Through the practical appliction of Scripture, Ginger Plowman encourages and equips moms to reach past the outward behavior of their children and dive deeply into the issures of the heart.

The Heart of Anger
Practical Help for the Prevention and Cure of Anger in Children
Lou Priolo
This book deals with anger’s root causes, offering corrective advice from a biblical persplective. Workbook also available.

Creative Counterpart
Becoming the Woman, Wife, and Mother You’ve Longed to Be
Linda Dillow
Entertaining, practical and biblically based. “Bible Study and Project Guide” included. Ideal for personal study or group interaction.

Love to Eat Hate to Eat
Breaking the Bondage of Destructive Eating Habits
Elyse Fitzpatrick
Identify destructive eating habits; surrender your desire for control; break the vicious cycle of emotional eating. Because God knows you so well, He can deeply transform you, giving you the contentment you long for.

The Age of Opportunity
A Biblical Guide to Parenting Teens
Paul David Tripp
Paul Tripp uncovers the heart issues affecting parents and their teenagers during the often chaotic adolescent years. Seize the opportunities to deepen communication, learn, and grow with your teenager. Application questions included.

Testimonies:

"A very short time ago I was headed for self-destruction; I was slowly distancing myself from God and finding fault with everyone and everything around me. I was wallowing in self-pity. I strongly feel that Biblical Counseling gave me a closer walk with the Lord and I learned to forgive all the people who had hurt me. When someone wrongs me now I don't feel sorry for myself...I feel compelled to pray for them. Someday I hope that I can have the opportunity to help someone who is hurting like I was a year ago." D.M., Counselee

"A few years ago I was at a very low point.  Anxiety and panic attacks had quite literally taken over my life to the point that I was afraid of... well everything.  My daughter-in-law suggested Biblical counseling, so I made the call.  It was the best thing I ever did.  The counselors showed love and compassion for me, but more importantly, they pointed the way to God's Word and how He wants me to know Him more intimately through prayer and spending quality time in the Bible daily.  I praise Him for the miracle He did in my life and I thank Him for giving P.E.F.C.  the dedicated counselors who care so much for their brothers and sisters in Christ." G.B., Counselee

Check out these links if you would like more information about Biblical Counseling or are interested in becoming a Biblical counselor.

www.NANC.org

www.iabc.net

 

For more information or an appointment, call the church office or e-mail the counseling ministry at counseling@pefconline.org.