Jay E Adams

I Corinthians is the epistle of church problems. A large number of problems, ranging from unloving divisions and actions to marriage and sexual difficulties, is addressed in the book. Clearly then, this epistle is teeming with help for the counselor. Listen to Paul's words in I Corinthians 4:14: I am not writing these things to shame you, but to counsel you as my dear children.The biblical counselor will be wise to master this epistle and emulate Paul's counseling stance-one of tender compassion as though he were counseling close family members.II Corinthians is Paul's most personal book. The biblical counselor will learn much from Paul's descriptions of his own ministry that will guide him as he ministers to others. The book is full of valuable nuggets, many dealing with issues not covered elsewhere in the Scriptures.This volume was the first Jay Adams wrote for the Christian Counselor's Commentary because the content of the two epistles makes their study a priority for biblical counselors.

I Corinthians is the epistle of church problems. A large number of problems, ranging from unloving divisions and actions to marriage and sexual difficulties, are addressed in the book. Clearly then, this epistle is teeming with help for the counselor. Listen to Paul's words in I Corinthians 4:14: I am not writing these things to shame you, but to counsel you as my dear children.The biblical counselor will be wise to master this epistle and emulate Paul's counseling stance-one of tender compassion as though he were counseling close family members.II Corinthians is Paul's most personal book. The biblical counselor will learn much from Paul's descriptions of his own ministry that will guide him as he ministers to others. The book is full of valuable nuggets, many dealing with issues not covered elsewhere in the Scriptures.This volume was the first Jay Adams wrote for the Christian Counselor's Commentary because the content of the two epistles makes their study a priority for biblical counselors.

"What shall I do?" Perhaps that question arises as often as any other among perplexed Christians who want to know God's will. Contentious believers question biblical counselors often about who they should marry, which church they should join, what career path they should take, if they should buy a particular house. What is the correct answer to these and hundreds of other questions? Do feelings, or promptings, or signs, or special circumstances provide divine guidance? How can one be certain about any of these things? Is it even possible to know God's will about important decisions in life?Jay Adams discusses these, and many other related matters with his trademark clarity and fidelity to the Scriptures. Think these issues through with him and settle these questions once and for all.

The Christian life is a happy one. The words of the first Psalm make that clear. These words, understood, appreciated, and applied, can make all the difference in a Christian's walk. In this little book, Jay Adams explores these words in depth and serves as your guide down The Road to Happiness. Get ready for a great experience analyzing your lifestyle in light of the Word of the living God.

Just "forgive and forget." You should apologize when you mess up. If you forgive you will feel better. Don't wait until you are asked before you forgive. Forgive only when you are sure the offender is sincere. If you think any of these statements are good advice, you need to read this book Understanding what the Bible teaches about forgiveness, between those who have been forgiven much, is essential to God-honoring relationships. Sadly, many believers settle for the world's substitutes or sinfully live alienated from others because of an unwillingness to forgive as Christ has commanded. Let Jay Adams, with his trademark clarity and vivid illustrations, help you think through what the Scriptures teach, and help you move From Forgiven to Forgiving.

- Just "forgive and forget."- You should apologize when you mess up.- If you forgive you will feel better.- Don't wait until you are asked before you forgive.- Forgive only when you are sure the offender is sincere.If you think any of these statements are good advice, you need to read this book Understanding what the Bible teaches about forgiveness, between those who have been forgiven much, is essential to God-honoring relationships. Sadly, many believers settle for the world's substitutes or sinfully live alienated from others because of an unwillingness to forgive as Christ has commanded. Let Jay Adams, with his trademark clarity and vivid illustrations, help you think through what the Scriptures teach, and help you move From Forgiven to Forgiving.

Biblical Counselors must develop two essential skills--acquiring insight into his counselees' problem and devising creative ways to apply the truths of Scripture to that problem. Jay Adams explains why these skills are vital, but more importantly, shows how you can develop these skills. Effective counselors must grow beyond taking a "cookie-cutter" approach to counseling problems and hone the twin skills of insight and creativity in the counseling room.Insight and creativity are not inborn qualities or special gifts, both can be learned and developed. Jay Adams will broach no excuses. If growing in effectiveness as a counselor is your goal, this book is your essential guide.

Sanctification is the key doctrine upon which effective biblical counseling is built. Counselors will flounder in the counseling room if they are unclear about it--and their counselees will fare even worse. Sanctification and Counseling brings together three books Jay Adams wrote to confront misunderstanding, shallow application, and theological error.With his trademark clarity and laser-like focus, Dr. Adams demonstrates how counseling and sanctification intersect and why it must be understood clearly by biblical counselors. Key issues of the heart, the means of sanctification, so-called "heart idols," general revelation and common grace, and the integration of psychological concepts are all explained in a way that both the seasoned theologian and the new counseling student will appreciate.Sanctification and Counseling is a rich study for any believer who wants to understand how to grow and change in his walk with Christ, but for biblical counselors, it is essential.

La -consejeria cristiana-, o, dicho de otra forma, el tratamiento por parte del pastor, ancianos o lideres de iglesias, de los problemas morales y psicologicos de los miembros, se esta transformando cada dia mas en una labor tan necesaria como dificil. El -aconsejar- cristiano debe estar al dia y tener respuestas para las dificultades que plantea nuestra sociedad contemporanea, pero debe estar a la vez claramente fundamentado en las ensenanzas de la Palabra de Dios. La presente obra, abarrotada de nuevos principios y tecnicas, aunque todas ellas con base fundamental en la Biblia, convertira la practica del aconsejar cristiano en algo mucho mas racional y eficaz."

The reality of ministry is that pastors often struggle-they struggle with the week-to-week demands of ministry that sap the physical and spiritual energy needed for sermon preparation and presentation. The result is that many pastors feen "buned out" in their preaching. For some, the only cure is a move to a new church that hasn't yet heard the same messages. Pastor Bruce Mawhinney has been there, done that, and has a hopeful and helpful word for pastors. Staleness in ministry can be replaced with freshness and vitality. It is possible to move up to a higher level of effectiveness rather than just move on to a new location. The format of Preaching with Freshness is as distinctive as its title: a narrative story outlines the real-life difficulties of an ordinary pastor who discovers principles of preaching that revive his own enthusiasm and effectiveness in ministry. If the worst sin a preacher can commit is to bore people with the Bible, then Preaching with Freshness is every pastor's guidebook to a vital, engaging pulpit ministry.

This is a handbook for pastors, elders, and all Christians who want to see how Scripture presents the process of discipline that should operate in the Christian community. It was written in response to the various concerns that threaten to tear apart marriages, families, friendships, and congregations--concerns that call for a biblical approach to discipline that can heal fractures, restore right relationship, and ensure the health of the church. Developed around the five corrective steps found especially in Matthew 18:15-17, this book helps church leaders deal with the sorts of problems that require the church’s disciplinary response. Charting a course that combines discernment with appropriate action, this simple, readable handbook can have a profound effect on the community of believers.

Connecting sound biblical doctrine to the practice of effective counseling. Jay E. Adams—vocal advocate of a strictly biblical approach to counseling and author of the highly influential book Competent to Counsel—firmly believes that the Bible itself provides all the principles needed for understanding and engaging in holistic counseling.But in order to bring the practice of counseling—whether by professional therapists or by the church—under biblical guidance, we first have to deepen our understanding of Scripture.A Theology of Christian Counseling is the connection between solid theology (the study of God) and its practical application. Each of its sections are devoted to increasing our understanding of counseling's potential by looking at it through the lens of doctrines such as:Prayer (and the doctrine of God).Human Sin (and the doctrine of Man).Redemption (and the doctrine of Salvation).Forgiveness (and the doctrine of Sanctification)."No counseling system that is based on some other foundation can begin to offer what Christian counseling offers…No matter what the problem is, no matter how greatly sin has abounded, the Christian counselor's stance is struck by the far-more-abounding nature of the grace of Jesus Christ in redemption. What a difference this makes in counseling!" (Jay E. Adams).With this book, you'll gain insight into the rich theological framework that supports and directs your approach to how you help people change.

A collection of helpful hints and how-tos, covering all aspects of counseling, what to look for, and how to proceed. A Scripture reference guide is included.