This is my second time listening to this module.. Ministering hope usi g biblical examples of those who grieved and or had loss as well as prayer I find to be most beneficial. Knowing stages of grief and that suffering draws to God, grows your faith and builds character producing gift of empathy is a pathway to seeing the light in a dark place. I have been inspired personally and will use the tools in this module in my Christian walk as a disciple of Gods Word.
Such great information, its good to know that some cliches are not really good we have become so use to it that it feels so normal saying it.This lesson is indeed an eye opener.
Thank you so much for a wonderful learning experience. I love the fact that the scriptures is the center of counselor especially in grief and suffering. The fact the the word of God is the go to tool. Also the fact that eternity is always in view in everything we do as believers even as a Christian counselor. This is profound.
We are grateful for this review. Your reflections on the lecture is a testament of your passion for the practice of Christian Counseling. We are certain that you will be a worthy ambassador of the Seminary in your practice. Blessings!
It's a very very practical session because i can relate with it. Under releasing the pain i just like to add like you said people grief in a different way that writing could also a way alongside crying and talking for those who have a flair for it. It did help. I can also relate with the fact that our personality traits affect how we grief. God bless you so much. I never knew them in stages or formally before now. But going through the lecture, i can affirm it's practicality.
Thanks for your comprehensive review. Yes, you're right. Some people release pain through writing. Counselors can also suggest writing as an alternative for those who prefer it to talking during counseling sessions. It is, however, always recommended to destroy and discard the written piece after the session for the sake of confidentiality.
God bless you so much Reverend. This knowledge will go long way in helping ourselves, families, church members, and people in the society at large. God bless you for this.
This is great! What an impactful lecture. May the Lord continue to bless your life and ministry. Michael Oyedare from Ogbomoso, Nigeria. I need your number Sir.
The question I have here is this, How do you get to counsel people who are obviously suffering or grieving yet don't come to you for counselling? Especially those within your circle of influence. Would you not be seen as being too forward or poking your nose in someone else's business? I ask this because here in Africa, most people don't know when they need counselling to get healing.
The beauty of counseling is that you don't go to people, they come to you. If an unbeliever approaches you, knowing fully well that you are a Christian Counselor, then they can't ask or expect you not to use Biblical principles. More so, coming to you means they trust you and want your guidance. Point their attention to Jesus and get them saved, then counsel them as a believer that they have now become. Blessings in Jesus Name!
This made me remember a woman who was referred to me but who was not a Christian. whose husband was commiting adultery. I had to let her know that I can only Counsel her from my biblical perspective which in reality is different from hers. If they don't give their lives, it's usually difficult. But you can show empathy. It does help
What a grace.This lecture has really exposed us to the fact all suffering is a consequence effect of Man's conscious or unconscious action but God use this to draw us closer to him and make it work together for good for them .our major tool to mk our client overcome their suffering is to accept the provisions of God in his words.and trust him . listen more and show compassion.its wonderful. I am listening from ijebu ode in nigeria.thank you.
