counsel in community Powlison, David 1949- creator Amazon.com (Firm) text bibliography Electronic books. xx 2005 Kindle edition. monographic eng 1 online resource : digital. You probably speak 20,000 words a day, give or take, and each one influences those who listen. No wonder God has so much to say about our words. We are all counselors, whether we realize it or not! Speaking Truth in Love is a blueprint for communication that strengthens community in Christ. The principles outlined in this pivotal work are specific to counseling, yet extend to marriage, family, friendship, business, and the church. Practical in its approach yet comprehensive in its scope, Speaking Truth in Love is sure to become required reading for anyone interested in pursuing a career as a counselor or anyone else who longs for ways to redeem relationships. Suffering and Psalm 119 -- The facts of life -- Hearing the music of the gospel -- How healthy is your preparation? -- What questions do you ask? -- Think globally, act locally -- Illustrative counseling -- Talk incessantly? Listen intently! -- How do you help a "psychologized" counselee? -- What is "ministry of the Word"? -- Counseling is the church -- What will you ask for? -- Pastoral counseling -- Counseling under the influence of the X chromosome -- Do you ever refer? -- Why I chose seminary for counseling training -- Affirmations and denials -- Closing essay : companions on the long march. David Powlison. ASIN: B00F5KX84K Includes bibliographical references and index. Requires an Amazon Kindle-enabled device. Pastoral counseling Pastoral counseling BV4012.2 .P69 2005eb 0977080714 9780977080717 EGM 140611 20160919212004.0 ocn881285355 eng