Jay Edward Adams était un auteur chrétien réformé axé sur les méthodes bibliques de conseil. Il a fondé le mouvement du conseil noétique, qui adhère strictement aux principes bibliques pour aborder les problèmes psychologiques. Son œuvre a considérablement influencé la manière dont de nombreux chrétiens abordent les luttes mentales et émotionnelles. Par sa production écrite prolifique et la création de l'Institut d'Études Noétiques, il a laissé une marque durable sur la littérature chrétienne.
The book emphasizes the importance of integrating faith into counseling practices. It challenges counselors to genuinely believe in God's power to effect change in their clients, arguing that a lack of faith leads to unbiblical and ineffective approaches. By focusing on the transformative potential of faith, the author aims to guide counselors toward more impactful and spiritually grounded methods in their work.
This companion volume to 'Competent to Counsel' and 'The Christian Counselor's Manual' is designed to help the user assimilate and apply the principles of nouthetic counseling. It is a great tool for all sorts of training and personal development programs, as well as the classroom.
Of what particular value is Psalm 119 to the counselor? First, individual verses, like those in Proverbs, will be of value for counselors to expound, apply and then ask counselees to memorize so that they may use them as "Portable truth." Second, since every verse in one way or another points to the Scriptures, the importance of and the need for learning and living according to the Bible is brought forward by the Psalm (precisely what most Christians need to learn). Third, there is much particularized help for afflicted, suffering, sinning, puzzled Christians-just the stuff of which counseling is made. All-in-all, you will probably find Psalm 119 as helpful as any book in the Bible for use in counseling once you have come to know it and learn how to use it. But this is not simply a book about counseling. The 119th Psalm is the prayer notebook of a man who solved every problem by learning and obeying the Scriptures. In verse after verse, he explained how he personally was helped, guided, and sustained in every area of his life. Let Jay Adams help you use this Psalm to grow in your love for the Scriptures and minister it to others.
Exploring the challenges of spiritual life, this book addresses feelings of emptiness, temptation, and doubt. It offers guidance on overcoming trials that diminish joy and enhancing prayer life. Through the teachings of the Book of James, readers are encouraged to pursue completeness as Christians, emphasizing the importance of inner growth and producing works that align with God's will. It serves as a roadmap for personal transformation and reconciliation with others, aiming for a genuine and fulfilling faith experience.
Emphasizing the importance of dedication and excellence in service, the book highlights God's expectations for preaching, counseling, and overall life commitment. It stresses that mere mediocrity is not acceptable, as Scripture calls for proficiency in one’s endeavors. The author argues that while God is sovereign, He does not guarantee blessings for those who merely aim to meet the minimum standards. This work serves as a call to elevate one’s efforts in all aspects of life to align with divine expectations.
Engaging preaching is essential for effective communication of faith. The book explores common pitfalls that lead to uninteresting sermons and offers practical strategies to captivate audiences. It emphasizes the importance of storytelling, relatable language, and dynamic delivery to make messages resonate. By focusing on the needs and experiences of the congregation, the author encourages preachers to revitalize their approach, ensuring that their messages are not only heard but also felt and remembered.
The book presents a prophetic message delivered by an angel, emphasizing the urgency of the revelations contained within. It encourages readers to heed the warnings and insights about future events, highlighting the significance of understanding these prophecies as they are imminent. The text underscores the importance of sharing this divine knowledge without hesitation, as the time for its fulfillment is approaching.
Focusing on the doctrine of sanctification, this collection addresses its critical role in effective biblical counseling. By compiling three works by Jay Adams, the book aims to clarify common misconceptions, superficial applications, and theological errors surrounding sanctification. It serves as a vital resource for counselors, emphasizing that a solid understanding of this doctrine is essential for both counselors and their clients to navigate the counseling process successfully.
A quick reference guide of helpful hints and how-tos, covering all aspects of counseling, from common problems to procedure.
“Counselors unanimously find that marriage and family problems outnumber all other counseling problems combined. For that reason alone, counselors should want to learn all they can about marriage counseling.” —Jay Adams This book will help counselors understand and deal with the typical problems that arise in a marriage. The approach is to offer not merely solutions, but biblical solutions. Chapter by chapter, each problem that is brought into focus is addressed by Scripture, and a solution arising from Scripture is developed. Unless one understands what a biblical marriage is supposed to be, it is difficult to solve marriage problems. For that reason, Dr. Adams spends the first few chapters developing a biblical model. Then he treats many of the specific kinds of problems that typically arise: life patterns, priorities, children, sex roles, in-laws, and so forth. This is a book that belongs on every pastor’s and every counselor’s shelf.