When a Person Needs More

By Michael Sove As I stated last week, most needs can be met through the cell church structure as it relates to people becoming healthy and whole. But there are occasions where people need more professional help than we can deliver. It usually doesn’t take long...

Pastor or Psychologist?

by David Jaramillo The pastor is not a psychologist. Yet, he gives advice about human behavior. The pastor is not a professional counselor, but he contributes to the field of counseling. The pastor is not an expert in education, but young people flock to him for help...

Part 2: Counseling Ministry at Celebration Church

Daphne: What do you see as the differing roles of pastoral counseling and professional counseling? Michele: The big issue is knowing limitations. In many states to counsel outside of an area of expertise is illegal and becomes a liability issue. It is critically...

Testimony of Counseling in the Cell Church

Testimony of Counseling in the Cell Church During this month, we’ve examined the counseling in the cell church. We’ve looked at the power of group counseling, the supervisor’s role in counseling, and the gift of counseling. But what about...

Resources for Counseling

by Mario Vega The key in Christian counseling lies in the resources God has given to his church. Those great resources are the Word of God and the Holy Spirit. The problems people face are related to human behavior. Nothing but the Word of God can fully expose,...