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With this collection of poems and meditations, he leans in to that gift to give us something that is, on the one hand, completely new, and on the other, familiar in its wisdom, insight, and honesty.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Russ Ramsey, Pastor, Christ Presbyterian Church, Nashville, Tennessee; author, \u003cem\u003eRetelling the Story\u003c\/em\u003e series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"As I read these meditations, I couldn't help but wonder if they are the types of prayers the Holy Spirit speaks on our behalf when our groans are too deep for words. \u003cem\u003eMy Heart Cries Out\u003c\/em\u003e is a beautiful, honest, and grace-filled collection of reflections from a heart that has been near to the Lord for many years. 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In these few pages covering the crisis, complexity, condition, causes, and cures of depression, together with advice for the caregiver, you will find a world of sound, wise, scriptural advice for handling a variety of cases of depression. If you fight depression, read and re-read this usable, balanced, and timely book; if you don’t fight depression, read it to be informed how to relate to your friends that do, and give a copy to each of them.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cstrong\u003eDr. Joel R. Beeke\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"I heartily commend this new and helpful book on depression and psychiatric illness. It is the condensed result of much reading and pastoral wisdom, digested into a few non-technical chapters. It is full of Christian love for those who suffer in this way and who need our utmost compassion and tactful sympathy. 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The authors have a deep understanding both of Scripture and of human experience, and they have put their insights into a strikingly well-written book, dealing with difficult questions through vivid metaphors, illustrations, and stories. Most importantly, this book is God-centered. It even contains an appendix showing us the senses in which God does and does not have feelings. I recommend this book to people who are struggling to understand their own feelings and to help others deal with theirs.\"\u003cbr\u003e--John M. Frame, Emeritus Professor of Systematic Theology and Philosophy, Reformed Theological Seminary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"God made us emotional beings. We love and we hate. We rejoice and we lament. We experience guilt and shame. Sometimes, maybe often, we struggle with unwanted emotions. 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He is a Biblical counselor, an adjunct professor at Reformed Theological Seminary, and Director of One Story Ministries-authoring a complete discipleship curriculum for the church, home, and school (children and youth).\u003cfont size=\"+0\"\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#000000\" size=\"3\" face=\"Lucida Sans\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#000000\" size=\"2\" face=\"Lucida Sans\"\u003eThis wonderful little book is full of practical scriptural wisdom. As an experienced biblical counselor, Dr. Kwasny offers a well-balanced and comprehensive perspective on depression. His writing is clear, easy to read, and full of hope. \u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eJim Newheiser\u003c\/strong\u003e, Director of the Christian Counseling Program and Associate Professor of Counseling and Practical Theology, Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte, North Carolina \u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#000000\" size=\"2\" face=\"Lucida Sans\"\u003eA sensitive and informed approach within a biblical framework, this is an excellent book to give to younger but also older people who grapple with depression. \u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eD. Eryl Davies\u003c\/strong\u003e, Elder, Heath Evangelical Church, Cardiff \u0026amp; Consulting Editor, Evangelical Magazine \u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#000000\" size=\"2\" face=\"Lucida Sans\"\u003eWith all the things in this broken world that press down on us, it's hard to imagine anyone who couldn't benefit from John Kwasny's scripturally-sound guidance. I will certainly recommend it for our church's counseling library. \u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eJanice M. Cappucci\u003c\/strong\u003e, Biblical Counselor and author \u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#000000\" size=\"2\" face=\"Lucida Sans\"\u003eProviding wise pastoral advice which is both realistic and well founded in scripture, this short book is an ideal starter, both for personal use and for youth group discussion. \u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eJonathan Lamb\u003c\/strong\u003e, Minister-at-large for Keswick Ministries, IFES Vice President, and former Director, Langham Preaching \u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:3px; text-align:right;\"\u003eCover:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:3px;text-align:left;\"\u003eSoftcover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:3px; text-align:right;\"\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:3px;text-align:left;\"\u003e86\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:3px; text-align:right;\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:3px;text-align:left;\"\u003eChristian Focus Publications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:3px; text-align:right;\"\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:3px;text-align:left;\"\u003e2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:3px; text-align:right;\"\u003eDiscussion Questions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:3px;text-align:left;\"\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Kwasny, John C.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43028172734705,"sku":"9781527107977","price":5.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/8731\/8425\/products\/bc781b9510246d38aec81826856d6f7c.jpg?v=1659983730"},{"product_id":"9781527104501_track-christian-life-a-student-s-guide-to-anxiety","title":"Track Christian Life - A Student’s Guide to Anxiety","description":"\u003ch6\u003eBook Description\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTRACK is a series of books designed to disciple the next generation in the areas of culture, doctrine \u0026amp; the Christian life. 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It feels very real - its credibility stems especially from the fact that its author has experienced being in this place himself. And it's well written! A resource pastors can do well to have accessible on their shelves for when it's needed!\"\u003cbr\u003e--Pete Lowman, Former coordinator of Russian student CU movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"There are books addressing depression from a clinical, personal or spiritual perspective. What sets this one apart is the fact that it addresses the issue from all three perspectives. You will be challenged by Paul's honesty, his empathy for others and his ceaseless focus on the Gospel. In fact, you will never think about the issue the same way again.\"\u003cbr\u003e--David Blevin, Sky News\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Paul Ritchie writes with a pastor's heart for Christians struggling with depression and anxiety - and for friends and relatives who walk alongside them. 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I struggled to find biblical resources that spoke to my lived experiences in an approachable way. This book is what I needed to read in those early days. It gently addresses common questions, empathizes with the sufferer's nuanced problems, and offers practical encouragement for walking forward with Jesus on a challenging post-diagnosis journey.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Christine Chappell, Author of \u003cem\u003eHelp! I've Been Diagnosed with a Mental Disorder\u003c\/em\u003e; outreach director and \u003cem\u003eHope + Help Podcast\u003c\/em\u003e host, Institute for Biblical Counseling \u0026amp; Discipleship; certified biblical counselor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Diagnostic categories can either seem competitive with biblical understanding or used to justify inexcusable behavior. Ed Welch clearly explains the meaning behind common psychiatric diagnoses and brilliantly offers redemptive and restorative perspective to address these maladies. His championing of biblical categories doesn't create a false divide between biblical wisdom and psychological reflection. Instead, he irenically brings the lens of Scripture to intensify our need for Jesus.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Dan B. Allender, Professor of Counseling Psychology, The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Ed Welch has tackled this delicate and challenging area of the Christian life with characteristic wisdom and kindness. He walks closely to Scripture and to Christ and shows rich, nourishing connections with anxiety and panic attacks, depression and trauma. This will feed the soul-for sufferer and carer\/counselor-over the long haul, with many short sentences of distilled, sweet grace. The final chapter breaks glorious new ground, teaching and modeling love, grace, and understanding for people with narcissistic qualities. If narcissism is a problem of our age, then this book offers Jesus and his gospel to his people in new ways we most desperately need.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Andrew Nicholls, Director of Pastoral Care, Oak Hill College, London, UK; coauthor of \u003cem\u003eReal Change\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Ed Welch's book\u003cem\u003e I Have a Psychiatric Diagnosis: What Does the Bible Say?\u003c\/em\u003e is an important contribution to the field of wise biblical counseling. Welch stresses the importance of a comprehensive approach to such issues as anxiety and panic disorders, trauma, depression, and narcissism, where God 'speaks to every square inch of life.' Too often, we address these issues in a piecemeal fashion and relegate God to the sidelines, but Welch challenges us to listen to God, engage His Word, seek support from the community of faith, and listen to and continually learn from the experience of others, particularly in terms of the benefits and limitations of medical and physical treatments. All problems have a deep and profound spiritual component, and all caregiving should respond in terms of both the immediate issue and the eternal consequences. Highly recommended for pastors, counselors, and people ministering to or dealing with such difficult and complex issues.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Ian F. 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You're not the only Christian woman who knows what this darkness is like. When feelings of hopelessness, weariness, sadness, anger, anxiety, shame, and loneliness feel impossible to bear, it can seem like God is nowhere to be found. But there's more to the story than you can presently perceive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiblical counselor Christine Chappell has walked these dark paths herself-and she wants to help you to see God's heart for you more clearly as you endure sorrow and pain. As Christine recounts her own midnight journey through depression and explores stories of desperate sufferers who experienced God's mercy in the Scriptures, she shows how God meets us in our despair and helps us toward his light-one step at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter concludes with immediate help in the form of simple next steps, a Scripture verse for contemplation and comfort, and questions for journaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAuthor\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristine Chappell\u003c\/strong\u003e is an author, certified biblical counselor, and host of the \u003cem\u003eHope + Help Podcast\u003c\/em\u003e for the Institute for Biblical Counseling \u0026amp; Discipleship (IBCD). Her books include \u003cem\u003eHelp! I've Been Diagnosed with a Mental Disorder\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eHelp! My Teen is Depressed\u003c\/em\u003e, and her writing has been featured on platforms such as Desiring God, The Gospel Coalition, Risen Motherhood, and the Biblical Counseling Coalition. She lives in South Carolina with her husband and three children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"If you feel weighed down by the sorrows of motherhood, you're not alone. Humbly sharing her own story and honestly confronting the questions we all face, Christine Chappell is both a sympathetic friend and wise counselor. In her thoughtfully written book, Chappell reminds us that while our pain is real, so is our hope, and we can trust the God who walks with us. I highly recommend \u003cem\u003eMidnight Mercies\u003c\/em\u003e!\"\u003cbr\u003e--Katie Faris, Author, \u003cem\u003eGod Is Still Good\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eMidnight Mercies\u003c\/em\u003e invites you to a rare pairing: an author who is willing to bring you into her darkest hours but who expresses her pain in the language of healing theology. Chappell doesn't shy away from the hardest problems or the hardest Scriptures, yet manages to find insightful encouragement in Christ again and again. I commend this honest, uplifting work to anyone, especially struggling mothers.\"\u003cbr\u003e--J. Alasdair Groves, Executive Director, Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation (CCEF); Coauthor, \u003cem\u003eUntangling Emotions\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"As a follower of Christ who's struggled with depression, I'm grateful for Christine Chappell's servant's heart and for her willingness to share her journey and insights. In \u003cem\u003eMidnight Mercies\u003c\/em\u003e, Chappell combines the empathy and sensitivity of one who's walked the dark road with biblical wisdom and practical guidance to lead sufferers back toward the light. Vulnerable, honest, and abundantly hopeful, Chappell unflinchingly confronts some of the hardest realities of living in a fallen world and unfailingly points to our assurance in Christ, who will make all things new.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Kathryn Butler, Author, \u003cem\u003eGlimmers of Grace\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Christine does a wonderful job of weaving her personal story with the experiences of God's people in Scripture. She compassionately offers struggling moms hope in the gospel.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Jim Newheiser, Executive Director, The Institute for Biblical Counseling and Discipleship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eMidnight Mercies\u003c\/em\u003e ministers not only to mothers who are walking through dark nights of the soul but to any woman who has been stricken with deep grief and pain. Christine candidly shares her own experiences while also working through the stories of biblical sufferers such as Moses, Elijah, Mary and Martha, Job, Naomi, and others. It is a must-read for all who have experienced brokenness and need practical encouragement to hold onto the hope we have in Christ.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Camille Cates, Speaker; Biblical Counselor; Author, \u003cem\u003eMoving Forward after Abortion\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eMidnight Mercies\u003c\/em\u003e is a rare book that interweaves the sharing of painful suffering, vulnerable personal stories, and tender faith in God. Though Christine writes to mothers who face depression, leading them by the hand through her own experience, the wisdom in \u003cem\u003eMidnight Mercies\u003c\/em\u003e will connect with sufferers of many types.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Ellen Mary Dykas, Director, Equipping for Ministry to Women, Harvest USA; Author, \u003cem\u003eJesus and Your Unwanted Journey\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Christine Chappell comes alongside the hurting with biblical hope. Readers won't find trite responses or false self-rescue advice; rather, Christine gives voice to the reality of depression and the merciful God who enters the pit with us and offers us rest in him. If your heart is hurting today, read \u003cem\u003eMidnight Mercies\u003c\/em\u003e.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Christina Fox, Counselor; Speaker; Author, \u003cem\u003eA Heart Set Free\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eMidnight Mercies\u003c\/em\u003e is a sweet gift for the weak and weary. Walk with Christine as she speaks personally and tenderly about the desolation of depression and our God who meets us in seasons of sorrow. God has gifted Christine with comforting scriptural insights, which she captures so well they will be anchors for your soul when you desperately need his mercies.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Darby A. Strickland, Counselor, Christian Counseling \u0026amp; Educational Foundation (CCEF); Author, \u003cem\u003eIs It Abuse?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Overflowing with hope and grace, this book is a treasure chest of helpful transparency and biblical wisdom for any woman who is walking through a dark valley.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Paul Tautges, Pastor; Counselor; Author, \u003cem\u003eAnxiety\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover: Softcover\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Pages: 115\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: P\u0026amp;R Publishing\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: 2023\u003cbr\u003eDiscussion Questions: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chappell, Christine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44061585637617,"sku":"9781629958842","price":18.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/8731\/8425\/files\/9781629958842.png?v=1778691844"},{"product_id":"9781645073437_bible-verses-to-remember-give-god-your-worries","title":"Bible Verses to Remember - Give God Your Worries","description":"\u003ch6\u003eBook Description\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGive God Your Worries\u003c\/em\u003e helps children learn how God takes care of his creation and especially them and to remember\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Peter 5:7, \"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGod takes care of birds, animals, the sun and rain. 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In each book-whether \u003cem\u003eGood Gifts Come from God, Give God Your Worries\u003c\/em\u003e, or \u003cem\u003eOur Great God\u003c\/em\u003e-you and your children will hear Sally's wise and winsome words about our great and gracious Lord.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Champ Thornton, Acquisitions editor, Crossway; author of \u003cem\u003eThe Radical Book for Kids, Why Do We Say Thank You?\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eYou Count! A Five-Senses Countdown to Calm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Sally Michael and Sengsavane Chounramany have created a visual feast to nourish children's souls. Michael features one bedrock verse per book, explaining what it means and why it matters. In so doing, she helps children experience the benefits of meditating on God's Word. Simple but not simplistic, the Bible Verses to Remember books teach children how to understand and apply God's Word to their own lives. 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I believe it will help both children and their parents process trauma together, bring healing by strengthening parent\/child bonds, and help them recognize the hope and help available to those who belong to our Good Shepherd.\"\u003cbr\u003eJoy Forrest, Executive Director, Called to Peace Ministries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"We love how \u003cem\u003eSomething Scary Happened\u003c\/em\u003e points children and their caregivers to the Good Shepherd who is always with them and whose love is 'stronger than any scary thing.' This sweet meditation on Psalm 23 and John 10 is comforting, practical, and full of hope. Highly recommend!\"\u003cbr\u003eDeepak and Sarah Reju, Capitol Hill Baptist Church, Washington, DC. 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In \u003cem\u003eI Have PTSD\u003c\/em\u003e, Curtis Solomon helps both those who have suffered trauma, as well as their loved ones, to understand the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of trauma, while offering gospel hope and practical ways to make that hope real in their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrauma can come into our lives through any number of circumstances, but those circumstances do not derail the plans of God nor determine the trajectory for the rest of your life. God can and does utilize the most horrific suffering imaginable to accomplish his great plans for his people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical, accessible, and concise guidance on PTSD, written by an experienced trauma expert and counselor.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the \u003cem\u003eAsk the Christian Counselor\u003c\/em\u003e series, walking readers through their deepest and most profound questions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGives readers the tools to understand their struggle with PTSD and how the gospel brings hope and healing to post traumatic stress.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact format goes deeper than New Growth Press's popular minibooks without overwhelming the reader.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/newgrowthpress.sharepoint.com\/sites\/ProductDownloads\/Shared%20Documents\/Forms\/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fsites%2FProductDownloads%2FShared%20Documents%2FI%20Have%20PTSD%2FPDF%20%2D%20Locked%20and%20Sample%2FI%2DHave%2DPTSD%2DSample%2Epdf\u0026amp;parent=%2Fsites%2FProductDownloads%2FShared%20Documents%2FI%20Have%20PTSD%2FPDF%20%2D%20Locked%20and%20Sample\u0026amp;p=true\u0026amp;ga=1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRead Sample Pages\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAuthor\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurtis Solomon\u003c\/strong\u003e, PhD, serves as the Executive Director of the Biblical Counseling Coalition and Program Coordinator for Biblical Counseling at Boyce College. He holds a BA from The Master's University, an MDiv, ThM, and PhD from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of \u003cem\u003eRedeem Your Marriage: Hope for Husbands Who Have Hurt through Pornography\u003c\/em\u003e and\u003cem\u003e I Have PTSD: Reorienting after Trauma\u003c\/em\u003e. He and his wife Jenny cofounded Solomon SoulCare. The Solomons and their two delightful sons live in Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The experience of trauma is not new for human beings-it is part of the human condition after the fall. Nevertheless, the modern age has greatly increased the opportunities and avenues of trauma. I'm thankful for Curtis Solomon and his good work in this book. You will be too.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Al Mohler, President, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"In this patient book for those struggling in trauma's aftermath, Solomon's wealth of experience with PTSD is constantly evident. It is realistic, rooted in Scripture, wise about physiology, full of case studies, and insightful about guilt, shame, and despair. \u003cem\u003eI Have PTSD\u003c\/em\u003e connects constantly back to the Lord and helps you construct a wise, holistic, and practical peace plan.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Alasdair Groves, Executive Director, Christian Counseling \u0026amp; Educational Foundation (CCEF); coauthor of \u003cem\u003eUntangling Emotions\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I am so thankful for this book which addresses a specific but common form of trauma and does so in a way that is deeply grounded in Scripture. I am certain it will prove to be a blessing to those who have endured such trauma and to those who are seeking to minister to them.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Tim Challies, Author of \u003cem\u003eSeasons of Sorrow\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"After my military service, I struggled with severe PTSD-mainly because I became disoriented in my post-service world. It took time to realize and understand the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of my recovery, which led to my restoration of faith. If you're looking for a better understanding of PTSD, this is a must-read book that will help you, your loved ones, and those around you find hope through the gospel and pursue the life God intended for you!\"\u003cbr\u003e--Chad Robichaux, Founder and CEO, Mighty Oaks Foundation; Force Recon Marine; JSOC operator; author of \u003cem\u003eSaving Aziz\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"In counseling, we often encounter people and problems that seem overwhelming and challenging. Our tendency can be to pull back rather than lean in. Curtis's book on post-traumatic stress helps us do the latter, leaning in with curiosity, hope, and practical help. I couldn't help but think to myself as I read how the gospel brings light to such a difficult and dark issue like PTSD. This book will become a faithful companion for complex struggles as you meet people in the darkest of places.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Jonathan D. Holmes, Executive Director, Fieldstone Counseling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Curtis Solomon has compassionately combined practical advice with a biblical foundation, blessing us with this invaluable resource. This book will prove to be a wonderful tool for any counselor or sufferer seeking to offer or find hope within the disorienting realities of trauma.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Chris Moles, Pastor; author of \u003cem\u003eThe Heart of Domestic Abuse\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Curtis provides a much-needed resource for the church. Undergirded by years of counseling experience, he brings clarity by defining terms and describing PTS-related dynamics in simple and normalizing ways. He shows the church how to journey with those traumatized by evil, giving them practical and understandable ways to shepherd those in need. I highly recommend this book to every pastor and church member so they can see how abiding in Christ makes a difference in our past, present, and future.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Robert K. Cheong, Founder and Executive Director, Gospel Care Ministries; author of \u003cem\u003eRestoration Story: Why Jesus Maters in a Broken World\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eRestore: Changing How We Live and Love\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover: Softcover\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Pages: 146\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: New Growth Press\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: 2023\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solomon, Curtis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45140392542449,"sku":"9781645073352","price":14.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/8731\/8425\/files\/9781645073352.png?v=1778688641"},{"product_id":"9781935369370_-mental-health-soul-care-considered-biblically-pastorally-practically","title":"Mental Health \u0026 Soul Care: Considered Biblically, Pastorally, \u0026 Practically","description":"\u003ch6\u003eBook Description\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis compilation of essays by various authors - theologians, pastors, counsellors, and laypersons - originated at two conferences in Jordan, Ontario in 2022. Reformed Fellowship is very glad to now make this material accessible in written form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeaking often from first-hand experience, the authors address a variety of issues and collectively call for a Biblically holistic approach to body and soul in relationship to mental health. This will make an invaluable resource for all seeking a better understanding of what the Bible has to say on this timely topic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Biblical Theology of Sickness; Dr. Brian G. Najapfour\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost-Covid Effects on Mental Health; Dr. Mark Kelderman\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChristian Wholeness; Dr. Mark Kelderman\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepression: A Historical \u0026amp;amp; Biblical Outlook; Dr. Brian G. Najapfour\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasting a Light on Depression; Rev. Jeremy Dykman\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOvercoming Anxiety; Mr. Glen Slingerland\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurnout; Rev. Bartel Elshout\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding Bipolar Depression; Rev. Pieter VanderMeyden\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelping Women Through Mental Health Challenges; Ms. Lynn Murray\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelping Your Child Deal With Fear \u0026amp; Anxiety; Mrs. Sarah J. Najapfour\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeing Your Mental Health Struggle as a Divine Gift; Mr. Michael Short\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMy Mental Health Journey: Anxiety, Depression, \u0026amp; PTSD; Mr. Michael Brouwer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalking Alongside Someone With Anxiety or Depression; Mr. Glen Slingerland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"If you have ever experienced hopelessness in the pit of despair or if you love someone struggling in that pit, this book is a balm for your weary soul.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Terri Pols, Christian counsellor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Heartfelt thanks to the editors of this collection for providing help in understanding mental illness, in equipping to minister to those struggling with mental illness, and in generating discussions on mental illness in the local church community.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Dr. Tom J. Karel, Psychiatrist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I am so glad I read this book. It clarified my thinking and helped me understand situations in my own life experience. Highly recommend!\"\u003cbr\u003e--Sandy Veurink, editor, wife \u0026amp; mother\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover: Softcover\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Pages: 260\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Reformed Fellowship\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: 2024\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Najapfour, Brian \u0026 Paul Wagenaar; editors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45140392771825,"sku":"9781935369370","price":24.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/8731\/8425\/files\/9781433598869_23.png?v=1773950151"},{"product_id":"9781629959641_31-day-devotionals-for-life-depression-finding-christ-in-the-darkness","title":"31-Day Devotionals for Life - Depression: Finding Christ in the Darkness","description":"\u003ch6\u003eBook Description\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gospel is for those who have nothing, for those who are weary and bowed down. Jesus is near to you, and he asks you to bring him nothing but your failures, sins, and emptiness of soul. In thirty-one wise, deeply empathetic devotional readings, biblical counselor Ed Welch helps you to understand the darkness you are experiencing, to take the next small step that is possible for you today, to converse with Jesus honestly amid your pain-and ultimately to hear Christ's words of compassion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e31-Day Devotionals for Life Series:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEditor: \u003cstrong\u003eDeepak Reju\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the \u003cem\u003e31-Day Devotionals for Life\u003c\/em\u003e series, biblical counselors and Bible teachers guide you through specific situations or struggles, applying God's Word to your life in practical ways day after day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/prpbooks\/documents\/pdf\/sample-chapters\/9781629959641.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRead Sample Pages\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAuthor\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdward T. 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As one who has struggled with feelings of depression, and has also struggled to love those who suffer seasons of life in the darkness, I was doubly blessed.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eScotty Smith\u003c\/strong\u003e, Founding Pastor, Christ Community Church, Franklin, Tennessee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Like a kind friend, [Ed Welch] spends a month with us, teaching us, instructing us, and always leading us to the Word of God.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTim Challies\u003c\/strong\u003e, Author and Blogger, www.challies.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This book enables readers . . . to hear God himself speaking into the darkness and to consider and take hold of the hope he provides.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNancy Guthrie\u003c\/strong\u003e, Author; Bible Teacher\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This book is a wise and pastoral guide for those who are experiencing depression. . . . 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He also is the father of four precious boys and one darling girl. Travis serves as a deacon and member of Grace Baptist Church, in SW Florida. He is the owner of 400 West Media, and works creating websites, graphics, and videos for churches, ministries, and small businesses. You can read more of his articles at \u003cem\u003eManifold Witness\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Union with Christ involves suffering (1 Peter 2:21), and that suffering can take many forms-whether physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual. In this helpful treatment of suffering, brother McSherley comforts suffering believers with the comfort he received from God during his own \"Job season\" (2 Cor. 1:4), pointing them in their afflictions to the strength of Christ and the means of grace which He provides, such as prayer, singing, fellowshipping, and meditating. This book is biblical, faithful, practical, realistic, and the author makes himself vulnerable; it is excellent reading for the seasons of suffering that inevitably face the child of God. May this book point you, above all, to the suffering Lamb of God in whose strength we can persevere!\"\u003cbr\u003e--Dr. Joel R. Beeke, Chancellor and Professor of Systematic Theology and Homiletics, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, Grand Rapids, Michigan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"It was my privilege to be frequently in touch with Travis as he and his family suffered through the afflictions described in this book. Travis never lost sight of God during that time, and he has kept Him in the forefront throughout this book. The overarching lesson of \u003cem\u003eLessons of a Job Season\u003c\/em\u003e is that the promises of God are true, the presence of God is real, the power of God is invincible, and the grace of God is boundless. And if we can learn this now, we will know peace, provision, and hope whatever afflictions may befall us. All this Travis and his family had confirmed again and again, through many sources, as they looked to Jesus and found Him faithful, and as they continue doing to this day.\"\u003cbr\u003e--T. M. Moore, Principal, The Fellowship of Ailbe, Author, \u003cem\u003eA Mighty Fortress: Meditations on the Sufficiency of God,\u003c\/em\u003e Essex Junction, Vermont\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Lord, in His sovereignty, faithfully led the McSherley family through an extended season of trials and heartache. During this time, I had the privilege of observing first-hand how Travis sought to glorify Christ in and through these hardships. What a blessing it is that Travis has graciously shared seven lessons that the Lord taught him during his \"Job season.\" I highly recommend this biblical and practical book to those going through their own Job season, as well as pastors and church members ministering to others in the midst of suffering.\"\u003cbr\u003e--David Mitzenmacher, Associate Pastor, Grace Baptist Church, Author, \u003cem\u003ePrayer and Politics,\u003c\/em\u003e Cape Coral, Florida\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover: Softcover\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Pages: 62\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Founders Press\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: 2024\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McSherley, Travis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45910639837425,"sku":"9780984949823","price":11.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/8731\/8425\/files\/9780984949823.png?v=1778599415"},{"product_id":"9781802541373_-understanding-trauma-a-biblical-introduction-for-church-care","title":"Understanding Trauma: A Biblical Introduction for Church Care","description":"\u003ch6\u003eBook Description\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMany of us long to serve and be there for those who are suffering from trauma, but we don't know how to do so in a way that is caring and helpful.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book enables Christians, and especially pastors, elders, and ministry leaders, to understand what trauma is and how it affects people, including their experience of church, so that we can lovingly support those who are suffering from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor Steve Midgley trained as a psychiatrist before being ordained, served as Vicar of Christ Church Cambridge for 18 years and is now the Executive Director of Biblical Counselling UK. He writes with wisdom and compassion to summarize current understanding in this area, gives a biblical perspective, and makes lots of practical suggestions about how churches can be sensitive to, and be there for, those who have experienced trauma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book will help whole church communities to help and care for those who are struggling with trauma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/d3d7wiqvcv31di.cloudfront.net\/dl\/1--T2mHG-tRUsIQaUUfKja_RmQbWkZJ8I\/trauma-Look%20Inside.pdf?dl=0\u0026amp;k=3b0e00a2b4c8bcbc3c092d9aa5459ebfe66f3fc614ffcbb876ca047c49c23cd6\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRead Sample Pages\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart One: The Experience of Trauma\u003cbr\u003e1. The Bible's Stories of Trauma\u003cbr\u003e2. Personal Accounts of Trauma\u003cbr\u003e3. Trauma and Church 4. Jesus' Comfort\u003cbr\u003ePart Two: Approaches to Trauma\u003cbr\u003e5. The Contemporary Thinking\u003cbr\u003e6. Trauma and Memory\u003cbr\u003e7. Trauma and the Body\u003cbr\u003e8. Biblical Categories for Engaging with Trauma\u003cbr\u003ePart Three: Church Responses to Trauma\u003cbr\u003e9. A Thoughtful Welcome\u003cbr\u003e10. Kind Conversations\u003cbr\u003e11. The Comfort of God\u003cbr\u003e12. A Place for Lament\u003cbr\u003ePart Four: Broader Reflections\u003cbr\u003e13. New Insights for Churches\u003cbr\u003e14. Some Words of Caution\u003cbr\u003eEpilogue: Doing Church Well\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAuthor\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteve Midgley\u003c\/strong\u003e is executive director of Biblical Counselling UK and a pastor at Christ Church Cambridge. Steve is a conference speaker, a board member for the Christian Counseling \u0026amp; Educational Foundation, and a council member of the Biblical Counseling Coalition. He and his wife, Beth, have three adult children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This book was extremely helpful to me as I considered people I know who have been traumatized by grief, pain, and abuse. It was helpful to me as I considered how I could better relate to these people and others like them, extending to them the comfort and grace of God. It was helpful to me as both a pastor and a church member, one who longs for his church to lovingly support the ones among us who are bearing heavy burdens and carrying sore wounds.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Tim Challies, Blogger; author, \u003cem\u003eSeasons of Sorrow\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"When faced with the complex pastoral needs of those who have experienced trauma, we can err either by rushing forward to care for these sufferers without requisite knowledge and skill or by outsourcing all care to secular trauma specialists as if the church has little to offer. Steve's wise and thoughtful book charts a better way. Working from the conviction that Scripture provides the deepest perspective on the experience of trauma, he summarizes current trauma research, builds a biblical understanding of the multifaceted suffering associated with trauma, and demonstrates in practical ways how the church can and must play a central role in the care of those who have endured extreme suffering and its aftermath.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Michael R. Emlet, Faculty Member, Christian Counseling \u0026amp; Educational Foundation; author, \u003cem\u003eCrossTalk: Where Life and Scripture Meet\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eDescriptions and Prescriptions\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"All those seeking to support those who have experienced trauma should read this book. It is biblically rooted, medically accurate and practically helpful. I will be recommending this to all of our missionaries.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Jason Roach, Director of Ministries at London City Mission\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Compassion and courage are both necessary for anyone who wants to care for those who have been disoriented by trauma. Steve Midgley provides both to his readers. The wisdom found in this book will help church members and church leaders understand the experiences of people who have faced severe suffering, and give them courage to help those who are navigating the dark waters of trauma.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Curtis Solomon, Executive Director of the Biblical Counseling Coalition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Steve Midgley masterfully tackles the complexities of trauma with biblical wisdom, offering practical guidance for those caring for victims. His work is infused with the profound hope that both victims and churches long for. This book is essential for pastors, church leaders, and believers who seek to support trauma survivors with the same grace and compassion that Jesus extends to his suffering people.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Darby Strickland, Counselor and Teacher, Christian Counseling \u0026amp; Educational Foundation; author, \u003cem\u003eIs It Abuse?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover: Softcover\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Pages: 203\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: The Good Book Company\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: 2025\u003cbr\u003eDiscussion Questions: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Midgley, Steve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46058565402865,"sku":"9781802541373","price":22.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/8731\/8425\/files\/9781802541373.png?v=1752586253"},{"product_id":"9781645071822_-the-church-as-a-culture-of-care-finding-hope-in-biblical-community","title":"The Church as a Culture of Care: Finding Hope in Biblical Community","description":"\u003ch6\u003eBook Description\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe all know people in our world are struggling eating disorders, addictions, depression, sexual issues, marital problems the list goes on and on. Can the church help or is that an outdated concept that no longer fits modern problems? In The Church as a Culture of Care, biblical counselor Dale Johnson explains that the church is still the primary place where those who struggle can receive lasting hope and healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePastors and lay leaders in the church often feel inadequate to address certain needs and are unsure of how to help. This book is designed to help erase the stigma of \"mental health issues\" in the church and to present the church as the primary haven for answers to deep-seated human problems. Readers will learn that God has designed every function of the church to be an integral part of soul care. God has provided the church with the necessary resources for us to care well for one another. Prayer, the Word, the work of the Holy Spirit, and Christian community are God's provisions to lead all of us to Christ even those with the deepest struggles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCounselors, ministers, and lay leaders will be empowered to have confidence in God's purpose for the church, the power of his Spirit, and the sufficiency of his Word for soul care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/newgrowthpress.sharepoint.com\/sites\/ProductDownloads\/Shared%20Documents\/Forms\/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fsites%2FProductDownloads%2FShared%20Documents%2FChurch%20as%20a%20Culture%20of%20Care%2C%20The%2FPDF%20%2D%20Locked%20and%20Sample%2FChurch%2Das%2DCulture%2Dof%2DCare%2DSample%2Epdf\u0026amp;parent=%2Fsites%2FProductDownloads%2FShared%20Documents%2FChurch%20as%20a%20Culture%20of%20Care%2C%20The%2FPDF%20%2D%20Locked%20and%20Sample\u0026amp;p=true\u0026amp;ga=1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRead Sample Pages\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAuthor\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eT. Dale Johnson Jr\u003c\/strong\u003e., MDiv, PhD, is the Executive Director of The Association of Certified Biblical Counselors and the Director of Counseling Programs and Associate Professor of Biblical Counseling at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He previously served as an associate pastor and continues to seek the strengthening of the church by training pastors and members to minister in their local churches. He is the author of \u003cem\u003eThe Church as a Culture of Care\u003c\/em\u003e. Dale and his wife Summer live in Kansas City, Missouri with their six precious children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Historically speaking, the church has been the place where people in need of care received care. Toward that end, Dale Johnson has written a brief but powerful call to the church to reclaim this essential mission. As a pastor and counselor, I was encouraged and reinvigorated for this important work. If there were any doubts as to the church's role in this vital work of counseling ministry, look no further than Dale's excellent primer.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Jonathan D. Holmes, Pastor of Counseling, Parkside Church; executive director, Fieldstone Counseling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Dale Johnson shows that a high view of Scripture leads to a high view of the church and its essential role in soul care. He rightly contends that Christ is both true standard of what God intends to be 'normal' for humanity and the model for elders\/pastors in caring for the sheep. I am hopeful that this book will contribute to the restoration of biblical soul care in the church.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Jim Newheiser, Director of the Christian Counseling Program, Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte, NC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Dale Johnson has written a very compelling book to show pastors and others how, by God's grace and in love, to help those in their church become more like our Lord Jesus Christ. Many seminaries and pastors have embraced the world's philosophies on how to help people solve their emotional problems. People are in pain and are seeking relief, but only giving them the world's opinions on how to solve emotional problems robs them of the joy and peace that can only be found in Christ. Johnson has clearly, thoroughly, and biblically laid out his case. This book is amazing, and I highly recommend it not only to pastors but to anyone seeking a Christ-centered, God-glorifying view of the responsibility of the local church to shepherd its flock.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Martha Peace, ACBC certified counselor; author of \u003cem\u003eThe Excellent Wife\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Dale Johnson is a gift to the church, as is this book, \u003cem\u003eThe Church as a Culture of Care\u003c\/em\u003e. I highly recommend it for all who strive for a richer understanding of local church ministry and all who are committed to biblical approaches to pastoral care and Christian community.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Jason K. Allen, President, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Spurgeon College\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Dr. Johnson chronicles how the church abandoned soul care to secular professionals and presents the meaning and implications of the Scripture's sufficiency. With a pastor's heart and clear biblical teaching, he then clarifies the characteristics of a church that does soul care well. Pastors will find this book essential for fine-tuning their own vision, useful for leadership training, and helpful for Sunday school classes and small group discussions.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Jim Berg, ACBC and ABC Certified Biblical Counselor; council member, Biblical Counseling Coalition; professor of biblical counseling, Bob Jones University Seminary; author of \u003cem\u003eChanged into His Image\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eQuieting a Noisy Soul\u003c\/em\u003e; founder of Freedom That Lasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Dale Johnson writes a timely and needed primer on the role of the church in the care of souls. This reminder comes with gentle exhortations, informed critiques, and humble clarifications. Moreover, it provides a biblically informed call to action for the church of Jesus Christ. As a pastor and a missionary, I am thrilled for this much-needed resource to be in the hands of church members, pastors, and seminarians.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Juan F. Moncayo, Senior Pastor, Iglesia La Fuente, Quito, Ecuador\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The church is the arena in which we enjoy the love of God triune. One of the chief ways we express and experience this love is in caring for one another. In this volume, Dr. Dale Johnson provides a timely reminder of this truth, along with an insightful analysis of what it means for the church to cultivate a culture of care. Here is a rich resource for all believers, whether they be in the pulpit or the pew.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Stephen Yuille, Vice President of Academics, Heritage College \u0026amp; Seminary; associate professor of Biblical Spirituality, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover: Softcover\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Pages: 168\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: New Growth Press\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: 2021\u003cbr\u003eDiscussion Questions: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Johnson, T. 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Statistics tell us that, worldwide, one in six of us will have experienced a mental-health struggle in the past week, and serious depression is the second-leading cause of disability (Mental Health Foundation).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat means there are brothers and sisters in our church families battling with thoughts, feelings, impulses, and even voices that distract, drag down, and nudge them towards despair. But when it comes to helping, it can be tricky to know where to begin, especially if we have very little knowledge of mental illnesses and are afraid of making things worse by saying and doing the wrong things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wise, compassionate, and practical book is written by Steve Midgley, who worked in psychiatry and then as a pastor and is now Executive Director of Biblical Counselling UK, and Helen Thorne, Director of Training and Resources at Biblical Counselling UK. It will help readers understand and respond with biblical wisdom to people who are struggling with their mental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile acknowledging the importance of liaising responsibly with medics and counsellors, this book focuses on equipping readers to play their part in making churches places where those who struggle with mental-health conditions are welcomed, understood, nurtured, and supported: a foretaste of the new creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a useful book for anyone who cares for others pastorally: pastors, elders, small-group leaders, and congregation members.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/d3d7wiqvcv31di.cloudfront.net\/dl\/1s40CSqb6n46NfH5TW5j0wyVCy0nmo_ra\/mentalhealth-Look%20Inside.pdf?dl=0\u0026amp;k=b294eccf0df32a2ae9a66015076073547842f2eaa833c028f84145cd2a5494c6\"\u003eRead Sample Pages\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContents\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePART 1: Understanding Mental-Health Struggles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  1. 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Addictions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eAuthors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eSteve Midgley\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eis executive director of Biblical Counselling UK and a pastor at Christ Church Cambridge. Steve is a conference speaker, a board member for the Christian Counseling \u0026amp; Educational Foundation, and a council member of the Biblical Counseling Coalition. He and his wife, Beth, have three adult children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelen Thorne-Allenson \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eis Director of Training and Resources at Biblical Counselling UK. She formerly worked with the London City Mission and has written\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eHope in an Anxious World\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ePurity Is Possible\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eWalking with Domestic Abuse Sufferers\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003e5 Things to Pray for Your City\u003c\/em\u003e. She is married to Nick, lives in Hampshire, UK and very much enjoys Korean food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve and Helen have achieved the seemingly impossible task of taking a complex issue and framing it for a local church audience. This book brims with a helpful distillation of mental health—terms, definitions, explanations—while also presenting the beauty and depth of the gospel. Readers will be educated, encouraged, equipped, and edified for the privilege of caring for souls.\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eJonathan D. Holmes\u003c\/strong\u003e, Pastor of Counseling, Parkside Church, Chagrin Falls, Ohio; Author, \u003cem\u003eCounsel for Couples\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnowing enough to help is really helpful. The church has a key role in supporting and welcoming people with mental health difficulties. To do so alongside the NHS means the church needs to know \"enough\" – not too much for we are not competing; but not nothing for there are past errors of over-spiritualising we can learn from. This book delivers just the right amount and then wraps it in a Biblical model to integrate this with our faith and see real change. Helpful indeed!\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eRob Waller, \u003c\/strong\u003eRob is a Consultant Psychiatrist working for the NHS. He is a founding director of The Mind and Soul Foundation.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am so grateful for this outstanding and timely book. Every church will benefit from reading it in book groups, as individuals, and in pastoral teams. The writing is warm, soaked in grace and informed by years of caring, listening, and loving. The content is intensely and realistically practical: I look forward to reading it again and learning to put it into practice.\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eChristopher Ash, \u003c\/strong\u003eWriter-in-Residence, Tyndale House, Cambridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are at last beginning to talk about mental health in our churches, so, I’m encouraged to see this new contribution to a crucial conversation. Helen Thorne and Steve Midgely bring both compassion and practical wisdom as they help us to think through the practicalities of mental health and mental illness for the church family, both for those suffering and those seeking to care for them. The book includes a helpful overview of mental health, diagnosis, treatment and care. It provides lots of practical suggestions for how we can care for others all of which are centred on a Gospel understanding of the person and their ultimate need for Christ. 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Rather, he points suffering Christians to the suffering Savior as the sole reason to keep on keeping on. In God's kingdom little things count: a cup of cold water given in Jesus' name, for instance. Alan Noble reminds us that simply doing the next thing can be a courageous act of faith—like getting out of bed when we'd rather not.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e--Harold L. Senkbeil\u003c\/strong\u003e, author of \u003cem\u003eChrist and Calamity: Grace and Gratitude in the Darkest Valley \u003c\/em\u003eand executive director emeritus of Doxology: The Lutheran Center for Spiritual Care and Counsel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Alan Noble has given us another great gift in writing this short, honest, and deeply moving book on the powerful witness to the goodness of life and of God of simply getting out of bed each day, especially when we experience mental suffering or affliction. 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Wallace is worried and has so many questions: What will the North be like? Will he be okay? As they swim into the unknown, Mama gently reminds Wallace: Wherever you go, whatever you do, God’s love follows you. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCounselor Darby A. Strickland uses the story of Wallace along with Psalm 139 to help parents and caregivers walk with children through big changes and the questions that come with those changes. A special section at the end of the book helps parents and caregivers guide their children through accepting their new situation and uses biblical truths to reassure children that God’s love never changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe third book in the Comfort for Children in Hard Times series, addressing difficult experiences that children commonly face and offering gospel hope and help.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChildren ages four to seven will be drawn to the bright and beautiful underwater world created Kevin and Kristen Howdeshell.  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe companion minibook, \u003cem\u003eHelping Children with Change: Holding Fast to God During Upheaval \u003c\/em\u003eby Darby A. 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Although life may change, God never will.”\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eSarah Walton\u003c\/strong\u003e, Author of \u003cem\u003eThe Long Road Home\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Change can be scary for children, and they need to know they are not alone. In Darby Strickland’s book, \u003cem\u003eA Big Change Happened\u003c\/em\u003e, children hear the truth of God’s nearness in the midst of change through the delightful story of Wallace the whale. This book will be a great conversation starter and a means of encouragement to children who are worried about change.”\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eBeth M. Broom\u003c\/strong\u003e, Executive Director, Bridgehaven Counseling Associates; executive director, Christian Trauma Healing Network\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This charming book is sure to be a comfort and encouragement for children who are nervous about life’s changes. Whether it's moving to a new house, starting a new school, or working through a change in their regular routine, Wallace’s story doesn’t just calm their fears—it gently directs their hearts toward trusting God during uncertainty. The melody of Psalm 139 is woven beautifully throughout and then brought to the forefront for parents to use to teach their children about God's constant presence and care. This book is a must-have for families going through any transition.”\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cstrong\u003eEliza Huie\u003c\/strong\u003e, Licensed Professional Counselor; author of \u003cem\u003eCount Yourself Calm\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eTeens and Anxiety\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eTrauma Aware\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Whether a child is navigating a move or other significant changes, Wallace offers a gentle and beautiful story that reassures young hearts of the security, comfort, and magnitude of God’s love. 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For churches working to bring Christ's transformative power to broken communities, this book is a vital resource.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e--Mario Maneville, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-[0.75rem]\"\u003eLead Pastor, Reformed Faith Mission Community Church, Cape Town, South Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book will stretch your theology, stir your compassion, and strengthen your church’s mission. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e--Liam Garvie, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-[0.75rem]\"\u003eAssociate Pastor, Charlotte Chapel, Edinburgh, Scotland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e... an overdue and needed resource that will guide you on both the care of those struggling with addiction, as well as show you the value of these precious and hurting souls in desperate need of hope. Everyone should read this.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e--Brian Croft, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-[0.75rem]\"\u003ePastor, Auburndale Baptist Church, Louisville, Kentucky and Founder, Practical Shepherding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover: Softcover\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Pages: 140\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Christian Focus Publications\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: 2025\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Constable, A \u0026 Mcconnell, M.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47775068455153,"sku":"9781527113008","price":13.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/8731\/8425\/files\/9781527113008.png?v=1778531002"},{"product_id":"living-without-worry-how-to-replace-anxiety-with-peace","title":"Living without Worry How to Replace Anxiety with Peace","description":"\u003ch6\u003eBook Description\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorry is an extremely common yet unchallenged problem, and many people don’t know how to practically stop worrying, even if they know they need to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this revised and expanded new edition, Tim Lane helps readers to see when godly concern turns into sinful worry, and how scripture can be used to cast our concerns upon the Lord. Christians will discover how to replace anxiety with peace, freeing them to live life to the full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/d3d7wiqvcv31di.cloudfront.net\/dl\/1nf7WRnN4deF_PKpAxq-Xowwr2GaDr0Uo\/ldworry2-Look%20Inside.pdf?dl=0\u0026amp;k=cd93f358433c32c4986efd8d28e65ee12dc56610eeadddf33c4321ba15f1109a\"\u003eRead Sample Pages\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003e1. Why Not Worry?\u003cbr\u003e2. What is Worry?\u003cbr\u003e3. Worry and your Past (Part One)\u003cbr\u003e4. Worry and your Past (Part Two)\u003cbr\u003e5. Worry and your Future\u003cbr\u003e6. Worry and your Present\u003cbr\u003e7. How to Begin to Change\u003cbr\u003e8. Real Truths that Counter your Worry\u003cbr\u003e9. How to Cast All your Anxiety on Him\u003cbr\u003e10. What Would Jesus Say? A Case Study\u003cbr\u003e11. Conclusion\u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover: Softcover\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Pages: 144\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: The Good Book Company\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: 2019\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lane, Timothy S.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47775328993521,"sku":"9781784987060","price":21.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/8731\/8425\/files\/9781784987060.png?v=1778530676"},{"product_id":"the-christian-counselors-medical-desk-reference-2nd-edition","title":"The Christian Counselor's Medical Desk Reference, 2nd Edition","description":"\u003ch6\u003eBook Description\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Charles Hodges Jr. and a team of contributing physicians, health care professionals, and biblical counselors answer questions and offer solid biblical principles about counseling individuals with medical issues and address a variety of specific problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiblical counselors and pastors often have questions when a counselee is struggling with a mixture of physical, emotional, and spiritual difficulties.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Christian Counselor's Medical Desk Reference 2\u003csup\u003end\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEdition\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehelps counselors understand how some medical conditions impact counseling needs. 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