Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. (2 Corinthians 1:3-5)
Christian counseling is grounded in the Bible and most often seeks to help a person embrace the pain of his or her experience through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Many of the processes will be similar to those employed in secular counseling; but the motivation will be different. In secular counseling, the problem and/or the client often remain the focus. With Christian counseling, God remains the focus; one important goal is helping the person grow a rich and accurate view of God’s will for him/her as an individual. Christian Counseling combines modern methods of counseling with Scriptural principles, using Biblical Truths as the reference point for integration.
We understand that people typically enter counseling because they are hurt, frustrated, or feeling overwhelmed by a problem. Most of these circumstances are based in wounded relationships between husbands and wives and parents and children. And, of course, one or more persons in these relationships may be experiencing intrapersonal difficulties; including mood disorders like depression and anxiety, addictions, or situational stressors like work or school. All these difficulties can weaken the body and the mind. The individual can only be free by the peace of God. Paul writes, “Be anxious for nothing, but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your request be made known unto God. And the peace of God which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
Here at Ebenezer, we offer Counseling services grounded in the word of God and, with a compassionate heart, we place ourselves as nearly as possible in your place. We will be tender toward your experiences and responsive to your needs. We will use the information we have gathered to imagine what it would be like to be you in your situation. Taking time with you is a process within itself and understanding what you are saying is most important. We understand that being humble and staying professional as Jesus did is the way into the hearts of others. As a ministry directed by God, we will remain respectful because we are not the judge, God is. In Ebenezer Counseling, we want to embrace the reality of your experience through the reality of God.
“My God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus (Phil. 4.19).”
