HSCO 506 DB 1 WITH REPLY.

HSCO 506 DB 1 WITH REPLY. HSCO 506 DB 1 WITH REPLY WEEK 1 DM QUESTIO WITH REPLIES HSCO 506 INSTRUCTOR BRIAN CAMBELL WEEK 1 DRB Discussion Question: The lectures talked about the value of integrating psychology and our Christian faith in counseling. When you think of the area of human services counseling, per se, what do you think are the most important points made in the lecture that would encourage you to look for ways to use both psychology and theology/Christian spirituality in your human services counseling? Even if you work in a secular setting (such as a community mental health center) how can you utilize some of the elements of a “Christian” counseling approach (as defined in the lecture) in all human services counseling settings? Put another way, how could you argue that in answering the question “what is the solution to our problems” we should draw from both psychology and theology/spirituality, rather than just one worldview perspective? In your answer, demonstrate that you are reflecting on solid concepts from the lectures; cite the lectures correctly as directed in the discussion board instructions document. Replies: In your responses to at least two classmates must challenge your classmates and expand the discussion. ELIMINATE simple “I agree” statements. Where do you think your classmates’ posts made strong points and where could their posts have been strengthened? Refer to the discussion board grading rubric for additional ideas for your responses to classmates. Truth. According to Brewer & Peters (2010b), seeking truth is a concept and goal in both a theological worldview and a scientific worldview. While those who are struggling with their lives are seeking true answers to their problems, the Bible proclaims that God’s word is truth. In fact, Jesus himself claimed to be the truth (John 4:16). If we as Christian counselors are to help others seek truth in their hearts, we must encourage them to seek it through the Word. “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God” (John 1:1, NIV). Self-awareness & humility. “Integrated counseling also demands that each of us involved in counseling have an extra measure of self-awareness and humility” (Brewer & Peters, 2010b, para. 3). The concept of fully understanding life as we know it is too much for any one man or woman to grasp. As counselors, we often see our clients buckling under the pressures of the world; they attempt to be “perfect” or think that everyone else can thrive in the chaos while they seem to always fail. We must address this by peeling back the layers, revealing to our brothers and sisters that we all struggle and sin. It is up to us to turn to the only higher power forguidance, comfort, and peace. “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23, NIV). There are many important points made in the lectures for Week #1 and Week #2 that encourage me to integrate my faith into my human services counseling. Collaboration. While most answers to life’s questions can be found in studying God’s word, many people desire a worldlier validation to their issues. Unfortunately, sometimes problems cannot simply be “prayed away.” By understanding both psychological and theological worldviews, we can better understand the workings of the human mind, body, and soul. Just as the left and right brains complement each other in the human mind, psychology and theology can complement each other through Christian counseling. “If we are dealing with a psychologically-enabled need it is also important we understand the spiritual needs under the theological context of God’s view of that person and their future” (Brewer & Peters, 2010b, para. 3). REPLY 2Biblical foundations. “The view of human beings and our role in the created order in which science is founded comes from biblical teaching, just as the idea that humans are capable of knowing and understanding and grasping the truth, grows out of the biblical teaching that we are created in the image of God” (Brewer & Peters, 2010d, para. 2). In short, without the teachings of the Bible, modern science would not be what it is today. Scientific breakthroughs have provided mankind with answers for centuries, but at the root of all science is an unexplained force of creation. That force is God. With this understanding of God’s power, both counselor and client can gain both empowerment and humility. “Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. And God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light” (Genesis 1:2-3, NIV). Opportunity for discipleship. As counselors, we interact with many different people, and this interaction is one of a deeply personal nature. We ask clients to share their stories, their pain, and their burdens with us. There is so much trust involved with counseling. While our clients trust us in their guidance on a mental, physical, and emotional level, it’s important that we remain trustworthy in our opportunity to guide them on a spiritual level as well. “Christian counselors are those who have an awareness of sin and the ability to name behavior that is sinful to help clients become aware of the part that sin plays in their lives” (Brewer & Peters, 2010d, para. 4). While humbly understanding their own sin, counselors can be vessels of discipleship in a broken world. “And whoever does not carry their cross and follow me cannot be my disciple” (Luke 14:27, NIV). References. Brewer, G., & Peters, C. (2010b). COUN 506 Week One, Lecture One: Integration of psychology and Christianity – WHY BOTHER? [PowerPoint]. Lynchburg, VA: Liberty University Online REPLY . this is a well written and thought provoking post. You have made some very good observations. I loved that you took the question and brought it to the, “opportunity for discipleship.” Drs. Clinton and Hawkins (2015) talk about Christian counselor’s roles as His followers. They say, “As His followers, He entrusts those roles to us, so we become His hands, feet, and voice” (Clinton & Hawkins, 2015, p. 179). Making disciples means, the person follows our lead. Since we are leading them as Christ leads us, they become more like Him. Clinton and Hawkins claim, “Christian counselors derive their authority in these three responsibilities. As prophets, as priests, and as kings” (Clinton Hawkins, 2015, p. 179). Simply put, He gives us the authority to be His mouthpiece, His ambassadors, and His love to those we minister too. We should count it a blessing to be used by Him in this way. References. Hawkins, R., & Clinton, T. (2015). The new Christian counselor: A fresh biblical and transformational approach. Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers.