Explore the journey of life as a spiritual wilderness where we need constant counseling. Discuss the importance of community support to combat disbelief and spiritual dryness. Delve into Jesus' contrasting responses to grief, highlighting His empathy and authority. Emphasize the balance of truth and compassion in ministry, presenting Jesus as the ultimate 'Wonderful Counselor.' Reflect on our identity in Christ and how belonging brings healing. Ultimately, find hope in the profound empathy of Jesus in our struggles.
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The Need for Counseling
Life's best things will eventually disappoint you, and God often won't act as you expect.
This can lead to cynicism and bitterness, so we need constant counseling.
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Truth and Tears
Effective counseling requires both truth and empathy, like Jesus showed with Martha and Mary.
We need both truth and tears; one without the other is insufficient.
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The X-Ray Technician
Timothy Keller recounts how an x-ray technician's experience as a patient changed his bedside manner.
This highlights the importance of empathy and understanding in providing care and support.
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In 'One with My Lord', Sam Allberry explores the doctrine of union with Christ through a rich study of New Testament scriptures. Each chapter is designed to be read as a devotional, providing believers with a fresh perspective to pursue holiness, resist sin, build community, and worship God. The book emphasizes that being 'in Christ' is central to the Christian life, defining who believers are and enriching every area of their lives. It is an excellent resource for personal devotions, small group discussions, or deeper discipleship.
The book of Hebrews is telling us we’ll never make it through life without counseling—daily counseling.
A main theme of Hebrews is that life in this world is a journey, spiritually speaking, through a wilderness. In verse 13, it says the only way we’re going to get through it is with this little word: the Greek word, parakaleō. It’s often translated as encouragement, but it comes closest to what we today would call counseling.
Let’s ask the text these questions: 1) why do we need counseling? 2) what kind of counseling do we need? 3) who can give it to us? and 4) how do we receive it?
This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on February 27, 2005. Series: Christ: Our Treasury (The Book of Hebrews). Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-13; 4:14-5:7.
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