The ministry of counseling
Derek Brown, Ph.D., LPC
I went to seminary with the intention to study theology and counseling, but I had no plans to be a counselor.
I went to seminary with the intention to study theology and counseling, but I had no plans to be a counselor.
When it comes to disciple making in the local church, I am hearing from frustrated pastors and other church leaders who feel they expend a great deal of energy and resources but still don’t make much progress. Their discipleship ministry, much like our flat-bottom boat, is stuck.
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