Theological Foundations for Counseling

How should Christians counsel?

In Theological Foundations for Counseling, theologian J. V. Fesko equips students and practitioners with essential doctrinal knowledge for Christian counseling practice.

Fesko charts a course beyond the biblical-versus-integrationist debate, grounded in the rich soil of classic Reformed theology. He argues that God has authored two books--Scripture and creation--and that faithful counselors must learn to read both well. Theological Foundations for Counseling

● bridges the counseling divide with a thoroughly biblical, Reformed framework;

● covers key doctrines, including revelation, covenant theology, common grace, union with Christ, sanctification, suffering, and more;

● draws on Augustine, the Westminster Standards, and the Three Forms of Unity; and

● connects doctrine directly to counseling practice.

Each chapter pairs theological exposition with practical application, equipping students and counselors with the doctrinal knowledge needed to counsel wisely and with confidence--engaging every situation with the full resources of Christian truth.