Week 5 Journal Article Review 2
Abstract
We should include prayer in our daily lives. Both when you stand up and when you lie
down. all over the day and even when eating. Every day, we ought to practice it and teach our
kids how to do it. Tan (2007) asserts that the ethical and moral application of Scripture and
prayer in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be extremely beneficial for Christians who
hold that the Bible is the divine word of God and their ultimate authority in daily life.
Comprehensive assessments of individuals determine their suitability for this approach and
whether it is feasible for them to adopt it. Tan says that people who are struggling with
addictions as well as those who are experiencing tension, despair, and indignation difficulties
might benefit from this kind of approach.
Keywords: Therapy, Prayer
Week 5 Journal Article Review 3
The Christian counselor and the Bible
Summary
Before I started reading his book, I was unaware that Christian counseling had been
practiced for more than 70 years. Who would have guessed that people are so quiet about it? A
Christian psychotherapist having a practice or working inside one is an uncommon find.7with a
Christian counselor on staff. Tan (2007) begins their work by discussing the ways in which
counseling is like discipleship. Christian counseling in churches and the way that disciples in the
Bible listened to one another and to Christ, as well as offered advice to others, are examples of
discipleship. By being a disciple, you are assisting someone in becoming more like Christ. to
support them in transforming into and leading a life of righteousness (Tan, 2007).
Use of Prayer & Scripture in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy by Tan (2007) discusses how
to use Scripture in a Christian manner in conjunction with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
and how appropriate and moral prayer can be used, including internal mending prayer. Tan was
somewhat depicted the ways in which the norms of prayer can converge during treatment and
under circumstances, having regard for the needs of the clients through their candor. It based on
the client's requirements and issues, as well as the therapist's background, temperament, and style
of work, whether a Christian therapist follows the continuum or performs implicit or explicit
integration (Tan, 2007). The goal of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is to enhance emotional
well-being through intervention (Tan, 2007). It focuses on modifying psychological patterns and
behaviors, enhancing fervent guidance, and developing personalized adaptation strategies that
address present problems. Not only does this explain why prayer is essential to CBT therapy, but
Tan also discusses the role that prayer plays in the treatment.
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Contemplation
Knowing God's Word in relation to people's circumstances and the internal structures of
their thought processes. People can learn how to reconstruct flawed, irrational, and level-headed
beliefs that do not support the efficacy of the7of Christian approaches (Tan, 2007). Praying
during sessions helps people become freer to take charge of their own life and decisions. We ask
that each person's prayer provide comfort by enabling them to realize that they are using God's
resources (Tan, 2007). Prayer soothes people's emotions and speaks volumes about their
inspiration. While prayer draws us closer to God and is a way that we honor Him, it also
influences us for the rest of our lives. Developing a unique, amazing, and prayer-based journey is
one of Christian counselors' main tasks. The lack in that area will directly impact how they
organize, handle, and apply prayer as a guiding tool. Both private and public prayer have their
own significance in Christian guidance (Tan, 2007).
Utilization
In a counseling session, the goal is usually to be heard. Let us be sincere.7As Christians,
we may occasionally assume that we are not in need of healing or that if we pray, everything will
go away and we will be OK the next day. Proverbs 15:22 states, "When plans collapse due to
lack of guidance,7Christians don't typically think of Christian therapy because it could not be
available where they reside, but with many advisers they succeed. However, why wouldn't you
desire advice from someone who follows Christ? Tan talks about how a Christian counselor may
assist clients reach their goals and fulfill the purpose that God has for their lives (Tan, 2007). It is
a Christian counselor's duty to follow Christ and incorporate discipleship into their job as a
commitment to God. Christian counselors carry out their fulfilling and humbling service for the
Lord in a way that uplifts their spirits (Tan, 2007).
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References
Hawkins, R., and Clinton, T. (2015). The New Christian Counselor: A Fresh Biblical and
Transformational Approach. Harvest House Publishers.
Tan, S. (2007). Use of Prayer and Scripture in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Journal of
Psychology and Christianity, 26(2), 101-111.
The Holy Bible. King James Version.
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