The Psychological view (norms) and Biblical view (creation) together relat to
the belief that there is connection with individuals mind and behavior. According to
the American Psychological Association (APA, 2020), Psychology studies different
aspects of both the behavior and mind of individuals. The ages of individuals
receiving Psychological benefits can range from pediatric to geriatric years. Christians
act as servants in a spiritual capacity. Their biblical view also addresses the behavior
and mental health of individuals, by providing outreach for those that are lacking in
physical, mental, financial and housing areas.
Both entities need to gather information for the individuals they desire to
help. Psychologists rely on information of data that is collected quantitatively or
qualitatively by using subjects for studies to analyze variables through correlations,
quasi experiments, and experiments. b Knowledge is acquired to establish facts
according to different established rules and regulations (Jackson, 2018). Christians on
the other hand, normally serve an entity that is theologically based which gets
revelation and wisdom from the sovereign God. They have established board
members and use the bible to gain knowledge of truth from the word. Scripture
states the bible is inspired by God for teaching, correcting and training (2 Tim.
3:16). The bible also states that God is not a man that He should lie about what
He has spoken (Num. 23: 19). Lastly, the bible states that the Word was with God
and was God in the beginning (John 1:1) and He created by His word (Heb. 1:
2,3).
The goals that Psychologists and Christians have are to make an impact and
help as many individuals as possible. In the Psychological arena, the Internal Review
Board established the Common Rule for doing human subject studies so that
maximum benefits are achieved for the study while minimum risks are encountered
by the individual (IRB, 2018). That is similar to the Christian view. The bible states
the 12 disciples were anointed to provide outreach to individuals, power against
unclean spirits, and to drive out every disease (Mat 10:1). They were trusted to be
good stewards and follow the blue-print training of Jesus to outreach to others.
Unfortunately, Psychological studies may align with positive will instead of
creation. This is not in alignment with the church view. The bible states that God
made all things and wisdom was present during creation (Prov. 1: 22-23). We have
been given the ability to seek wisdom in whatever area of influence we are serving
and become good stewards by applying God’s will to the Psychological as well as
other vocations. The Biblical view is for individuals to be transformed by the
renewing of their minds (Rom 12: 2).
The modern Psychological fit uses history, studies and replications of studies
similar to the Mosaic Law (one point of time and place). However, mindfulness and
consciousness have to
be guided and instructed through wisdom for growth of each individual (Prov. 9:9).
Jesus desires b us to be in health and prosper as our soul (mind, emotions, and will)
prospers (3 John 1:2). The Biblical fit for Psychology addresses Christian’s gaining
wisdom to steward the secular and negative arenas for individuals that might be left
behind. The bible states God desires none to perish (2 Pet. 3: 9). The goal is for
each entity to understand that the individual is spirit, soul, and body from the
Sovereign creator (1 Thes. 5: 2). b
Reference
American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American
Psychological
Association (7th ed.). https://doi.org/10.1037/0000165-000
Breakthrough Jubilee Bible (2015). Modern English Version by Charisma House.
Code of Federal Regulations, HHS CFR 46 (2018). b
Jackson, S. (2016) Research methods and statistics: A critical thinking Approach. 5th
ed., by
Cengage Learning.
