A comprehensive equipping manual for biblical counseling, rooted in the gospel's transformative power. Drawing from three decades of experience, Robert outlines a relational approach to helping others navigate suffering and sin, emphasizing four compass points: sustaining ("It's Normal to Hurt"), healing ("It's Possible to Hope"), reconciling ("It's Horrible to Sin but Wonderful to Be Forgiven"), and guiding ("It's Supernatural to Mature"). Through memorable acronyms like GRACE, RESTS, PEACEE, and FAITH, he breaks down 21 practical competencies, blending scriptural depth with hands-on exercises.
The book's strength lies in its interactive design, ideal for small group labs where participants engage in real-life counseling, fostering vulnerability and community. Endorsements from pastors and counselors praise its balance of theology and empathy, making it accessible yet profound. While it assumes a Christian audience committed to gospel-centered change, its focus on experiential learning sets it apart from theoretical texts.
Highly recommended for churches, seminaries, and individuals seeking to minister like Christ—practical, compassionate, and life-changing.