This product will be available on September 11th, 2026
Description
Confidence, Clarity, and Biblical Direction for Life’s Hardest Conversations
Directive Biblical Counseling equips everyday Christians to counsel themselves—and others—with confidence, structure, and biblical faithfulness. Rather than offering vague encouragement or overwhelming theory, Jonathan Moorhead presents a clear, six-session framework grounded in timeless theological priorities. This book removes the intimidation factor from counseling by showing you what to address, when to address it, and why it matters—no advanced degree required.
Designed for pastors, lay leaders, parents, and believers who want to help hurting people wisely, this practical guide demonstrates how the same core biblical truths apply to a wide range of struggles, from marriage conflict and addiction to fear, anger, and prolonged sadness. Each session focuses on one central theme, reinforced through Scripture, real-life case studies, sample counseling dialogues, and actionable homework.
You won’t just learn how to solve a single problem—you’ll gain a transferable Christian worldview that promotes lasting change and spiritual maturity. Rooted in the sufficiency of Scripture and the power of the gospel, Directive Biblical Counseling will show you how the Bible is applicable in any situation.
Inside this book, you’ll discover:
A simple six-step counseling structure anyone can follow
Core theological themes that drive real heart change
Practical tools, forms, and homework for immediate use
Case studies covering common, complex counseling issues
A model that strengthens both discipleship and the local church
Endorsements
Walking through six major themes that occur in numerous counseling cases, Moorhead systematically provides the practical tools that help one shepherd the saints into the truth that transforms lives. I commend this resource to all who desire to counsel biblically.
Abner Chou President, The Master’s University and Seminary, Sun Valley, California
... a must read and practice for every soul care ministry.
Dave Deuel Senior Research Fellow - Special Projects, The Biblical Counseling Coalition
This book is exceptionally well written .... A very helpful resource for anyone involved in counseling or pastoral care.
Jonathan (PhD; ThM; MDiv) has served with The Master’s Academy International in Russia, the Czech Republic, France, and Switzerland as an instructor. He is a pastor at Geneva Bible Church, is a fellow with the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC), and is the author of 'The Trial of the 16th Century: Calvin & Servetus'. Jonathan and his wife Sharon have five children: Nahum, Isaac, Jesse, Jonas, and Miriam.
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