The Promising Future of Biblical Counselling in Africa
Africa is seeing a surge in biblical counselling. But obstacles exist. Particularly homes where weakness is shamed; emotions aren’t discussed.
Africa is seeing a surge in biblical counselling. But obstacles exist. Particularly homes where weakness is shamed; emotions aren’t discussed.
It takes many horrible forms. Abuse. Thus restoration and healing is complicated. It’ll require many things. But central to those is God and his people.
Almost all of us will know someone struggling with their mental health, so here are a few pastoral principles to help us better care for and counsel others.
Causality is debated when it comes to mental health. But the Bible recognises that people and their problems are complex. This will help us help others.
Christians tend to be suspicious about mental health. Psychologists differ on how to define it. Most Africans use other categories. But what does God say?