Reason #4
You will learn how to thrive using the spirit-soul-body connection.
Secular humanist counseling is focused on the psychology or study of man and his instinct, emotion and mind. The notion of a spiritual component is typically ignored or minimally addressed at best. The focus is on the power of self in all areas to become a better person in all areas.
The bible also talks about the nature of man as a three part being: body, soul (mind, memory, emotions) and spirit. God is a spirit and even the most skeptical of people acknowledge the reality of a spirit realm for them that certainly includes demons and many include angels!
The “spirit” man is that that aspect of humanity that connects with God. It is that part of us that leads or guides.
The “soul” is where our mind, memory and emotions reside.
The “body” is simply our physical container (skin, bones, teeth, hair, etc.) that ultimately decays upon physical death.
There is a complex relationship and series of interdependencies between the three separate aspects. Our spirit man has an opportunity to connect with God in a wonderful and powerful way. The soulish part of our being, where we typically “live” on a day-to-day basis interacts with the spirit and also the physical world. See the graphic at right.
The bible teaches that God interacts with our spirit and this spirit can lead the soul man in such a way that our mind is renewed, our emotions are healed and we are able to gain victory and have peace in this life.
Once again, Christian counselors will explain these relationships and interactions so you can see changes. Secular counselors may work with the concept of body, soul and spirit but are going to ignore or severely minimize the impact of God in this dynamic.
Don’t you want to meet with someone who can help you understand these relationships?