How Do You Know They’re “The One”?

How Do You Know They’re “The One”? Many young professionals have asked me, ‘What should I look for?’ I usually tell them — it’s more than just chemistry. It’s about

Practicing the Way!

Reflection “Practicing the Way”  John 15:4 — “Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can

What is Order?

How are you Ordering Your Private World? Have you ever felt beautifully busy—everyone complimenting your productivity—yet inside you felt… hollow? That tension between outer success and inner emptiness is what

Can SFBT & Narrative Therapy Transform Pastoral Counseling?

This course reshaped the way I see people and the sacred stories they carry. I’ve learned that effective pastoral care isn’t about fixing problems, but about creating safe, hope-filled spaces where individuals can rediscover the strength and resilience God has already placed within them

In Pastoral Care, Is Listening the New Love Language?

In Pastoral Care, Is Listening the New Love Language? This past Fall, I embarked on a profound learning experience through the CN711C Pastoral Counseling: A Short-Term Approach, Session C, Fall

Can SFBT and Narrative Therapy Transform Ministry?

Can SFBT and Narrative Therapy Transform Ministry? Pastoral Counseling: A Short-Term ApproachDr. William Roozeboom – Fuller Theological SeminaryPr. Lijo George, D.Min | Section C, Fall 2023 1) How Am I

Can Brief Theory Principles Be Integrated with Theological Understandings?

Can Brief Theory Principles Be Integrated with Theological Understandings? CN711B Pastoral Counseling: A Short-Term ApproachSummer 2023 OnlineFuller Theological SeminaryInstructor: Dr. William D. RoozeboomBook Review by Pastor Lijo George, D.Min9/1/23 What

What does “drinking from the same well” mean in cross-cultural pastoral care?

What does “drinking from the same well” mean in cross-cultural pastoral care? Author Johnson, Lydia. Drinking from the Same Well: Cross-Cultural Concerns in Pastoral Care and Counseling. Eugene, OR: Pickwick

Theme: Relationship, Marriage, and Family Issues

Theme: Relationship, Marriage, and Family Issues I believe that the family is not only the smallest social unit but also forms a fundamental building block of the congregation, given that

Pain of Not Belonging

Theme: Gender Dysphoria and Transgender Identity Theme: of Acceptance [self-acceptance and Accepting others] Video Thematic Analysis The Theme of Sexual Conflict and the Pain of not Belonging Sexual identities that

Spiritual Abuse

Themes Spiritual Abuse Spiritual abuse is a widespread problem in religious communities. There are many kinds of spiritual abuse. For example, when someone utilizes their religious or spiritual beliefs in

Trauma-informed care

Pr. Lijo George Fuller Theological Seminary CN721 Mental Health Issues in Congregation Dr. Chris Adams 10/28/22   Major Themes Trauma-informed care It is vital to understand that trauma is common,

troubled mind

Bernau, John A. “From christ to compassion: The changing language of pastoral care.” Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion 60, no. 2 (2021): 362-381. Simpson, Amy. Troubled minds: Mental illness and the

transference3

Pr. Lijo George Fuller Theological Seminary CN721 Mental Health Issues in Congregation Dr. Chris Adams 10/23/22 Transference “Transference” occurs when one person’s emotions are projected onto another. During a therapy

Assemblies of God History & Doctrines

History and doctrines of a major Pentecostal denomination: Assemblies of God Submitted to Prof. Dr. Aaron Yom of the SUM Bible College & Theological Seminary Fall 2019: THEO5113 Pentecostal Theology

What is the significance of the “silence in heaven for about half an hour” in Rev 8:1?

What is the significance of the “silence in heaven for about half an hour” in Revelation 8:1? Submitted to Professor: Dr. Robby J. Kagarise of the SUM Bible College &

Jesus the Source of Living Water

Jesus the Source of Living Water Submitted to Professor: Dr. Robby J. Kagarise of the SUM Bible College & Theological Seminary Lijo George NTEX6313. Direct Research New Testament Exegesis: Gospel

Pneumatology

Pneumatology Paper Submitted to Professor: Dr. Robby J. Kagarise Of the SUM Bible College & Theological Seminary Lijo George NTEX6313.DR New Testament Exegesis: Gospel of John, Fall 2018-19 February 23,

A Biblical Approach to the Miraculous Gifts

A BIBLICAL APPROACH TO THE MIRACULOUS GIFTS Research Paper Submitted to Prof. Dr. Page Brooks Fall 2018: THEO6213 Biblical Perspectives: Popular Theologies in SUM Bible College & Theological Seminary Introduction

The Two Views of Hell

REVIEW OF THE TWO VIEWS OF HELL A Book Review Submitted to Prof. Dr. Page Brooks of the SUM Bible College & Theological Seminary Fall 2018: THEO6213 Biblical Perspectives: Popular

Cultural Currents in Everyday Life – Observing Culture Report

CULTURAL CURRENTS IN EVERYDAY LIFE Observing Culture Report Looking for the Influence of Postmodernity In Light of Biblical Truth Submitted to Prof. Dr. Page Brooks of the SUM Bible College

Expository Messages

Book Review of Haddon W. Robinson, Biblical Preaching: The Development and Delivery of Expository Messages. (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2014). Among the leading voices in modern Christian homiletics is

Christ Centered Preaching: Fallen Condition Focus Essay

Fallen Condition Focus Essay Submitted to Dr. Page Brooks of SUM Bible College & Theological Seminary. If a minister of God’s word isn’t careful, sometimes he or she can miss

Questions

1. How does Keener address the issue of experiential presuppositions in relationship to interpreting biblical texts? What does he mean by “reading from the vantage of Pentecost”? Evaluate Keener’s hermeneutical

Biblical Interpretation

Biblical Interpretation In  1 Corinthians 1:18-31 A troubled church in a muddled culture was all part of the reasons Paul wrote his letter to the church in Corinth. A key

Theory Paper

Hermeneutics is the theory of interpreting ancient texts from various cultures and societies. Hermeneutics is widely used in the modern church today to interpret the bible. The bible is the

Presuppositions of Christian Faith in Interpretation

Presuppositions of Christian Faith in Interpretation Assignment:  Identify three key theological or spiritual presuppositions which you find in your own biblical hermeneutics. That is, describe three presuppositions which you bring

Global Reading of Scripture

Global Reading of Scripture Assignment: You are to pick a reading of a biblical text, preferably a scholarly one, but a popular one will be accepted, in which you will

Romans 8:18-30 Experiential Reading of Scripture

Reflect on how three categories of life experiences have influenced your interpretation of the biblical passage: spiritual experiences, pain and suffering, and personal maturation. In 250-500 words explain how each

Research Paper – 1 Thess 4

This purpose of this paper is to examine how 1 Thessalonians 4 spreads the message of encouragement through Paul’s message to the Thessalonians. This will be accomplished through a verse

The Theology of the Book of Revelation

Book Review The Theology of the Book of Revelation Submitted to Professor: Dr. Robby J. Kagarise Of the SUM Bible College & Theological Seminary Lijo George New Testament Exegesis: 1st

Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church by N.T Wright (Book Review)

Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church by Wright, N. T., HarperCollins, 2009. Pp.1+338. In the book, Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection,