...4-MAT Review-McMinn ABSTRACT McMinn, Mark R. Psychology, Theology, and Spirituality In Christian Counseling. Carol Stream, IL: Tyndale House Publishers, 1996. Dr. Mark McMinn compiles an excellent resource for those who have chosen the path of Christian counseling. It focuses primarily on two important aspects of the Christian counseling field : in counseling sessions and life outside of counseling sessions – namely the counselor’s task and the counselor’s life. He starts his book with a brief section – written with James Wilhoit – that talks about religion in the Counseling office. It informs the counselor of the importance of utilizing the Christian faith in counseling not focusing on the relationship between psychology and theology. It states the challenges that religion brings in counseling sessions and how to handle and address those challenges. In the section, Toward Psychological and Spiritual Health, McMinn directs his focus to the different characteristics of a person’s life. He suggests that Christian counseling strengthens three areas of a person’s life: sense of self, an awareness of human need and limitations, and confiding interpersonal relationships with God and others. Each chapter is outlined in a very teachable format. The chapters have sections to address the challenges the counselor faces, psychological and spiritual health focus points, and also expected results by each foundational element of counseling – psychological, theological, and spiritual...
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...4-MAT Book Review Of The Making of a Leader: Recognizing the Lessons and Stages of Leadership Development Sha’Rae Washington Liberty University 2015 Summary Leadership, specifically Christian based leadership, is a very fascinating topic. In learning about leadership and the qualities it takes to be a great effective Christian leader one will begin to learn more about themselves and their own personal relationship with God. This was one of the lessons discovered while reading the book written by Robert Clinton entitled The Making of a Leader: Recognizing the Lessons and States of Leadership Development. In his book, Clinton does a great job at teaching readers the important lessons of what it takes to be a leader. While the book gives information on what it takes to be a leader it is also good for providing the instructions on how to recognize the growth process one experiences as they transition from a role of a follower to that of a leader. In efforts to better explain leader development and how Christian leaders must recognize lessons in life, Clinton develops a model that is based on research he has conducted on several Christian leaders to include A.W Tozer and Dawson Trottman. From the lives of these exceptional Christian leaders, the author uncovers five different phases of development that leaders experience while growing within themselves and maturing. In the first three of the five, sometimes six, phases it is important for readers to understand that “God’s...
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...Summary In reviewing the book “Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity” by David N. Entwistle (2010) the author poses many questions about integrating Christianity and psychology. The book begins with questioning the influence of religion on humanity in the example of the worshipers in the threating situation of sitting in a church filled with carbon-monoxide. The events of that occurrence lead the author to take a deeper look into integration. Entwistle goes on to explore the many challenges of the faith-based communities’ views and criticisms on the sciences and psychology. Entwistle poses one of the basic objections “Some people see Christianity only as a religious belief and psychology as a profession, with very little overlap between them.” (Entwistle, 2010, p.10). The author then goes on to state arguments against this belief as he further defines Christianity, philosophy, theology and psychology, allowing the reader to examine the differences and the likenesses between them. To further analyze, Entwistle states “The term integration suggests that it takes effort to find connection between psychology and theology because they have been dis-integrated, or torn asunder” (Entwistle, 2010, p. 16). Appealing to the reader to see the word ‘integration’ as both a noun and a verb. Initial opposition to integration is reflected in the story of Galileo’s verdict by the Roman Catholic Church. Entwistle provides further evidence of the relationship between faith...
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...Family to Family: Leaving a Lasting Legacy By Dr. Jerry Pipes and Victor Lee A Book Summary Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary Lynchburg, VA In Partial Fulfillment Of the Requirements for the Course of Contemporary Evangelism EVAN 525 B. Massengill May 15th, 2013 B. Massengill EVAN 525 May15th, 2013 Family to Family Paper Review Abstract The publication subject to this week’s book critique is Family to Family which as written by Dr. Jerry Pipes and Victor Lee. Dr. Pipes completed his B.S. at Texas A & M University, his M.A. at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and his Doctorate of Ministry at Luther Rice. He and his wife, Debra, have two children, Josh and Paige. He is the president of Jerry Pipes Productions located in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Dr. Pipes has traveled the world for the last thirty years teaching and speaking to people about family and personal growth. His public speeches and teaching has been recommended by Dr. Billy Graham. He had the great honor of serving on President Bush’s War on Drugs Commission in the early 1990’s. Dr. Pipes’ immense experience and knowledge is clearly seen in this publication. Dr. Pipes’ co-author, Victor Lee, is a reporter by trade and has authored hundreds of articles for Christian publications. Currently, he is a writer for Sports Spectrum Magazine and he serves as a young adult pastor at the First Baptist Church located in Knoxville, Tennessee. Lee and his wife, Judy, have an adult daughter...
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...David Hanson Integration of Psychology and Theology COUN506-B15 Liberty University Dr. Wayne Wilson Spring 2014 Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity Author – David N. Entwistle Abstract The book “Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity” by David Entwistle, is a tightly packed explanation of the relationship between Christianity (theology) and psychology. Through most of history there has been many a heated debate over these two topics being integrated. Entwistle presents information that shows how the two are both designed by God and that God is the author of all truth (Entwistle, 150). Entwistle attempts to walk the reader through various investigated claims and the tensions that ensue from these arguments. We typically go through life looking through our own lens of how things should be based on our own worldview. How we see things and interpret them are filtered through our limited understanding of the world. “Worldviews function somewhat like eyeglasses” (Ibid, 56). This concept is held to throughout the book. The author wants the reader to understand how people learn and determine their view of truth. Entwistle introduces the term epistemology. This is “an exercise of intellectual virtue” (Ibid, 76). These virtues include honesty, humility, respectfulness, compassion, etc. He points out the necessity of these virtues in order to better help us evaluate ourselves. Entwistle presents...
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...Counseling 506: 4 Mat Review McMinn Liberty University Martha J Meek Summary Dr. Mark McMinn (1996) discusses in his book Psychology, Theology and Spirituality in Christian Counseling, the importance of combing the three and creating a way that will help the counselor reach the client. His book is broken apart in several different chapters that explain and reflect on religion in the counseling office, psychological, spiritual health, prayer, Scripture, sin, confession, forgiveness, and redemption. McMinn gives scenarios throughout his book on various different situations and what the counselor should do in these situations. Religion in the counseling office is important, but McMinn stresses the importance of consent before using prayer. He states that often the client becomes too dependent on the counselor. The counselor can silently pray for the client outside the office. McMinn states “the question is not how we understand the relationship between psychology and theology but how we practically use the Christian faith in our counseling” (McMinn p. 26). Psychological and spiritual health is very important. McMinn designed a detailed map of spiritual and psychological health. The map gives examples of faulty sense of self by being self-absorbed, and having a lack of self-restraint. There is an example of faulty relationships, where a person can become dependent. There is an example of a faulty awareness of the need to play the victim role. McMinn describes Imago...
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...Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity Liberty University Summary David Entwistle’s (2010) book, Integrative approaches to psychology and Christianity: An introduction to worldview issues, philosophical foundations, and models of integration, opens the reader’s eyes to unexpected possibilities, beginning with the often combative regimes of faith and reason using Tertullian’s symbolism of Athens as the seat of reason and Jerusalem as the seat of faith; which is the basic ongoing battle between science and religion (Entwistle, 2010). What Entwistle addresses is his belief that integration of the disciple of psychology and Christianity is possible, each contributing to the whole allowing effective therapy, where the therapist becomes a type of shepherd that invites the client into the goodness of God and introduces Christ as his savior. Psychology attempts to understand, describe, and diagnose human behavior but Christian theology seeks to understand “what it means to be human” (Entwistle, 2010, p. 3). In the end Entwistle (2010) reoccurring theme throughout the book is that this integration is possible because “all truth is God’s truth” (p. 13). All the reasoning, precise measurements, and descriptives of psychology are possible because of God’s work in creation. Entwistle expands on the concept of worldviews and how each individual interprets everything around them. Each person will search for the truth but it will be biased according to the individual’s worldview...
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...LIBERTY UNIVERSITY BAPTIST THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY 4MAT Book Review: Practicing Greatness: 7 Disciplines of Extraordinary Spiritual Leaders Submitted to Dr. David Nemitz in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the completion of LEAD 510-D01 Biblical Foundations of Christian Leadership by Detria Thomas November 30, 2015 Abstract In the book Practicing Greatness: 7 Disciplines of Extraordinary Spiritual Leaders, by Reggie McNeal it examines the need for strong spiritual Christian leaders in today’s society. McNeal looks at the good and bad characteristics of a leader in order to help leaders understand and develop the characteristics needed in one’s own life to be a good leader. McNeal states “we are desperate for great leaders in every sector of our society…..we are even more desperate for great spiritual leaders.” McNeal looks at seven areas which are self-awareness, self management, self development, mission, decision making, belonging, and aloneness in order to help leaders to become great spiritual leaders. McNeal states that “leader’s who have an appropriate view of self (humility), combined with the capacity to help others (service), don’t just show up in the nick of time. They are crafted over time. They practice being great." To help his readers understand McNeal goes into great detail in each section and uses real-life examples for readers to relate to in hopes of giving them a better sense of understanding what a great leader is. Understanding your strengths...
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...The Entwistle 4mat Review Theology Religion Essay Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity allowed me to understand the past occurrences of psychology and theology. The book displayed the religion and confidence that psychology and Christianity should combine for it to possess a higher understanding and permitting the client a higher probability of healing. So as to do this there should be an entire understanding of every element in and of itself. Entwistle’s (2010) book presented all the facts from history as it has formed society these days. As he mentioned these historic events, it shows simply how the knowledge today may be a reflection or reaction of what happened then. Christianity has invariably had an enormous impact on world history and the way the planet is viewed. The author makes it clear that God offers humans reality and honesty in His Word. When consideration of his works is given his Word has begun to demonstrate an impact on the planet. The Word of God is the Bible that God created as a guide to living life in the way that God designed to be the best for humankind. Theology and Psychology do not appear to be to be compatible however they are similar when it involves the appreciation and comprehension that enables a person's life to be meaningful. The planet is filled with individuals that have many abilities to share. God created us in his image therefore that makes each of us distinctive in our own sense. We all have things of our own to share...
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...LIBERTY UNIVERSITY BAPTIST THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY 4-MAT Share Jesus Without Fear Submitted to Dr. David A. Wheeler EVAN 525 by Allataye A. Russ April 12, 2015 Contents 4-MAT Book Review Abstract...............................................................................................................................3 Response..............................................................................................................................5 Reflections…........................................................................................................................6 Action..................................................................................................................................7 Bibliography ........................................................................................................................9 Rubrics………………………………………………………………………………....10 4 MAT Book Review Abstract Share Jesus Without Fear is a dynamic book on evangelism. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to read books and seat at the feet of many who were so called “expert” on the subject of winning souls for Christ but this book takes the cake. It unpacked and unearth the subject of evangelism, in such a way, that even a babe in Christ would be able to run with. William Fay possesses a great testimony that adds to the creditability of this work but shares the perfect message of what real evangelism is all about. We...
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...4-MAT Book Review “Church and State In America” Okechukwu C. Nwaneri CHPL 600 9/17/13 Abstract The free expression of religion has been an ongoing struggle since way back when and through the establishment of the First Amendment; a solution to the madness was created. Before the implementation of this amendment; societies’ involvement in trying to influence the U.S.’s practices of religion has become an ongoing controversy within the history books. Based on the first amendment, Hutson’s Church and State in America tells us that “The amendment simply states, “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.” This amendment prevented the federal government from establishing a national religion and allowed people to freely exercise their religious beliefs and practices. The amendment appeared straightforward, but in practice it was ambiguous and increasingly controversial.” Hutson emphasized in the earlier parts of the text how although there were several belief systems that existed during the 17th century like the Anglicans, Puritans and Catholics; there was a solution needed for the state to intervene and establish a central church for everyone to follow by force. As a result of Constantine’s efforts, the doctrine of exclusive salvation was established which stated that “uniformity of faith – for if all were to be saved, all must believe the same truth – and persecution of dissent. “The case for theological persecution...
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...student takes elective courses in one of the following four areas of study: General Management, Finance & Banking, Marketing or Travel & Tourism. Program Outcomes 1. Effectively communicate using the language of business 2. Make business decisions using a systematic, evaluative, information-based approach rooted in ethics and social responsibility 3. Demonstrate knowledge of current events and trends in business, including potential career tracks in their area of interest 4. Master the skills necessary to prepare them to work in an entry-level position and/or continue in the academic field in their area of interest Common Core Required Common Core 6 English Composition Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning 4MAT 150 Introduction to Statistics OR 4MAT 2xx Pathways-Approved MAT 2xx or higher Life and Physical Sciences 4AST 110 General Astronomy OR 4PHY 110 General Physics 14 Total Required Common Core Flexible Core Creative Expression 3SPE 100 Fundamentals of Speech 1 10 Total Flexible Core 23 Total Common Core Curriculum Requirements 3BUS 104 Introduction to Business 3BUS 110 Business Law 3 BUS 150 Business Communication 3 BUS 210 Business Methods 1 BUS 220 Managerial Decision Making 3ACC 122 Accounting Principles I 2CED 361 Business Management Internship I 3CIS 100 Introduction to Computer Applications OR 3CIS 200 Introduction Systems and Technologies 3FNB 100 Introduction to Finance 3MAR 100 Introduction to Marketing ...
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...had a chose what learner, I am, I would chose say I am a 4 type of learner. The first reason why is, I like to do things by myself and parley like to work with groups but not all time. The second reason why I am a learner is that I do not follow the instructions and I do it without instructions. The third reasons why I am a 4 learner, I get in trouble by my teachers or by my parents. Another reason why I am a 4 learner is that I create my own path when I do something. The other reason why I am a 4 learner is that I do my own things the way I want to. These are a few reasons why I am a 4 leaner. That is a wrap for my essay I talked about what leaner I am, what changes I want to do to the earth, one of my biggest goals in life, and what 4mat learner I am. ...
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...COGNITIVE LEARNING What is cognitive learning? Not all cases of learning can easily be captured by classical conditioning and operant conditioning. Learning would be extremely inefficient if we had to rely completely on conditioning for all our learning. Human beings can learn efficiently by observation, taking instruction, and imitating the behavior of others. Cognitive learning is a powerful mechanism that provides the means of knowledge, and goes well beyond simple imitation of others. Conditioning can never explain what you are learning from reading our web-site. This learning illustrates the importance of cognitive learning. Cognitive learning is defined as the acquisition of knowledge and skill by mental or cognitive processes — ;the procedures we have for manipulating information 'in our heads'. Cognitive processes include creating mental representations of physical objects and events, and other forms of information processing. How do we learn cognitive? In cognitive learning, the individual learns by listening, watching, touching, reading, or experiencing and then processing and remembering the information. Cognitive learning might seem to be passive learning, because there is no motor movement. However, the learner is quite active, in a cognitive way, in processing and remembering newly incoming information. Cognitive learning enables us to create and transmit a complex culture that includes symbols, values, beliefs and norms. Because cognitive activity is...
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...4MAT Review McMinn Billy Madison Liberty University Summary In this book Psychology, Theology, and Spirituality in Christian Counseling McMinn drew in on the basic concepts on a Christian’s life along with the basic concepts which we believe Christian counselors focus on. He focused on spirituality, theology, and psychology along with the daily battles faced by Christian counselors in their personal and professional lives. In the book McMinn went into the most important components in the life of a Christian being prayer, scripture, confession, sin, forgiveness, and redemption and broke down in all the ways we are affected during our counseling sessions. In the book we are left with personal experiences from the author in which prayer and scripture should be used and in how much we should use them when dealing with each component in the life of a Christian. Many counselors are faced with regular struggles on knowing and deciding when it is the appropriate time to use scripture and the various biblical readings in there sessions because of various reasons such as not wanting to offend their clients, not wanting to have the client feel as if they are being judged, and not wanting to puncture another wound in an already broken individuals situation (McMinn 2011). The book began to open me up when McMinn stated that “Christian counseling is more complex than other forms of counseling because our goals are multifaceted” (McMinn 2011 pg. 39). He opened readers up to the fact...
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