This groundbreaking book presents a system of biblical truth that brings together people, their problems, and the living God.  It is founded on three convictions:

• That God's Word should be the counseling authority of Christians helping people with broken lives,
• That counseling is a part of the essential ministry of the local church,
• That God's people can and should be trained to counsel effectively.

Dr. John MacArthur has teamed with Dr. Wayne Mack and their colleagues to produce a book for all God's people--pastors, elders, and lay people.  After tracing the history of biblical counseling from biblical times until today, they deal incisively with such subjects as:

• The Scriptures and Biblical Counseling
• Counseling and the Sinfulness of Humanity
• The Work of the Spirit and Biblical Counseling
• Instilling Hope in the Counselee
• Spirit Giftedness and Biblical Counseling
• Preaching and Biblical Counseling

It's a valuable resource for churches and pastors as they minister to hurting people who are looking for love and hope.