A Word from Bob
Today’s post is a guest post by my friend, Jason Kovacs. For more info on Jason and his ministry, be sure to read the end of today’s blog and check out the embed links.
As most of the Evangelical world knows, Pastor Tim Keller passed away this week after a three-year battle with pancreatic cancer. In today’s post, Jason walks us through a number of resources from Pastor Keller that are extremely helpful for gospel-centered biblical counselors.
Jason’s Testimonial
Over the years Tim Keller has greatly impacted my approach to counseling with his teachings and resources. It is because of his influence that I often call what I do “gospel-centered counseling.” Here are a few key resources:
“Puritan Resources for Biblical Counseling”
This is one of the best overviews of the theology of the Puritans and their contribution to the care of the soul. It may surprise you at how holistic they were.
Puritan Resources for Biblical Counseling.
“Four Models of Counseling in Pastoral Ministry”
This is a must read for pastors and ministry leaders.
Four Models of Counseling in Pastoral Ministry.
Walking with God Through Pain and Suffering
This book by Tim Keller offers a Christian perspective on dealing with suffering and trauma.
Walking with God Through Pain and Suffering.
The Prodigal God
This Tim Keller book is a very helpful resource for those struggling with guilt and shame. It emphasizes the transformative power of grace.
The Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith.
Counterfeit Gods
In Counterfeit Gods Keller examines the idols that we often place before God and offers a path to freedom from their grip.
Counterfeit Gods: The Empty Promise of Money, Sex, and Power, and the Only Hope That Matters.
The Meaning of Marriage
In The Meaning of Marriage, Keller shares his teachings on marriage and relationships.
The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God.
4 Sermons for Counselors and Counselees
A few sermons that have been instrumental and that I have shared with counselees, include:
A Bonus Resource
Jason Kovacs just recorded a podcast at his Gospel Care Podcast entitled:
Honoring the Legacy and Impact of Dr. Tim Keller on Biblical Counseling.
About Jason and His Ministry
Jason Kovacs serves as the Executive Director of the Gospel Care Collective where he and his team provide counseling, training, and consulting for individuals and churches.
He received his Masters of Arts from Reformed Theological Seminary and utilizes a gospel-centered, clinically-informed approach. Jason has specialized training in trauma care through TBRI®.
Jason is a member of the Association of Biblical Counselors. He has the privilege of serving on the Council of the Biblical Counseling Coalition and the Board of the Canadian Biblical Counseling Coalition.
Jason has been married for over 20 years to Shawnda and they have 5 incredible children. In his spare time, Jason enjoys going for bike rides, swimming, good coffee, and reading.
