ChatGPT
I asked ChatGPT to:
“Describe Bob Kellemen’s approach to biblical counseling.”
I thought the ChatGPT summary was pretty on target.
ChatGPT Said…
Bob Kellemen’s biblical counseling model emphasizes uniting biblical principles with practical biblical counseling methods. His approach is rooted in the belief that Scripture is sufficient for addressing life’s challenges and promoting spiritual growth.
Key elements of his model include:
- Theological Foundation: Kellemen stresses the importance of a strong biblical theology that informs the counseling process. He believes that understanding God’s character and His Word is crucial for effective counseling.
- Holistic Approach: The model views individuals as holistic beings—body, soul, and spirit—recognizing the interplay between emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of a person’s life. [Note: I prefer “comprehensive” to “holistic,” but I understand what ChatGPT is saying. I also prefer “embodied-soul” to “body, soul, and spirit.”]
- Relational Dynamics: Kellemen highlights the significance of relationships, both with God and others. He emphasizes the counselor’s role in fostering a supportive and compassionate environment.
- Personalized Counseling: Each counseling session is tailored to the individual’s unique situation, encouraging a deep exploration of personal struggles in light of Scripture.
- Transformation Focus: The goal of Kellemen’s model is to facilitate spiritual transformation, helping individuals apply biblical truths to their lives and fostering growth in Christlikeness.
- Empowerment: He encourages counselors to empower clients to take ownership of their spiritual journey, equipping them with tools and insights for ongoing growth.
Overall, Kellemen’s model seeks to bring biblical wisdom into practical counseling contexts, aiming for holistic healing and transformation.
My Thoughts
For my summary of my biblical counseling model, see:
6 Biblical Counseling Convictions.
Here’s my 18-word summary from the 6 Biblical Counseling Convictions document:
As biblical counselors we seek to be:
- Gospel-Centered/Christ-Centered, Theologically-Saturated, Relationship-Focused, Church History-Informed, Research-Aware Soul Physicians of Embodied-Souls
For a fuller development of my biblical counseling model:
- For my theology of biblical counseling, see: Gospel-Centered Biblical Counseling: How Christ Changes Lives.
- For my methodology of individual biblical counseling, see: Gospel Conversations: How to Care Like Christ.
- For my theology and methodology of biblical marriage counseling, see: Gospel-Centered Marriage Counseling: An Equipping Guide for Pastors and Counselors.
- For my theology and methodology of biblical family counseling, see: Gospel-Centered Family Counseling: An Equipping Guide for Pastors and Counselors.
