How would you respond to your pastor?

1. Brewer, G., & Peters, C., (n.d.). [Insert audio lecture title or notes title]. Lynchburg, VA: Liberty University. 1. Book Resources 3. Bible Presentation: Worldview Questions and Answer: https://learn.liberty.edu/bbcswebdav/courses/CEFS506_B02_202030/COUN506_LUO_8WK_DEV_ImportedContent_20141218015707/iSpring%20Presentations/Module%2002/Mod%2002%20-%20Worldview%20Questions%20and%20Answers%20%28LMS%29/res/html5.html Presentation: Philosophical Underpinnings of Integrative Counseling https://learn.liberty.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-39355123-dt-content-rid-470808491_1/courses/CEFS506_B02_202030/COUN506_LUO_8WK_DEV_ImportedContent_20141218015707/iSpring%20Presentations/Module%2002/Mod%2002%20-%20Philosophical%20Underpinnings%20of%20Integrative%20Counseling%20%28LMS%29/res/html5.html Presentation: Models for Interdisciplinary Integration https://learn.liberty.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-39355124-dt-content-rid-470808405_1/courses/CEFS506_B02_202030/COUN506_LUO_8WK_DEV_ImportedContent_20141218015707/iSpring%20Presentations/Module%2002/Mod%2002%20-%20Models%20for%20Interdisciplinary%20Integration%20%28LMS%29/res/html5.html Entwistle, D. N. (2015). Integrative approaches to psychology and Christianity: An introduction to worldview issues, philosophical foundations, and models of integration (3rd ed.). Eugene, OR: Wipf and Stock Publishers. ISBN: 9781498223485. (Chapter 5-9) Hawkins, R., & Clinton, T. (2015). The new Christian counselor: A fresh biblical & transformational approach. Eugene, OR: Harvest House. ISBN: 9780736943543. (Chap 2) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Instructions As we consider the broad topic of integration of science (psychology, in our case) and theology, consider this conversation that a student had with his pastor: Pastor: I know you are studying counseling at Liberty University. As you know, I received training in theology, and I well remember Jay Adams’ famous statement: “Psychology is just sinful human beings sinfully thinking about sinful human beings.” I am deeply concerned about the wisdom of pursuing this degree at Liberty. Personally, I think psychology is secular “mumbo jumbo.” The Pastor continues: In my opinion, all psychological problems are simply problems of faith, and should be addressed through prayer, repentance, and seeking counsel from the Holy Spirit. After all, you, as a sinner, cannot be expected to help other sinful people–can you? Can psychology really be integrated with theology? What’s your opinion?” How would you respond to your pastor? In your dialogue with your pastor (“Pastor, thanks for allowing me to answer your concerns. Personally, I agree/disagree. . . “) include the following: Explain why you agree or disagree with Adams’ quote, based on your understanding of the course materials. Adequately justify your position considering both Adams’ presuppositions and implications for Christian counseling How does your own worldview largely determine your answer? What does the quote say about sources of knowledge, per Entwistle’s discussion? Which model of integration do you seem to be supporting in your responses? What is the one best argument for attempting to integrate the two disciplines? Make sure to justify and support your answer. Where appropriate, use in-text citations to support your assertions. Feel free to actually create a dialogue with your pastor, or provide your answer in a narrative.