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Black Chaplains Association

A network for Black Pastoral Care Professionals to share ideas and thoughts, also learn new training info about Pastoral Care.

Website: http://askthechaplain.blogspot.com/
Location: Room 104 1 Cooper Plaza Camden, NJ 08103
Members: 73
Latest Activity: Sep 5, 2015

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Comment by Dr. Joseph B. Howard, Sr. on December 8, 2010 at 4:19pm
Elder Joseph B. Howard, Sr. Th.D.
Sovereign Grace Christian Center Ministries, INC.
“Knowing the will of God; by knowing the way of God through learning the Word of God. This allows us to live the Word of God”


August Reflections


A Full Recovery….

In my most recent book, “Beyond the Prison Walls, by Grace Came Restoration” many things came about that illustrated Satan’s mission to kill, steal and destroy. It is with this in mind, I beseech those of you who are on the
battle field to stay encouraged. It is most likely being a soldier for Christ that you will get knocked down from time to time. Get up and keep going! I am here to let you know that this is our time to make a full recovery. This is our time to
press and be blessed. This is our time to get closer in our relationship with the Triune God. This is our time to help and encourage others. David in the Psalm 51 sought restoration in his relationship with God. His words were heartfelt, in fact his words originated from his heart. King David sought to make a full recovery. Whatever it takes get it back! Whatever Satan has stolen make the necessary faith and life changes for a full recovery. Remember we are
blessed because we press…the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but are mighty through God for the pulling down of strongholds…


Comment by Bishop Kevin Franklin Starks,Sr on November 29, 2010 at 11:50pm
Thanks My Brother,We part of DVM Chaplains.
Comment by Cameron Ross on November 29, 2010 at 10:37pm
Comment by Mark H. Stevens, Th.D on November 29, 2010 at 11:25am
What is a Chaplain?


Understanding The Call Of A Chaplain

A Chaplain is an ordained minister committed to the professional practice of pastoral care and/or counseling in healthcare facilities, correctional institutions, long term care units, rehabilitation centers, hospice, the military, hospitals and other specialized settings.

Pastoral Care & Counseling is a ministry to persons confined to these institutional settings. A pastor of a church practices pastoral care and counseling when he/she visits the sick in hospitals, nursing homes, jails and/or prisons.

Pastoral Care & Counseling knowledge and practice is gained through specialized education and training within these settings.

Chaplaincy is a component of the Department of Pastoral Care. Pastoral Counseling is the other component of a department of Pastoral Care in any denomination, healthcare or penal institution.

A Chaplain is a valuable resource within in these settings and has a unique role as religious leader, spiritual leader, and counselor. Chaplains reach out to personnel, patients and families to provide religious, emotional and moral support. He or she may also offer religious services, Bibles studies, pastoral counseling, crisis intervention and support.


For further information about Pastoral Care Training:

Chaplain Mark H. Stevens, M.Min
New Jersey Institute of Theological Studies
Pastoral Care Department
Suite 160
440A Whitehorse Pike
Comment by Mark H. Stevens, Th.D on November 28, 2010 at 8:23pm
Comment by Mark H. Stevens, Th.D on November 13, 2010 at 5:34pm
Comment by Mark H. Stevens, Th.D on November 13, 2010 at 4:49pm

Comment by Mark H. Stevens, Th.D on November 7, 2010 at 10:24am
Depression affects believers too.....

King David
The depressions of King David stem from any of several probable causes. King David was not pleased seeing injustice around him and he had sinned before God by committing adultery with Uriah’s wife. When sin and the resulting guilt is the root of depression, the Bible shows how recovery begins: with repentance and forgiveness. From David’s experience we know the steps. After committing sin, David felt miserable because of dishonesty thus his days were filled with frustration. David finally stopped trying to hide his sin. David confessed his sin before God and God forgave his sin. David felt great happiness because God forgave him and cleared the sin record.

As for injustice David finally knew and understood that God is fair and God would be the light for his darkness. David knew God would help. Confess your sin, repent, receive God’s forgiveness and be happy.

King Solomon
Vanity of vanities. All is vanity. That was Solomon’s statement about everything done under heaven. The wisest man and also the richest man ever alive, Solomon was depressed after applying his mind to seek the really important thing in this earth. His wisdom and richness could not satisfy him. He even said that the dead man was more fortunate than the living who is still alive. All his frustration is written in Ecclesiastes Book. Finally in chapter 12, Solomon understood deeply the thing that really matter in this life that is God Himself. “Remember also your Creator in the days of your youth… ” he started chapter 12. And he closed his book by these sentence: “The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God, and keep his commandments; for this is the whole duty of man. For God will bring every deed into judgment, with every secret thing, whether good or evil.

Elijah
Elijah got depressed when he was rebuked by Queen Jezebel while he was anticipating a moment of triumph. His hopes were crushed, and his heart was painfully sick. When Elijah became fearful, tired and depressed, he fled from his God-given responsibilities. He was so depressed and he asked God’s permission to let him die. Elijah’s problem is his physical tiredness. God let him sleep and He sent His angel to ask Elijah eat and drink. Elijah regained his strength and he went, continuing do God-given responsibilities for him. Have enough rest and enough meal. It is good to heal depression.

Jonah
Prophet Jonah grew angry when God canceled His punishment upon sinful city, Nineveh. Jonah’s anger was a cause as well as a symptom of his depression. We must pay attention in this case as residual anger adversely affect the chemical balance of the brain. Like Elijah, Jonah wanted to die. The Bible teaches us to put away anger before the sun goes down. God had given Jonah many lessons if he wanted to hear and obey God, he would escape from depression. God taught Jonah about mercy, justice, forgiveness and God’s authority.

From the stories of the above mentioned men, whom recovered and went on with their lives, we learn that God along with the Bible is the most powerful resource for combating depression. The Bible provides many enlightenment and encouragement sentences and actions for depressing situations. The God’s ways were effective combating depression of Job, Moses, David, Solomon, Elijah and Jonah. His ways are effective also for us and depressed people in 21st century. Jesus Christ says, “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest” And he has more offers for you to heal your depression. Walk with Him in your life.



Read more: http://relijournal.com/religion/the-ways-god-heals-depression/#ixzz...
Comment by Dr. Joseph B. Howard, Sr. on November 2, 2010 at 11:14pm
Thank You My Brother....
Comment by Mark H. Stevens, Th.D on November 2, 2010 at 11:11pm
Congrats Dr, Howard!!!!
 

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