Counsel for Couples: A Biblical and Practical Guide for Marriage Counseling

What will you find in Counsel for Couples?

Counsel for Couples: A Biblical and Practical Guide for Marriage Counseling is a resource designed to help pastors, counselors, and church leaders accompany couples through the challenges of marriage. Written by Jonathan D. Holmes with a foreword by Alistair Begg, this book combines solid biblical principles with practical tools for marriage counseling.

The work addresses the most common problems couples face, offering a step-by-step guide for the counselor. Each chapter is designed to be applied directly in the context of pastoral care, with reflective questions and relevant biblical passages.

Biblical and practical approach

This book stands out for its balance between theology and practical application. It does not limit itself to explaining theoretical concepts, but provides concrete strategies to guide couples toward reconciliation and mutual growth. The author bases each piece of advice on Scripture, but avoids overly academic language, making the content accessible to anyone involved in pastoral care.

The work covers areas such as communication, forgiveness, conflict resolution, and intimacy, always from a Christian worldview. In addition, it includes real examples and case studies that illustrate how to apply the principles in difficult situations.

Who is this book for?

Counsel for Couples is primarily aimed at pastors, biblical counselors, and ministry leaders who wish to better equip themselves to accompany couples. However, it is also valuable for married couples who want to deepen their relationship from a biblical perspective, as well as for students of Christian counseling.

The book assumes a commitment to the authority of the Bible and a view of marriage as a covenant before God. Therefore, it is especially useful in ecclesiastical contexts that value Scripture-based counseling.

Book features

• Format: Paperback, easy to carry and consult.
• Dimensions: 15.24 x 1.47 x 22.86 cm (6 x 0.58 x 9 inches).
• Weight: Approximately 386 grams, light for carrying to counseling sessions.
• Target audience: Pastors, counselors, church leaders, and Christian couples.

A word of caution

This book offers perspectives based on Christian faith and is designed as a complementary resource for marriage counseling. It does not replace professional help from an experienced clinical counselor or marriage therapist. If you or any couple is facing situations of abuse, violence, or severe crisis, seek appropriate professional guidance.