Spiritual Development

Do you have questions about the faith? Do you have spiritual struggles that you cannot seem to overcome?

Christian spiritual development counseling offers you a Bible-based private environment in which to ask your questions or discuss any issues that impact your relationship with God and those around you.

What to Expect in Christian Counseling for Spiritual Development

…We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and giving joyful thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light.– Colossians 1:9-12

What you should expect from Christian spiritual development counseling will depend on what you need. Some people just want to learn more about their faith, while others are seeking people who are like-minded who can help them through personal spiritual struggles.

No matter what the reasons are that you are seeking spiritual development counseling, the larger goals remain the same:

• Building a closer relationship with God.
• Finding answers to questions about faith, spirituality, and the Bible.
• Exploring ways to demonstrate your faith and personal spiritual gifts.
• Find a support network that is both faith-based and that suits your needs.
• Acquire a deeper understanding of God and your identity before Him.

Spokane Christian Counseling is here to help you find personal healing and lasting joy. When your needs are on the spiritual side of things our counselors will do all within their power to provide you with the tools you need to achieve that healing and joy. We offer:

• Skill at assisting people of all ages and backgrounds successfully deal with all sorts of different issues.
• A caring, safe place for you to find healing and growth.
• Compassion for Christians who feel lost, afflicted, oppressed, and forsaken.

Spiritual warfare can take a toll on even the stoutest-hearted Christians, leaving them feeling battered, confused, and even doubting their salvation. Spokane Christian Counseling holds out the grace, mercy, and peace of Christ, while helping you regain your spiritual strength, recover your faith, and find joy in the Lord.

What Exactly is Spirituality?

The term “spirituality” is thrown around a lot these days and tends to be poorly defined. God has created us with both a physical part and a non-physical part of our beings.

Most people understand how to take care of the physical part of themselves (their bodies) but taking care of the spiritual part (that which relates to the heart, soul, spirit, mind, etc.) can be a little more complicated.

When we use the term “spirituality” we are referring to the condition of the non-physical part of our being, especially as it relates to God. With the Bible as our guide, together we will seek the help of the Holy Spirit to help you grow in “grace and the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” (2 Peter 3:18)

Joined to Christ

But whoever is united with the Lord is one with him in spirit.– 1 Corinthians 6:17

Of course, the true goal of all spiritual development counseling is to help you grow into greater union with Jesus Christ. To this end, the work of the Holy Spirit is crucial. The Holy Spirit never seeks to be known apart from his work of pointing us to Christ.

Although it will never contradict the teaching of Scripture, within Biblical boundaries this union with Christ may express itself differently in the lives of each of us according to our God-ordained roles in this world. According to Paul in his letter to the Galatians, the Holy Spirit produces the fruit of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control in the lives of God’s people.

What is Spiritual Wellness?

Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.– 3 John 1:2

Spiritual wellness begins, first of all, with being in right relationship to God through faith in Jesus Christ. Without this first step, one literally cannot move forward toward spiritual wellness, since this is the first step in the lifelong process of becoming more like Christ.

After this initial step, the real work of rooting out and killing sin begins. The journey of sanctification (becoming more Christ-like) is not a straight line but would more closely resemble a roller-coaster with ups and downs, though always on a general upward trend.

Know that God is patient with us and does not treat us as our sins deserve. In fact, he even helps us with our struggle against sin and helps us to achieve some degree of victory over sins, even while exposing others to our view that we may not have been aware of.

Throughout this process, we are built up in spiritual strength to withstand temptation, find spiritual healing from God, and both grow into a greater likeness of and a closer relationship to the Triune God, who is Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Effects of Spiritual Health on Your Mind and Body

For the flesh desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh. They are in conflict with each other, so that you are not to do whatever you want.  – Galatians 5:17

Though you may not realize it, your spiritual state can have a huge impact on your mind and body. In the midst of our battle with the world, the flesh, and the Devil, sin can sometimes get the better of us, and we begin to backslide in our walk with Christ.

This can lead to a number of different issues, some of which are merely symptoms, such as depression, panic attacks, doubts, etc., while others are actually sinful in themselves, such as most addictions, doubts that lead to abandoning the faith, etc.

Spiritual development counseling is there to help you identify your spiritual struggles for what they are and to provide you Biblical tools to help overcome them.

What kind of Christian counselor do I need?

The question of what kind of counselor you might need for Spiritual Development Counseling is a highly individual one. Some people relate to one counselor better than they do to another. We invite you to browse our directory of counselor profiles to find a Spiritual Development counselor who is right for you.

Is spiritual development counseling for children and teens available?

Yes! Because young people encounter the same fears and temptations as adults they need spiritual support in their walk of faith too. We can offer your child a safe place to express their doubts, fears, and temptations, and help them find the strength to face whatever struggles they may be experiencing.

Do you offer Christian counseling groups for spiritual wellness?

We offer a number of group counseling sessions, though they change from time to time. We welcome your suggestions, however, so please visit our group counseling page to find out what we have to offer.

Contact Us Today to Schedule Your Risk-Free Initial Session

If you need help fighting the fight of faith, Spokane Christian Counseling can offer you the help you need. Call us at (509) 209-8961 to set up an appointment, or contact us online.