Anger: Discovering Your Spiritual Ally
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| Rating | : | 4.63 (577 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0664224997 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 168 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-07-16 |
| Language | : | English |
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He is the author of several books, including Hope in Pastoral Care and Counseling, Pastoral Care with Children in Crisis, and The Angry Christian, all published by WJK. . Andrew D. Lester was Professor Emeritus of Pastoral Theology and Pastoral Counseling at Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, Texas
Nonetheless, the book—written in clear and nontechnical language, with frank descriptions of the inappropriate ways people express anger, as well as suggestions for using it as an ally instead—will help readers from a Christian background understand, befriend and use their anger creatively. . (May) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. As part of what God created and called good in Genesis, anger is only wrong or sinful when used in destructive rather than creative ways. All rights reserved. In this primer on the subject, Lester explores frequently misinterpreted biblical narratives about God, Jesus and anger, and provides a six-step process for recognizing, naming, evaluating and using creatively that emotion most of us wish would go away. Using illustrative stories from the Bible and contemporary life, he makes a convincing case for his "threat model." As is true with any one-size-fits-all a
"Anger - Discovery tool" according to Lebby. Use this book in a Master's program in spiritual counseling. Great book with lots of insight on dealing with different situtions. The book was mandatory for my class; however, I am glad it is now a part of my collection of books.. Robert M. said This book considers anger as the result of some threat. This book considers anger as the result of some threat, and a mechanism of how to cope with the threat.. Don't become your own worst enemy! Outstanding work. Author tells it like it is, clearly and concisely.
By comparing the research of psychologists and sociologists with the teachings of Christianity, Lester uncovers a basic truth: anger occurs when you, or those people or things close to you, are threatened. Anger must be faced, he says, or it will become destructive. Lester explores the biblical teachings about anger, focusing on the destructiveness of the dark side of anger as well as the creativity that can result from appropriate anger. Is it okay to get angry? Andrew Lester thinks it is, and in this accessibly written book he shows the reader how to understand anger so that it will be helpful, not hurtful, to Christian life. Lester, a popular professor and author, challenges misconceptions about anger that have followed Christians for centuries. He shows how to face your anger and also how to know when it is time to get help.