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Birmingham Theological SeminaryTuscaloosa Extension

Riverwood Presbyterian Church501 Rice Valley Road NorthTuscaloosa, Alabama 35406

Fall 2017 Meets: Thursdays 5:30-7:30pmClass Hours: 2 Cell Phone: 205-955-9446Introduction to Biblical Counseling (BC7501) Email: [email protected]: Rev. Shamus Drake, M.Div

COURSE PURPOSE

The purpose of this course is to lay down the foundation upon which the student will be able to develop his/her Biblical approach to solving the problems of daily life. For the student earning a Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling, the course will outline the broad parameters of Biblical Counseling which will be particularized throughout the program. For the non-counseling major and certificate student, this course provides a basic framework upon which a growing understanding of counseling can be built within the context of ministry.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

1. The student will be able to define biblical counseling.

2. The student will be able to delineate the presuppositional nature of Biblical Counseling.

3. The student will be able to differentiate Biblical Counseling from secular counseling and a Christian integrationist perspective.

4. The student will be able to articulate a biblical methodology enabling him/her to begin to conduct responsible biblical counseling.

5. The student will be able to articulate a biblical anthropology, including the biblical process for change.

COURSE TEXTS

Required Texts (4):

Eyrich, Howard and William Hines. Curing the Heart: A Model for Biblical Counseling. Mentor Books, 2002 ISBN: 9781857927221

MacDonald, James, Bob Kellemen and Steve Viars, Eds. Christ-Centered Biblical Counseling: Changing Lives with God’s Changeless Truth. Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 2013. ISBN: 9780736951456

Powlison, David. Seeing with New Eyes: Counseling and the Human Condition Through the Lens of Scripture. Phillipsburg, NJ: P&R Publishing, 2003. ISBN: 9780875526089

Lane, Timothy and Paul Tripp. How People Change. Greensboro, NC: New Growth Press, 2006. ISBN: 9781934885536

Collateral Texts ( not required ):

Adams, Jay. The Christian Counselor’s Manual. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1986.

_________. Competent to Counsel. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1986.

Pierre, Jeremy. The Dynamic Heart in Daily Life: Connecting Christ to Human Experience. Greensboro, NC: New Growth Publishers, 2016.

Johnson, Eric L. Ed. Psychology & Christianity: Five Views 2nd Ed.. Downers Grove, IL: IVP Press, 2010.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Reading: A reading guide is included in the course outline. A reading report, which must be signed, will be attached to the final exam.

Sanctification Project: You will find the forms and outline for this project in the next section of this syllabus. The basic idea is that each student will try to: 1) find one personal problem that they have been dealing with and want to see change in their life, 2) consider it biblically, and 3) make a plan for change. A 3-page problem overview paper will be due September 21st. The forms are to be filled out, and each student must include in a statement on their final paper that each step of the project was completed, but please do not turn the forms in. The final 3-4 page testimony must be emailed to the professor on December 7th by midnight.

Papers: The 4 papers for this class are intended to be both practical and concise. Each paper will be from 1-1 ½ pages in length. Their topics will come from the twenty-four questions on the ACBC Theology and Counseling Exams (which can be found at: https://biblicalcounseling.com/certification/phase-2-exams-application/exams/).

Paper #1: Describe the sufficiency of Scripture. Relate the doctrine of the sufficiency of Scripture to the practice of biblical counseling. Research and respond to the arguments of at least one integrationist or Christian Psychologist regarding the insufficiency of Scripture for counseling. Due October 5th.

Paper #2: Describe the role of repentance in beginning and continuing in the Christian life. Explain the importance of the doctrine of repentance for biblical counseling. Due October 19th.

Paper #3: What role should the church play in the counseling process? Due November 9th.

Paper #4: What issues should be covered in an introductory session with a counselee regardless of the counseling issue? Explain the importance of each issue. Due November 21st.

Participation/Attendance: In the absence of professor permission, more than two unexcused absences drops final grade one letter grade.

https://biblicalcounseling.com/certification/phase-2-exams-application/exams/)

Memorization: Our class will be memorizing 2 Peter 1 over the course of this semester. At the beginning of each class, we will begin by writing out the assigned portion for the week. The goal is to get it exactly right, according to our English translation. Periodically throughout the semester, the written Scriptures will be collected to fill this requirement.

Course Grading

Reading Report 10%Sanctification Project 20%Papers 20%Midterm 15%Participation/Attendance 10%Memorization 10%Final 15%

Grading Scale:

A 95-100 B+ 87-89 C+ 77-79 D+ 67-69 F 59 ↓A- 90-94 B 84-86 C 74-76 D 64-66

B- 80-83 C- 70-73 D- 60-63

BTS FORMAT AND STYLE STANDARDS

BTS uses the Turabian style of formatting as a standard for papers. However, students should regard individual professor preferences if they communicate any variance in outlining their requirements for papers. Professors retain discretion in determining how “formal” a paper must be. In this technological age, information is readily available; make sure that you understand about giving reference sources the proper recognition. Please refer to the BTS Student Handbook section on plagiarism for guidance.

COURSE OUTLINE

CCBC = Christ-Centered Biblical Counseling; HPC = Helping People ChangeCH = Curing the Heart; SNE = Seeing with New Eyes

2 Peter 1:… = What to memorize to write at the beginning of class.

Date Topic(s) Reading/Assignments to be Completed by Class Time

9/7 Syllabus, Class Introduction,What is Biblical Counseling?

CCBC: 11-35

9/14The Role of Scripture in Biblical Counseling

CCBC: 89-105; HPC: 1-30CH: 15-44

2 Peter 1:1-29/21 Presuppositions in Biblical Counseling HPC: 31-61; CH: 45-74

2 Peter 1:3-4

Problem Overview Paper Due9/28 Presuppositions in Biblical Counseling SNE: 9-58; HPC: 79-93

2 Peter 1:5-610/5 Gospel Priorities in Counseling CCBC: 139-179; SNE: 59-89

2 Peter 1:7-8Paper #1 Due

10/12 No Class—Fall Break SNE: 91-14310/19 Biblical Anthropology and Counseling CCBC: 107-121; HPC: 95-146


10/26 Midterm HPC: 147-19511/2 Gathering Information and Instilling Hope CCBC: 209-222; SNE: 145-199

2 Peter 1:11-1211/9 Methodology in Counseling CCBC: 325-350; CH: 77-84


11/16 Methodology in Counseling CH: 85-1542 Peter 1:16

11/21 (Tuesday)

Counseling Homework CCBC: 309-3232 Peter 1:17-18Paper #4 Due

11/30 The Role of the Church in Counseling CCBC: 225-270HPC: 63-78

2 Peter 1:19-2012/7 Reviewing Your Own Counseling CH: 155-167

SNE: 201-2382 Peter 1:21

Sanctification Testimony Due12/14 Final Exam SNE: 239-258

Biblical Counseling Bibliography

Introductions/Basic Skills

Adams, Jay E., and Jay E. Adams. A Theology of Christian Counseling: More than Redemption. The Jay Adams Library. Grand Rapids, MI: Ministry Resource Library, 1986.

Emlet, Michael R. CrossTalk: Where Life & Scripture Meet. Greensboro, NC: New Growth Press, 2009.

Kellemen, Robert W. Gospel-Centered Counseling: How Christ Changes Lives. Equipping Biblical Counselors. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan, 2014.

Kellemen, Robert W. Gospel Conversations: How to Care like Christ. Equipping Biblical Counselors. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2015.

Lambert, Heath. A Theology of Biblical Counseling: The Doctrinal Foundations for Counseling Ministry. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2016.

Pierre, Jeremy, and Deepak Reju. The Pastor and Counseling: The Basics of Shepherding Members in Need, 2015.

Powlison, David. Speaking Truth in Love: Counsel in Community. VantagePoint. Winston-Salem, NC: Punch Press, 2005.

Scott, Stuart, and Heath Lambert. Counseling the Hard Cases: True Stories Illustrating the Sufficiency of God’s Resources in Scripture. Nashville, Tenn.: B & H Academic, 2012.

Tripp, Paul David. Instruments in the Redeemer’s Hands: People in Need of Change Helping People in Need of Change. Resources for Changing Lives. Phillipsburg, N.J: P&R Pub, 2002.

History/Background of the Biblical Counseling Movement

Lambert, Heath. The Biblical Counseling Movement After Adams. Wheaton: Crossway, 2011.

Powlison, David. The Biblical Counseling Movement: History and Context. New Jersey: P & R Publishing, 2003

Counseling People with Specific Struggles

General “Addiction”Shaw, Mark E. The Heart of Addiction: A Biblical Perspective. Bemidji, Minn.: Focus, 2008.

Welch, Edward T. Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave: Finding Hope in the Power of the Gospel. Resources for Changing Lives. Phillipsburg, N.J: P&R Pub, 2001.

Pornography

Lambert, Heath. Finally Free: Fighting for Purity with the Power of Grace. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2013.

Chester, Tim. Closing the Window: Steps to Living Porn Free. Downers Grove, Ill.: IVP Books, 2010.

Tripp, Paul David. Sex & Money: Pleasures That Leave You Empty and Grace That Satisfies. Wheaton, Illinois: Crossway, 2013.

Marriage

Mack, Wayne A. Preparing for Marriage Gods Way: A Step-by-Step Guide for Marriage Success Before and After the Wedding, 2d. Ed. Second Edition edition. Phillipsburg, N.J.: P & R Publishing, 2013.

Tripp, Paul David, and Brandon Hill. What Did You Expect?: Redeeming the Realities of Marriage, 2015.

Parenting

Fitzpatrick, Elyse, Jim Newheiser, and Laura Hendrickson. When Good Kids Make Bad Choices. Eugene, Or: Harvest House Publishers, 2005.

Tripp, Paul David. Parenting: The 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family, 2016.

Tripp, Tedd. Shepherding a Child’s Heart. Wapwallopen, PA: Shepherd Press, 1995.

“Psychological Disorders”

Hodges, Charles D. Good Mood, Bad Mood: Help and Hope for Depression and Bipolar Disorder. Wapwallopen, Pennsylvania: Shepherd Press, 2012.

Welch, Edward T. Blame It on the Brain?: Distinguishing Chemical Imbalances, Brain Disorders, and Disobedience. Resources for Changing Lives. Phillipsburg, N.J: P & R Pub, 1998.

SANCTIFICATION PROJECTAssignment Description1

Introduction

Each of us are still in the place in between God’s judicial pronouncement of our justification through faith in Christ and the state of final glorification (Rom. 5:9-11; Rom. 8:30). One of the unfortunate side effects of theological education is that many students gain knowledge about the Bible and about God, but are still significantly lacking in the kind of knowledge of God Himself that results in sanctification and humility.

Further, we all have blind spots, and we will have them until we see Jesus again. This project is intended to help others help us in the process of biblical change, as well as give each student an opportunity to “field test” some of the principles of biblical counseling for themselves, so that they become better helpers.

Overview

Select a problem in your own life that you desire to see change. Keeping John 15:1, Hebrews 12:5-14, and Psalm 139:23f in mind, choose a problem that may be relatively large or small. Make sure that you are willing to get beyond the mere behavioral pattern and get to the heart issues underlying them. Here is some further direction from my PhD Supervisor, Jeremy Pierre, from whom I adapted this assignment:

“On the one hand, small bad habits (e.g., browsing social media too much, overeating) are accessible bits of life that often can lead you into more substantial issues. For example, your online habits can lead you to see a general pattern of seeking ease too much. Then, perhaps you’ll see other manifestations of this in your life—how much you long for the weekends, how you avoid difficult conversations, how you hate challenging work. This is like pulling a handkerchief out of a hat and finding twenty more tied onto it! Progress often leads to ripple effects in other areas of life.

On the other hand, more general problems (e.g., a tendency to be shy and evasive around other people, or a tendency to be aggressive and controlling, or a tendency to judge and

1 Adapted from material by Dr. Wayne A. Mack, Dr. David Powlison, Dr. Stuart Scott, and Dr. Jeremy Pierre

categorize people) have the advantage of bringing more of your whole life into the light of God. The avalanche is made of a million snowflakes. Fundamental changes in attitude again have a ripple effect. If you choose a larger issue, you will need to break it down into the particular actions, attitudes, thoughts, and feelings that manifest the problem. You also may need to narrow your focus. For example, if you pick "strained relationships with many people," you might want to focus on one or two relationships in particular.

Please look over the following examples for suggestions. The assignments found in Wayne Mack's Homework Manual for Biblical Living, Vol. 1, pages 41-45, 48-50 may also be helpful in identifying a area to work on.

▪ Driving habits. In biblical times life was described as a "walk." Now we drive. Your driving provides a microcosm of your life style. Do you drive in an aggressive manner, speeding, tailgating, cutting people off, always pushing and hurrying? Do you obey traffic laws? Are you tense, easily hassled, irritable? Courteous? Fearful and tentative? So preoccupied that you space out?

▪ The way you play golf or another competitive sport. Sports can be wonderful windows into our pride, fears, competitiveness, slyness, tendencies to live on the basis of our own performance as "a success" or "a failure," anger, recourse to fantasy, comparison with others, concern to look good in others' eyes, etc.

▪ Relationship to money and possessions. Each of us tends to run off the rails in some way or other regarding material things: Obsessed? Fearful of poverty? Daydream of wealth and possessions? Worried? Generous? Using gifts to buy friends? Impulsively and compulsively spending money? Coveting? Feeling inferior or superior? Continually going into debt?

▪ Escapes, comforts, and pleasures. Do you at times misuse TV, food, drugs, alcohol, newspaper, fantasy novels, computer games, spectator or participant sports, hobbies, jogging…? Sorting through when and why can be tremendously revelatory.

▪ Anxiety. How do you handle pressure, stress, worries, cares, uncertainties, demands? Do you tend to be anxious and worried a lot of the time? Do you bite your fingernails? Snack compulsively?

▪ Sex and romance. Do you have a problem somewhere on the continuum from daydreams to lingering eyes to covert acting out to flagrant immorality? How do you handle the bombardment of romantic and erotic images in the mass media?

▪ Fears of people. Where and with whom does a desire to be approved and fear of rejection play a part in your life? Do you lie, flatter, cower, avoid, play the chameleon, wear a mask…? Do you tend to look to others' opinions to define you? Do you find it hard to speak up, or does humor belie fear? Are you self-confident because people like you?

▪ Broken or strained relationships. Where do you have a history of "war-making" rather than peacemaking? When and with whom have you experienced anger, conflict, manipulation, bullying, confusion, escapes, etc.

▪ Are you self-absorbed? Do you have difficulty entering another's world and loving people or listening? Are you absorbed in your own opinions, agenda, questions, desires, fears? Do you manipulate and push your way and your opinions? Talk too much?

▪ How you relate to authority: parents, teachers, bosses, police, and the like. Are you rebellious and self-willed? Timid and overly compliant? Do you flee accountability and build a private world in which you rule?

▪ Response to being sinned against. How have you reacted to being wronged, betrayed, or hurt by people? The range of typical responses includes the varieties of anger, fear, depression, denial, escape, compensatory drive to prove oneself, and the like.

▪ Fantasies. Do you have recourse to some private "garden" of fantasies, whether athletic, financial, sexual, romantic, self-pitying, violent, powerful, etc.? Do fantasies of success/failure in anything from career to ministry to love to recreation either delight or plague your mind? Does your mental world star YOU, either to your glory or despair?

▪ Patterns of work and rest. Do you oscillate between workaholism and self-indulgent comfort-loving? Are you driven and restless? Do you procrastinate and avoid tasks? Are the ways you seek rest and refreshment truly restful and glorifying to God?

The Process

1. Inventoriesa. Fill out (A) the “Positive Traits Inventory” and (B) the “Negative Traits Inventory”

(attached below). b. Have two other courageous, truthful people also rate you (one being your spouse, if

married). c. These inventories will not be directly turned in. Rather, you will submit a statement

verifying that they have been completed. The Canvas portal for this will be posted roughly 2 weeks into the semester, along with the following step, Problem Overview.

2. Problem Overview

At the beginning of the semester, choose a problem to work on and write a 3 page summary outlined as followed.

a. Describe the problem in some detail (1 ½ pp.). What exactly are you focusing on? How does the problem show up – behaviors, words, thoughts, attitudes, emotions? In what situations – when, where, with whom – does it appear? How often is it a problem? How intense? How long-standing? What was the starting point? What are the particular points of exacerbation or breakthrough? What has helped in the past? Who are influential models pro and con? etc.

b. Describe what Scripture says about the problem (1 ½pp.), both in terms of negative admonition (“thou shalt not”) as well as positive promise of deliverance in the gospel of Jesus Christ (“walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh”). As we said at the outset, Christ is your sanctification, and you will need to remind yourself of his finished work regularly while confronting this trouble.

3. Sanctification Project Testimony

At the end of the semester, fill out the questions below (3-4 pp.) to turn in on the due date given in the course schedule. This paper that you turn in should include some careful thought and analysis of this issue, the progress you have made, and how you have made it. Consider this your opportunity to give a report on what has happened in your life as you have worked on your selected problem.

1. What did my problem area indicate about my heart?a. Cognition – my thinking?b. Affection – my desires? c. Volition – my intentions?

2. What effects did this particular waywardness-of-heart have on my life and on others?

3. How is my heart changing?a. Cognition – my thinking?b. Affection – my desires? c. Volition – my intentions?

4. What Scriptures were helpful to me?a. Difficult, but good confrontation?b. Comforting promises of hope?

5. How did Jesus Christ compel my heart to love and trust him more? a. Union with Christ in his death and his resurrectionb. Adoption into his family, and the loving discipline that accompanies it.

6. How has Jesus’ obedience to the Father (Heb 5:7-8) resulted in my greater obedience (Heb 5:9-10)?

POSITIVE TRAITS INVENTORYMatthew 7:1-5

Rate yourself on each of the following traits. Before each word, put the number from the rating scale which most accurately describes you.

Rating scale: 1 = weak 2 = need to improve 3 = have improved 4 = satisfactory

_____ Admit when I am wrong

_____ Analytical

_____ Appreciative

_____ Compassionate

_____ Conscientious

_____ Considerate

_____ Consistent

_____ Cooperative

_____ Courageous

_____ Courteous

_____ Creative

_____ Decisive

_____ Dependable

_____ Diligent

_____ Discerning

_____ Disciplined

_____ Do not take advantage

_____ Do not use people

_____ Efficient

_____ Enthusiastic

_____ Fair

_____ Flexible

_____ Frugal

_____ Generous

_____ Good father/mother

_____ Hospitable

_____ Humble

_____ Keep my word

_____ Know where I am going

_____ Loving

_____ Neat

_____ Not an opportunist

_____ Objective

_____ Perseveres

_____ Patient

_____ Persistent

_____ Plans Ahead

_____ Punctual

_____ Sensitive

_____ Sincere

_____ Teachable

_____ Work hard

SELF


Have two courageous, truthful people rate you, one being your spouse if married. This will help you discern how you need to change.

How long have you known this individual? _________

What is your relationship? ________________________________________________

Rating scale: 1 = weak 2 = needs to improve 3 = has improved 4 = satisfactory

_____ Admits it when he/she is wrong

_____ Analytical

_____ Appreciative

_____ Compassionate

_____ Conscientious

_____ Considerate

_____ Consistent

_____ Cooperative

_____ Courageous

_____ Courteous

_____ Creative

_____ Decisive

_____ Dependable

_____ Diligent

_____ Discerning

_____ Disciplined

_____ Does not take advantage

_____ Does not use people

_____ Efficient

_____ Enthusiastic

_____ Fair

_____ Flexible

_____ Frugal

_____ Generous


_____ Hospitable

_____ Humble

_____ Keeps his/her word

_____ Knows where he/she is going

_____ Loving

_____ Neat


_____ Objective

_____ Perseveres

_____ Patient

_____ Persistent

_____ Plans Ahead

_____ Punctual

_____ Sensitive

_____ Sincere

_____ Teachable

_____ Works hard

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How long have you known this individual? _________


Rating scale: 1 = weak 2 = needs to improve 3 = has improved 4 = satisfactory

_____ Admits it when he/she is wrong

_____ Analytical

_____ Appreciative

_____ Compassionate

_____ Conscientious

_____ Considerate

_____ Consistent

_____ Cooperative

_____ Courageous

_____ Courteous

_____ Creative

_____ Decisive

_____ Dependable

_____ Diligent

_____ Discerning

_____ Disciplined

_____ Does not take advantage

_____ Does not use people

_____ Efficient

_____ Enthusiastic

_____ Fair

_____ Flexible

_____ Frugal

_____ Generous


_____ Hospitable

_____ Humble

_____ Keeps his/her word

_____ Knows where he/she is going

_____ Loving

_____ Neat


_____ Objective

_____ Perseveres

_____ Patient

_____ Persistent

_____ Plans Ahead

_____ Punctual

_____ Sensitive

_____ Sincere

_____ Teachable

_____ Works hard

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SELFNEGATIVE TRAITS INVENTORYMatthew 7:1-5


How long have you known this individual? _______


Rating scale: 1 = weak 2 = needs improvement 3 = has improved 4= not a problem

Stewardship of Time

______ Inconsistent

______ Irresponsible

______ Lazy

______ Procrastinator

Stewardship of Finances______ Greedy

______ Impractical

______ Stingy

______ Squanderer

Stewardship of Words ______ Argumentative

______ Explosive

______ Gets the last word

______ Gossipy

______ Harsh

______ Deceitful

______ Sarcastic

Issues of the Heart

Toward Self

______ Arrogant

______ Covetous

______ Insecure

______ Never satisfied

______ Overambitious

______ Overly independent

______ Perfectionist

______ Petty

______ Reckless

______ Scheming

______ Secretive (Private)

______ Selfish/Self-willed

______ Spineless

______ Stubborn

______ Touchy

______ Unbelieving

______ Undiscerning

______ Unreasonable

Toward Others

______ Belittling

______ Bitter

______ Blame-shifting

______ Clams up

______ Cliquish

______ Closed minded

______ Nagging

______ Critical

______ Demanding

______ Distrustful

______ Holier-than-Thou

______ Hypocritical

______ Impatient

______ Inconsiderate

______ Insensitive

______ Jealous

______ Judgmental

______ Manipulating

______ Non-confrontational

______ Overbearing

______ Picky

______ Possessive

______ Pushy

______ Resentful

______ Rigid

______ Rude

______ Suspicious

______ Tactless

______ Thin-skinned

______ Thoughtless

______ Unforgiving

______ Ungrateful

______ Unkind

______ Untrustworthy

Toward Life

______ Complaining

______ Overwhelmed

______ Anxious

______ Embittered

Decision Making

______ Indecisive

______ Indifferent

______ Inflexible

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NEGATIVE TRAITS INVENTORYMatthew 7:1-5





Stewardship of Time

______ Inconsistent


______ Lazy



______ Impractical

______ Stingy

______ Squanderer


______ Explosive


______ Gossipy

______ Harsh

______ Deceitful

______ Sarcastic

Issues of the Heart

Toward Self

______ Arrogant

______ Covetous

______ Insecure





______ Petty

______ Reckless

______ Scheming



______ Spineless

______ Stubborn

______ Touchy

______ Unbelieving

______ Undiscerning

______ Unreasonable

Toward Others

______ Belittling

______ Bitter


______ Clams up

______ Cliquish


______ Nagging

______ Critical

______ Demanding

______ Distrustful


______ Hypocritical

______ Impatient


______ Insensitive

______ Jealous

______ Judgmental

______ Manipulating


______ Overbearing

______ Picky

______ Possessive

______ Pushy

______ Resentful

______ Rigid

______ Rude

______ Suspicious

______ Tactless

______ Thin-skinned

______ Thoughtless

______ Unforgiving

______ Ungrateful

______ Unkind


Toward Life

______ Complaining

______ Overwhelmed

______ Anxious

______ Embittered

Decision Making

______ Indecisive

______ Indifferent

______ Inflexible

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NEGATIVE TRAITS INVENTORYMatthew 7:1-5





Stewardship of Time

______ Inconsistent


______ Lazy



______ Impractical

______ Stingy

______ Squanderer


______ Explosive


______ Gossipy

______ Harsh

______ Deceitful

______ Sarcastic

Issues of the Heart

Toward Self

______ Arrogant

______ Covetous

______ Insecure





______ Petty

______ Reckless

______ Scheming



______ Spineless

______ Stubborn

______ Touchy

______ Unbelieving

______ Undiscerning

______ Unreasonable

Toward Others

______ Belittling

______ Bitter


______ Clams up

______ Cliquish


______ Nagging

______ Critical

______ Demanding

______ Distrustful


______ Hypocritical

______ Impatient


______ Insensitive

______ Jealous

______ Judgmental

______ Manipulating


______ Overbearing

______ Picky

______ Possessive

______ Pushy

______ Resentful

______ Rigid

______ Rude

______ Suspicious

______ Tactless

______ Thin-skinned

______ Thoughtless

______ Unforgiving

______ Ungrateful

______ Unkind


Toward Life

______ Complaining

______ Overwhelmed

______ Anxious

______ Embittered

Decision Making

______ Indecisive

______ Indifferent

______ Inflexible

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