Change Quote by Jay E. Adams
““the Christian cheerfully asserts the possibility of thorough, rapid change. This is a very crucial plank in the Christian counselor’s platform. As a basic assumption, he presupposes the possibility of radical change in the personality and life style of the counselee. He believes in conversion and in the sanctifying power of the Spirit. He believes that it is possible for one, who, because of his sinful nature, developed sinful living patterns and was taught wrongly by both precept and example from early days, to become a vital Christian possessing the fruit of the Spirit.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Competent Counselor, Jay E. Adams, 1970
Christian counseling assumes people can undergo profound, swift transformation through spiritual renewal and conversion.
In simple terms: People can change radically with spiritual help.
Key Takeaway
Embrace spiritual growth for deep change.
Themes
spirituality
change
psychology
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
theoretical
practical
When to use this quote
- counseling sessions
- life coaching
- rehabilitation programs
Key Concepts
conversion
sanctification
personal transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can counselors foster genuine conversion?
- What role does the Spirit play in lasting change?
A Different Perspective
Change may be limited by entrenched habits and resistance.
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