Pain of Mind: A Biblical Perspective of Depression. A Biblical Model for Counselling.

Depression is the common cold of emotional struggle. The broad use of the term depression and the confusing and conflicting approaches to depression have created a need for a Biblical perspective of depression among the Christian community. This book addresses that need. ‘Pain of Mind’ presents a detailed study of The Biblical evidence of, and response to depression. By implementing the results of the study, pastors and Christian counselors can be more specific in giving Bible-based council with the comfort of define Biblical authority. Also, by providing clear Biblical direction for suffering believers, confusion is addressed and steps for coping with depression are made clear. The study presents a model for counselling affirming the fact that scriptures have the answers for life. By providing Biblical tools, the study promotes the ministry of the body of Christ by addressing the emotional needs of its members.

Earl has 25 years of pastoral experience and received a Ph. D. degree in Biblical Studies from Pensacola Christian College. During his 20 year pastoral tenor in Bracebridge, Ontario, Earl was involved as a chaplain at the Muskoka center, was administrator an instructor for the London Baptist Bible College satellite campus, and became the founding president of A Word in Season Ministries, a devotional newspaper column and radio ministry. In 2003 Earl joined ABWE Canada as a missionary professor of theology where his responsibilities include writing college and seminary curriculum, and teaching these courses in developing countries throughout the world. Along with serving the Lord and enjoying his family, Earl's favorite pastime is fishing in the lakes of his home area of beautiful Muskoka, Ontario, Canada, where he and his wife Kathi reside.