The Fundamentals of Biblical Counseling: Equipping Believers to Counsel with Scripture Alone

By Nicolas Ellen

Biblical counseling is not a modern invention-it is the faithful application of God's Word to the lives of people within the context of discipleship and the local church. In The Fundamentals of Biblical Counseling, Dr. Nicolas Ellen presents a comprehensive, Scripture-centered framework for counseling that rests fully on the authority and sufficiency of the Bible.

Written for pastors, elders, counselors, ministry leaders, and, anyone interested in biblical counseling this training manual equips readers to diagnose heart issues biblically, discern the nature of human problems, and apply God's truth with clarity, compassion, and conviction. Rejecting secular psychology and integrative counseling models, this book defines counseling as an extension of the Great Commission-calling sinners to repentance, comforting the suffering, and training believers toward Christlike maturity.

Readers will learn what makes biblical counseling truly biblical, how Scripture addresses thoughts, desires, motives, communication, relationships, and service, and how to guide others through the process of biblical change and progressive sanctification. Designed for both classroom instruction and real-life ministry application, this book serves as a foundational resource for counseling within the local church.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 195290210X
• ISBN13: 9781952902109
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Expository Counseling Training Center (Ectc)
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 11.0"