Recommended resources
I am asked frequently for recommendations on resources on a variety of topics. Below is a list of resources that I trust and recommend in my classes and my counseling practice. I may not agree with everything said in every resource, but as a general rule, I find these resources to be helpful.
Anxiety
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When I Am Afraid: A Step-by-Step Guide Away from Fear and Anxiety by Edward Welch
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Running Scared: Fear, Worry, and the God of Rest by Edward Welch
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Anxious for Nothing: Finding Calm in a Chaotic World by Max Lucado
Anxiety & Depression in Adolescence
Biblical Counseling
Dating
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The Sacred Search: What If It's Not about Who You Marry, But Why? by Gary Thomas
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Not Yet Married: The Pursuit of Joy in Singleness and Dating by Marshall Segal
Depression
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When the Darkness Will Not Lift: Doing What We Can While We Wait for God - and Joy by John Piper
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How Long, O Lord?: Reflections on Suffering and Evil by D.A. Carson
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Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament by Mark Vroegop
Devotionals
Discipline
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The Well-Behaved Child: Discipline That Really Works! By John Rosemond
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Grace Based Discipline: How to Be at Your Best When Your Kids Are at Their Worst by Karis Murray
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For the Love of Discipline: When the Gospel Meets Tantrums and Time-Outs by Sara Wallace
Domestic Abuse
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Is It Abuse?: A Biblical Guide to Identifying Domestic Abuse and Helping Victims by Darby Strickland
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Domestic Abuse: Recognize, Respond, Rescue by Darby Strickland
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The Emotionally Destructive Relationship: Seeing It, Stopping It, Surviving It by Leslie Vernick
Family Discipleship
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Family Discipleship: Leading Your Home through Time, Moments, and Milestones by Matt Chandler
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Intentional Parenting: Family Discipleship by Design by Tad Thompson
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Show them Jesus: Teaching the Gospel to Kids by Jack Klumpenhower
Family of Origin Issues
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Letting Them Go: Prepare Your Heart, Prepare Your Child for Leaving Home by David Veeman
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Fledge: Launching Your Kids Without Losing Your Mind by Brenda Yoder
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In-Law Relationships: The Chapman Guide to Becoming Friends with Your In-Laws by Gary Chapman
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Toxic Sons- and Daughters-in-Law: Untangling Difficult Relationships by Doyle Roth
Gender Identity & Homosexuality
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Understanding Gender Dysphoria: Navigating Transgender Issues in a Changing Culture by Mark Yarhouse
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Homosexuality and the Christian: A Guide for Parents, Pastors, and Friends by Yarhouse
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Washed and Waiting: Reflections on Christian Faithfulness and Homosexuality by Wesley Hill
Marriage/Pre-marriage
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The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God by Tim Keller
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What Did You Expect? (Redesign): Redeeming the Realities of Marriage by Paul David Tripp
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Tying the Knot: A Premarital Guide to a Strong and Lasting Marriage by Rob Green
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The Mingling of Souls: God's Design for Love, Marriage, Sex, and Redemption by Matt Chandler
Parenting
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Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family by Paul Tripp
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Parenting by the Book: Biblical Wisdom for Raising Your Child by John Rosemond
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Teen-Proofing: Fostering Responsible Decision Making in Your Teenager by John Rosemond
Smartphone, Technology, & Internet Monitoring
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The Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper Place by Andy Crouch
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Every Parent’s Guide to Navigating Our Digital World by Kara Powell
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Net Nanny Parental Control
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Norton Family Premier
Social Media
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Connect: Real Relationships in a World of Isolation by Jonathan McKee
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Posting Peace: Why Social Media Divides Us and What We Can Do About It by Douglas Bursch
Sex
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A Celebration of Sex: A Guide to Enjoying God's Gift of Sexual Intimacy by Doug Rosenau
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Sheet Music: Uncovering the Secrets of Sexual Intimacy in Marriage by Kevin Leman
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Intended for Pleasure: Sex Technique and Sexual Fulfillment in Christian Marriage by Ed & Gaye Wheat
Talking to Your Kids about Sex