Integrative Approaches To Psychology And Christianity Entwistle Summary

In the book Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity, Entwistle revealed his theme for the entire textbook with this statement, “The interaction of psychology and theology is virtually inevitable due to their mutual interest in understanding the ambiguities and mysteries of human behavior, and healing human brokenness” (Entwistle, 2010, p. 51). Psychology studies human behavior. Theology studies the divine nature of God and religious beliefs. Christianity is a religion that study and follow the gospel or teachings of Jesus Christ. Throughout the book Entwistle mentions the three simultaneously while building the connection between each. Entwistle knew that many people would not agree with the idea that it was possible to integrate

The discord that has divided psychology and theology has created much opposition to finding a place of co existence. In spite all the various worldviews, psychology and theology seem to be inseparable in spite of the challenges. Entwistle states “Blamires helps us to see that we can learn from ‘secular’ sources while framing our thinking with a Christian worldview and applying knowledge with Christian concern” (Entwistle, 2010).God created everything, nothing is hidden from him and he is all wise and knowing. Every problem was created by sin and it will take philosophical anthropology, psychological and theological approach to change the outcome of sin to explain how humans behave the way they do. In the book Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity, Entwistle provides the necessary information to educate on the how’s and why’s of overcoming behavioral issues that we will help produce a good quality way of living. “through faith in Science he will acquire a new and enduring delight in the exercise of his capacities; he will gain a zest and interest in life such as the present phase of culture fails to supply” (Entwistle, 2010, p.

I found the book to be very useful and it will be are source that I will use in my current job as a manager and my future career change. Applying different methods in counseling will provide greater help that will give different perspectives to those needing guidance. In my opinion it is hard to fathom not bridging science, art and theology together. Science is necessary for creation of life and studying the human brain helps us understand why people react or respond the way they do and why they think the way they do. It is very important to get people to see beyond their own way of thinking. Instilling diverse methods into coaching or counseling individuals can get people to evolve and understand that everyone is different and no two people respond the same way. I will get people to embrace diversity in others. The common goal in psychology and theology is to live a healthy life and enjoy relationships in healthy ways. As counselors we must show empathy and care for others. With this in mind I will do my best to incorporate the best methods and principles for the situation for those that I