Throughout the four gospels, we read of how Jesus consistently offered his presence and his power to those he interacted with along his journeys. When we look at accounts such as the healing of Lazarus, the Samaritan woman at the well, the feeding of the 5,000 and the calming of the stormy seas, we always find Jesus coming near with comfort and providing healing or help. These are themes we can integrate into our counselees’ care, helping them to reframe their thoughts or quiet distressing emotions.

Encourage counselees to spend time reading passages from the four gospels where they can locate and reflect on the presence and power offered by Jesus.