Family Counseling

In the presented scenario, there are issues that are clear and that are bound to influence the direction or the effectiveness of the family counseling as well as present ethical issues. First, it is important to understand the contents of the biblical passages to understand their implications to the case.

The book of Mark 10: 6-9 is relevant in marriage situations and commonly referred to in marriage ceremonies or when setting marital boundaries between children and their parents. The book of Luke 14:26-27 on the other hand is indicative of a spiritual call; the words in this passage can be misrepresented, but to understand it better one needs to refer to situations in the New Testament where Jesus was calling his disciples. Whereas the first passage would be applicable in setting family boundaries, the second one, used or referred to inappropriately would be harmful to family ties and...
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