Can I Make Money as a Christian Counselor?
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This document discusses whether it is possible to make money as a Christian counselor. It argues that yes, Christian counselors can financially support themselves through their work. While some may argue that Jesus did not charge for his ministry, the document notes that those with counseling degrees and licenses have undergone study and training. It encourages developing an entrepreneurial mindset to attract and gain clients, using strategies like referrals, social media, and business planning. Prayer, faith, and diligent work are presented as key to growing a counseling practice successfully. The overall message is that God values order, creativity, and discipline, and will bless legitimate efforts that are in line with his will.
Can I Make Money as a Christian Counselor?
- 1. Donald J. Ibbitson, PhD Dean http://AandBAcademy.comv Can I Make Money as a Christian Counselor?
- 2. Potential Counseling Academy students ask this question
- 3. Some need a full time profession to pay the bills
- 5. Every Counselor must know that God is not angry about them making money from counseling
- 6. People will say that Jesus did not charge to help people
- 8. No need to be apologetic or embarrassed
- 9. Those with degrees and licenses have studied to show themselves approved (2 Tim 2:15.)
- 11. Most graduates will have to get their own clients
- 12. Some believe that because they obey God that He will bring the business to them
- 13. 127:1-2: Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain. It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives to his beloved sleep.
- 14. Yes, we can do all things as He strengthens us
- 15. Prayer, faith and hard work are critical elements of growing the business
- 16. We are junior partners, and they do the heavy lifting in business
- 17. David is not saying God will do all the work
- 18. God will bless what He initiates and where we seek and act on His will
- 19. Strenuous human efforts alone will yield little fruit
- 20. It is perfectly acceptable to view your counseling venture as a business too
- 21. Failure to do that can lead to heartache and broken dreams
- 22. God values order, creativity, and discipline
- 23. Fashioning solid plans to attract clients, make contacts to gain referrals and utilizing social media resources will bear fruit
- 24. If you lack expertise in an essential area, learn it, try to find some volunteer help or pay for it.
- 25. The world needs more competent, committed Christian Counselors who are not ashamed or afraid of being blessed financially