The Bible is God's Holy Word without error, and is the final authority on all matters to which it speaks. Man is created in the image of God, imparting great worth. This image has become radically distorted because of the entrance of sin into the world, causing pain, suffering and broken relationships. God's grace through Jesus Christ is a necessary resource to overcome pain and restore healthy relationships through God's Spirit, God's Word, and God's People. God has called the church to build his Kingdom through discipleship.
Counseling is viewed as intensive and remedial discipleship.
Therefore, we come along side people and help them identify patterns of thought, behavior and emotions which interfere with our growth in Christ. We provide opportunity, guidance, and encouragement to change those patterns in order to become more conformed to the image of God. By coming alongside and leading the counselee to repentance and forgiveness, the Counselor is able to help the individual see the value of reconciliation in relationships which honor and glorify God. Ministry Organization Living Water Counseling is under the authority of the Session of First Church West. The Session has established a Commission to advise the Executive Director.