INTEGRATION OF PSYCHOLOGY AND THEOLOGY ASSIGNMENT

INTEGRATION OF PSYCHOLOGY
AND THEOLOGY ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS

OVERVIEW

For this Assignment, you will write a
900–1,200-word essay incorporating concepts you have

learned throughout the course,
specifically about the integration of psychology and theology in

the pastoral counseling setting.

INSTRUCTIONS


1. Using supportive scriptural evidence,
describe your worldview by explaining your beliefs

on:

a. What it means to be human (at least
150 words).

b. How your worldview influences the
biological (physical), psychological (mental),

sociological (relational), and
spiritual life of the individual (at least 150 words).

2. Utilize the models/texts discussed in
this course to describe your personal view of

integrating psychology and theology.
(at least 400 words)

a. What is your view on the use of prayer
and Scripture in counseling? (e.g., Should

it be used? When should it not be
used?)

b. Discuss your viewpoint on how healing
happens. (What are both the

psychological and theological factors
that contribute to healing?)

3. Provide a solid argument/rationale for
why you believe your personal view of integrating

psychology and theology is a credible
approach for pastoral counseling (at least 200

words). Explain what differentiates
your integration theory from others. You may

appropriately criticize other
theoretical frameworks to help explain your point of view.

(You can write in the first person for
this section.)

You must include at least four sources
(texts, books) in addition to at least

two biblical references. (SEE BELOW)

Entwistle, D. N. (2015). Integrative approaches
to psychology and Christianity: An introduction to worldview issues,
philosophical foundations, and models of integration (3rd ed.). Eugene, OR:
Wipf & Stock drafters. ISBN: 9781498223485.

McMinn, M. R. (2011). Psychology, theology, and
spirituality in Christian counseling (Rev. ed.). Carol Stream, IL: Tyndale
House drafters, Inc. ISBN: 9780842352529.

Nichols, K.
(2010). Untie the fear knots of your heart. Lynchburg, VA: Liberty University
Books. ISBN: 9781935986003.

Ortberg, J.
(2002). The life you’ve always wanted: The spiritual disciplines for ordinary
people (Rev. ed.). Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan. ISBN: 9780310246954.

Your Assignment must adhere to current
Turabian. Students in the School of

Divinity (SoD) will use Turabian Form
in all PACO prefix courses, and students in the School of

Behavioral Sciences (SoBS) will use
APA in all PACO prefix courses.

Note: Your assignments will be checked
for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.