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There Is a Way is all about how we get from where we are to where God wants us to be. It is no easy task to describe this trek, but it is the author's goal to offer intriguing ideas and concepts regarding this adventure God offers us. As a pastor and therapist, Kaufman has had a bird's eye view of the life journey of hundreds of people. He uses biblical truth and compatible psychological concepts to describe the skills and practices that help us get from the "as is" to our desired goals.
This book is designed to be pragmatic. Although there are plenty of deep thoughts to wrestle with, it is also crafted to speak in practical ways about what works. This book includes nine real-life case studies that illustrate how these skills can lead us to a fulfilling life of faith. When we are committed to integrating God's truth into daily life, growth and positive change tend to follow. It is the author's prayer that these pages stir things within you to see God more clearly, love God more, and find the jet stream of God's grace for your future.
“Reading There Is a Way is like having a cup of coffee with a wise, trusted friend. Birthed from his years of experience as a counselor, C. Dennis Kaufman offers a refreshing take on spiritual formation—a bridge between ordinary life and the vibrant experience with God we long for. Through his case studies, we see hope for ourselves to find the way to thriving life, and his questions invite us to actively step forward on that path.”
—Andrew “Fitz” Fitzgibbon, lead minister, Okolona Christian Church
“I have met numerous people that are struggling with becoming who they feel God intends them to be. They are stuck in difficult circumstances with no real plan to move towards the growth they desire. In There Is a Way, C. Dennis Kaufman provides practical strategies that have grown from his own spiritual dedication and clinical expertise. Following this wisdom will move you closer to the person you are working to become!”
—Aaron W. Banister, licensed psychologist
“I have known C. Dennis Kaufman as a friend and colleague for over thirty years. A seasoned pastor and therapist, Kaufman takes the word of God seriously while applying it graciously to our lives. He knows about brokenness, about hurt, about desperately wanting and needing to be someone that we are not. Few books offer a gentle but firm hand to travel this poorly lit path. Deep and yet accessible, this book is a true gem. I highly recommend it!”
—James P. Kassel, licensed psychologist
C. Dennis Kaufman has been a pastor and pastoral counselor for over four decades, serving everywhere from a small rural church to a megachurch to an inner-city ministry. His training and experience have provided him ongoing opportunities to integrate the important fields of theology and psychology. He is currently enjoying his semi-retirement years, which have provided him time to write, maintain a small private practice, and mentor young pastors—not to mention time to enjoy his golf game.