Lawrence J. Crabb Libros

In this Gold-Medallion-Award-winning classic, Dr. Larry Crabb affirms the power of the Scriptures to address the intricacies and deep needs of the human heart.

Dr. Larry Crabb examines the self-centeredness that hinders relationships between men and women, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and honoring their God-created differences. He offers insights on how to shift focus from oneself to others, advocating for an "other-centered" approach to improve interpersonal connections.

The story of God written in intimate love letters just for you. Dr. Larry Crabb knows that if we could see the larger story of Godand humanity, our world would never be the same. That story is found inlarge part in the sixty-six letters of the Bible. Written in a conversational first person, as if God is speakingdirectly to us, Dr. Crabb looks at each individual book in scriptureand boils it down to a one- or two-sentence message to us from thatparticular book. He then unpacks each sentence in a short chapteranswering the question, What does God want me to hear from this loveletter? The book's epilogue then fits all sixty-six pieces of thejigsaw puzzle together into one coherent paragraph and reveals thebeautiful picture of what God has been about since the creation of theworld. Far from being comprehensive, this is a personal approach tohelping readers know God and his great love for them, his message forall mankind, and how their lives fit into His larger story.

There are two basic approaches to life–two pathways. One creates pressure, the other provides freedom.In the Old Way of life, as best-selling author, psychologist, and spiritual director Larry Crabb describes it, “you have decided that what you most want out of life is within your reach, and you are doing whatever you believe it takes to get it.” But in the New Way of life, “you have realized that what you most want is beyond your reach, and you are trusting God for the satisfaction you seek. You want Him. Nothing less, not even His blessings, will do.”The Old Way–the way most Christians define life and pursue fulfillment–is fundamentally wrong and harmful. It leaves us tired, in bondage, and feeling distant from God. But the New Way brings true freedom and refreshment as we tap into the power to draw closer to God in a personal way.“We can’t always make life work. But we can always draw near to God. There is a different way to approach our problems. There is a NEW WAY to live.” —Larry Crabb

Real change is possible only when you face the realities of your internal life and let God mold you into a person who is free to be honest, courageous, and loving. Includes a 12-week study guide.

In Effective Biblical Counseling, Gold Medallion Award-winning author Dr. Larry Crabb presents a model of counseling that can be gracefully integrated into the functioning of the local church. He asserts that counseling is simply a relationship between people who care and that its goal is to free people to better worship and serve God. This book will show you how to help people achieve obedience and character growth in their lives, and establish a sense of personal worth and security along the way. Dr. Crabb says, "I believe that God has ordained the local church to be his primary instrument to tend to his people's aches and pains. In writing this book I have tried to be of practical help to Christians who want to be more effective in ministering to their suffering brothers and sisters."

Most married people look to their partners to fulfill their needs, thus reducing marriage to a mutually manipulative relationship. The result falls short of the Oneness that God intends marriage partners to enjoy. In The Marriage Builder, Crabb describes the different kinds of oneness an enriching marriage can achieve and explains both their biblical and psychological foundations.

You can stop trying to get everything right. Is the pressure getting to you? Do you try to make everything work, only to find that your best efforts are largely ineffective? Christians have unknowingly embraced two errors: that following the rules guarantees a good life, and that God is important because He dispenses blessings. When God’s blessings seem to taper off and when life doesn’t work out, people take it upon themselves to make things work. And that creates pressure that we are all too familiar with. In The Pressure’s Off, best-selling author and counselor Larry Crabb introduces you to the New Way of living. God does not guarantee ease or convenience—or even a good outcome as the result of your obedience. But he does promise himself, no matter what the circumstances of your life. When you seek God and nothing else, the pressure truly is off you. Workbook included!

Dr. Larry Crabb presents a transformative approach to psychotherapy, emphasizing the creation of intimate, healing mini-communities within churches and among ordinary Christians. He argues that these connections can facilitate healing from soul wounds traditionally addressed by mental health professionals. By fostering deep relationships, individuals can harness the inherent power to heal one another. This revised edition includes a comprehensive workbook, guiding readers in developing meaningful connections with others to enhance emotional and spiritual well-being.