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 Publishers. ISBN: 9781498223485.

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