TIL 547: The Catechizing Counselor (feat. Sinclair Ferguson)

TIL 547: The Catechizing Counselor (feat. Sinclair Ferguson)

Author: Association of Certified Biblical Counselors December 15, 2025 Duration: 24:28

1. Describe the concept of catechism and its history and importance.

2. What are some ways our culture has detracted from chatechizing as we see in church history?

3. What is the value in catechizing?

4. What is the value of teaching this way in the church?

5. What are some of the palces you would encourage people to start with catechisms?

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