The Care and Counsel Handbook

A Quick Reference Guide of Biblical Answers for 100 Real-Life Issues

Foreword by June Hunt
Published by Forefront Books
Distributed by Simon & Schuster

About The Book

Clear, concise answers from God’s Word—right when you need them! The Care and Counsel Handbook is your go-to guide for overcoming personal challenges and becoming equipped to help others.

Life is full of challenges, but finding help shouldn’t be. Whether you’re facing personal struggles or seeking to help others, The Care & Counsel Handbook is your go-to resource to find clear, concise answers from God’s Word. Covering 100 real-life topics—including anxiety, abuse, addiction, grief, marriage, parenting, and forgiveness—this easy-to-use guide provides practical, biblical guidance for life’s most pressing issues.

Developed by June Hunt and the team at Hope for the Heart, this trusted resource is designed for pastors, counselors, ministry leaders, and everyday Christians who want to care for others with confidence. Each topic is structured to help you:

· Understand God’s heart on the issue

· Recognize key characteristics and biblical insights

· Identify root causes and underlying influences

· Apply biblical solutions and action steps for lasting change

With its clear, concise format, The Care & Counsel Handbook is ideal for quick reference, making it a valuable tool for personal study, counseling sessions, small groups, and church ministries.

Whether you’re seeking guidance for your own journey or equipping yourself to walk alongside others, this book will strengthen your faith and point you to the ultimate source of hope—God’s Word. So that whatever you’re facing—or whoever comes to you—you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.

Discover biblical answers. Experience lasting hope. Get your copy today.

About The Author

Hope for the Heart is a worldwide biblical counseling, coaching, and caregiving ministry founded by June Hunt in 1986 to share God’s truth for today’s problems. What began as a simple desire to help people find answers to life’s toughest challenges, the Lord has turned June’s vision into a worldwide ministry of hope, impacting over 60 countries on 6 continents in over 35 languages.

With a mission to provide biblical hope and practical help on real-life issues, Hope for the Heart equips individuals and churches through our Complete System of Care—a fully integrated library of resources and training tools, all rooted in God’s Word. At the core is our Keys for Living Library, covering over 100 topics, alongside online courses, an award-winning radio broadcast, podcasts, training events, and other biblical resources. Hope for the Heart also equips ministry leaders, counselors, and Christian life coaches around the world through its coaching initiative, the International Christian Coaching Institute.

Whether you need personal help or want to be equipped to help others, our heart is to give you every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.

Learn more about our ministry and biblical resources at hopefortheheart.org.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Forefront Books (September 9, 2025)
  • Length: 800 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781637634745

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Raves and Reviews

“If you’ve ever struggled with how to apply God’s Word to real-life problems, this book is for you. June Hunt and the Hope for the Heart team have created a truly life-giving resource that points people to the hope found in Christ.”

Sheila Walsh, Author and co-host of Praise and Better Together on TBN

“This book is a powerful tool for anyone seeking biblically grounded wisdom on life’s toughest challenges. Whether you're a pastor, counselor, or simply someone looking for guidance, The Care and Counsel Handbook provides clear, compassionate, and scripturally sound answers.”

Dr. Mark Batterson, NYT bestselling author of The Circle Maker

“June Hunt and Hope for the Heart have created an invaluable resource for anyone offering hope and help to others. The Care and Counsel Handbook delivers biblical wisdom and practical guidance—quickly, clearly, and compassionately. Every pastor, counselor, and caring Christian will want this book.”

Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott, Founders, The Parrott Institute for Healthy Relationships at Olivet Nazarene University

“I cannot overstate the significance and importance of this new resource, The Care and Counsel Handbook, from June Hunt and the excellent Hope for the Heart team. I recommend this comprehensive resource for every church and ministry organization entrusted with the care of God’s people in their most trying circumstances.”

Dr. Mark M. Yarbrough, President, Dallas Theological Seminary

“Life is full of challenges, but God’s Word offers solutions. The Care and Counsel Handbook is a powerful guide to help you navigate struggles with clarity, wisdom, and biblical truth.”

Taya Kyle, Author and Executive Director of TACKF – Service Marriage Strong, Widow of American Sniper Chris Kyle

“You need a good Bible dictionary nearby when you study Scripture. You need this book if you are a people helper or just someone who needs to know God’s Word on the most important questions you’re facing today.”

Dr. John Trent, President, Strong Families

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