TILBC Character Reference Form
​Biblical Counseling & Soul-Care Program

Dear Reference Provider,
Thank you for completing this character reference. Your honest assessment is essential to our credentialing process for biblical counselors and soul-care providers.
  • What we're looking for: Counselors and disciplers of exceptional character, particularly integrity, who can handle sensitive situations with biblical wisdom and compassion.
  • Your role: Please be honest and specific in your responses. Providing examples when possible rather than general statements is invaluable for our Credentialing Team.
  • Privacy & Confidentiality: This reference is private and strictly confidential and will be used only for credentialing purposes.
  • Time needed: Approximately 15 minutes. 
  • Deadline: Please submit as soon as possible after receiving the request.
  • Questions? Contact us at [email protected].
​Thank you for your partnership in this important process.
​PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL

    Reference Provider's Information

    Character Assessment

    Please rate the candidate in each area using the following scale:
    5 = Exemplary | 4 = Above Average | 3 = Average | 2 = Below Average | 1 = Poor
    N/O = No Opportunity to Observe
    INTEGRITY & HONESTY
    • Demonstrates truthfulness in all circumstances
    • Admits mistakes and takes responsibility
    • Keeps confidences appropriately
    • Follows through on commitments
    ​WISDOM & DISCERNMENT
    • Makes sound decisions under pressure
    • Seeks counsel when appropriate
    • Demonstrates biblical thinking
    • Shows good judgment in complex situations
    EMOTIONAL MATURITY​
    • Manages emotions appropriately
    • Responds well to criticism or conflict
    • Demonstrates self-control
    • Shows empathy and compassion
    RELATIONAL SKILLS​
    • Communicates effectively
    • Listens well to others
    • Builds healthy relationships
    • Resolves conflict biblically
    SPIRITUAL MATURITY​
    • Demonstrates a personal relationship with Christ
    • Shows ongoing evidence of spiritual growth
    • Applies biblical principles consistently
    • Maintains appropriate spiritual disciplines
    ​ETHICAL CONDUCT
    • Maintains appropriate biblical limits ("boundaries")
    • Demonstrates biblical ethics, professionally/personally
    • Shows honor and respect for others
    • Handles sensitive information appropriately

    In-depth Observations

    Overall Recommendation

    Based on your knowledge of this candidate, how strongly would you recommend them for biblical soul-care credentialing with Truth in Love Biblical Counseling?

    Verification

    I certify that:
    • The information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge.
    • I understand this reference is private and confidential and will be used for credentialing purposes by TILBC.
    • I am willing to be contacted if additional clarification is needed.
    Thank you again for your partnership in helping us ensure that everyone credentialed with Truth in Love Biblical Counseling is of the highest Christian character and is fully qualified and competent to properly apply and interpret Scripture to the lives of the troubled and in trouble, with grace and compassion.