of Self Theory (DST) is contrary to a biblical anthropology at the points of human identity,
purpose, and relationships. On the surface, some concepts in DST appear similar to biblical
concepts:(1) human beings are natural beings;(2) becoming a differentiated person is one of
man's purposes in life; and (3) humans are social beings. However, Scripture and Bowen's
theory have differing explanations regarding human nature, the ultimate purpose of man …