Mending the Soul: Understanding and Healing Abuse

This book provides a well-researched biblical and scientific overview of abuse. A broad overview it deals with the various types of abuse the various effects of abuse and the means of healing. Abuse can be sexual physical neglect spiritual and verbal. The chief arguments pursued throughout the book are: (1) abuse is far more rampant than most Christians realize but due to human depravity and satanic influence widespread abuse is predicable. (2) All types of abuse create profound long-term soul damage due to the way abuse perverts various aspects of the image of God. (3) God is the healing redeemer. Human salvation came through horrible physical abuse. (4) Healing must take place in the context of relationships. Humans are deeply impacted by others due to being made in the image of God. Just as surely as abusive relationships have tremendous power to wound the soul so healthy relationships have tremendous power to nurture and heal the soul. Questions answered in the book include: - How can a genuine believer abuse a child? - Why would someone abuse a child? - How can parents and childrens’ workers identify abusers? - How can abuse victims heal? - What does genuine healing look like? - Is anger appropriate or hurtful for abuse victims? - Where does forgiveness fit in? Helpful sample child protection policy application screening interview and warning signs of potential abusers equip ministry leaders. Illustrations case studies and art therapy drawings.

Paperback: 272 pages

Publisher: Zondervan; unknown edition (April 27 2008)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0310285291

ISBN-13: 978-0310285298

Product Dimensions: 1 x 1 x 1 inches

Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces