Hope for the Brokenhearted: Biblical Solutions for Survivors of Abuse and Rape

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This chapter tells about post-traumatic stress and how to handle stress.

This appendix gives a philosophy of medication for mental health purposes. Appendix-Philosophy of Medication This chapter tells how to maintain your relationship with God which is key to living the Christian life and using God's power to keep changing into a godly individual. Christian Life This chapter explains what a godly family should be like.

Books: Domestic Violence, Domestic Abuse & Spousal Abuse

Family Design This chapter gives Biblical principles on how to deal with abusive people. Dealing with Abusive People He loves you regardless of what you have done or what has been done to you. That love also brings you salvation. This substitution or salvation is applied to your life through faith.

Hope for the Brokenhearted: Biblical Solutions for Survivors of Abuse and Rape

For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: Not of works, lest any man should boast Eph. Salvation is a free gift. It is not something that we earn through good works. We do not receive it from being someone special in our own eyes. God just gives it to whomever has faith to receive it.

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It can be yours right now through faith. You can express your faith right now in prayer by asking God to forgive you. There are no magic words you must say. Just ask God in your own words to save you and give you eternal life. You can ask Him to save you at any time , anywhere and He will do it. God offers strength to those who have received him. My soul melteth for heaviness: This is my comfort in my affliction: Great peace have they which love thy law: The Word of God has authority.

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The survivor of abuse may have developed values and beliefs that are not consistent with the Word of God; however, because the Bible carries the authority of God, it can correct the thinking and value system of the survivor. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works 2 Timothy 3: For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart Hebrews 4: Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation.

For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: Make a goal to read a Psalm every day. This will aid immensely in your healing.

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If you are not sure of your salvation, read the Gospel of John also. Prayer will also aid in your healing. Give your burdens and requests to God.


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Don't take them back. Having a desire to heal is very important. Remember, Christ came specifically to heal the brokenhearted; therefore, He must want you to be healed. Leslie Vernick, counselor and social worker, has witnessed the devastating effects of emotional abuse. Many, including many in the church, have not addressed this form of destruction in families and relationships because it is difficult to talk about.


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With godly guidance and practical experience, Vernick offers an empathetic approach to recognizing an emotionally destructive relationship and addresses the symptoms and the damage with Biblical tools. Domestic abuse and violence are on the rise in our culture today, and just as prevalent in the church.

With an estimated one-fourth of women in the church living with abuse and violence, pastors and biblical counselors need to have the resources to offer hope and help. It is time for godly men in the church to call abusive men to repentance and accountability.


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Here is a valuable resource for every church leader and Christian man. But when you allow your stories to become known, start to interact with the stories of others and then allow God to work in and through your life, something miraculous starts to happen. Recommended Books The following books have been carefully selected as they offer comfort, hope, encouragement and sound advice for those women who suffer from the horror of domestic violence and for those people who want to help them.

Ministry to Families in Crisis Authors: Brenda Branson and Paula J. Darlene Harris Abuse, be it sexual or physical, is one of the most heinous crimes imaginable.

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Learning to Trust Again in Relationships Author: Healing from an Abusive Relationship Author: Deitz The story of Lydia, a survivor who felt trapped in a destructive relationship, reveals her personal struggles to break the cycle and move to healing. Charmers and Con Artists Author: Healing the Broken Places: Healing the Scars of Emotional Abuse Authors: Jantz and Ann McMurray. Healing the Trauma of Domestic Violence: A Workbook for Women Author: