These habits of relating are simply learned behaviors that need to be redirected to more healthy and constructive alternatives. I have every client who comes to me for this reason read this book. 3 reviews. I was very angry that no where on the front or back of the book does it mention this being a book about ChristianFirst of all, I believe in God; however, I'm spiritual and not religious. You probably know someone who has experienced childhood sexual abuse, even if you haven't experienced it yourself. Magenta Loera rated it it was amazing Nov 06, 2017. Having said that I still would not recommend this book. An excellent resource for those healing or helping others heal from sexual abuse.This classic text on the tragic reality of sexual abuse has been formative and life changing for many.
But please understand, it was WORTH it! 2) I can't stand the basic "worm theology" behind what he says. Many things about this book were quite good. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations So I'm coming at this book from a very outside perspective.Before getting into my thoughts about the book I feel I need to make a couple things clear.
Much of the Mending Hearts journey guides (by Open Hearts ministry) is similar to what is in this book.I had procrastinated reading this book for many years. I feel that the Author is pushing his beliefs of God, and interpretations of the Bible on the abuse victim. This book examines the issues surrounding sexual abuse while looking to God for restoration and peace.
If that doesn't reflect your experience you may be left to conclude like I did that you don't need/deserve help. Good hearts are captured in a divine wrestling match; fearful, doubting hearts stay clear of the mat.”“But the part of ourselves we hate the most is our longing to be wanted and enjoyed.” He never gets too technical but he does share some hard to read stories.
Dr. Allender’s profession and his book are borne out of great pain from his own childhood abuse and his great concern for others.About the Sexual Abuse you Suffered--the Truth will set you free to be the real YOU I believe it is a must read for anyone involved with ministry. He never gets too technical but he does share some hard to read stories. Visit me at KynaMoore.com for more counseling info.This is a difficult topic, but I think this book would benefit everyone.I am deeply thankful for Dan Allender, he is full of deep and sensitive wisdom. Explains connection between abuse and spiritual trauma; not LGBTQ+ affirming The Wounded Heart is a psychological analysis of the trauma of childhood sexual abuse. Don't read this book if you don't long for, above all else, a closer walk with God through your pain and a willingness to look closer at your sin than how you've been sinned against, which ultimately leads down the path to real intimacy with God. I believe it is an important book and afI had to read this book for a class at Ashland Seminary and I have to say it has been eye-opening.
IRead it - even if you don't think the topic applies to you. "Dan Allender is a hero, and The Wounded Heart is a classic. His God and the way I view God are on different ends of the spectrum. I've read many self help books on sexual abuse, and this by far was one of the worst ones. You can still see all customer reviews for the product. Dan received his M.Div. Allender did a very good job describing how much sexual abuse violates our human rights AND God's creation. The Wounded Heart: Hope for Adult Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse It is an amazing masterpiece on the subject of surviving sexual abuse. Only by processing abuse and seeing the truth about the abuse, can you start living your life as God intended you to. It is really easy to read and understand, and also even if you are not christian, i would still recommend this book to you because it isnt full on about God and everything else, it has a lot about sexual abuse that even a non christian person could find this book of help.An important read for those who have experienced sexual abuse.
It tries to get you to understand that the person that abused you should be the one person to blame. The author then tries to direct the abuse victim onto a path that will lead to more openness and trust, and consequently a more fulfilling life. It was in the middle of the writing of this book that a close friend kindly pointed out that he may in fact be a victim of sexual abuse.I am deeply thankful for Dan Allender, he is full of deep and sensitive wisdom.
First of all, I believe in God; however, I'm spiritual and not religious.