The statistics are deeply concerning. The stories are hard to hear. Church and ministry leaders wonder how to uncover the truth in fraught domestic situations. Counselors work to separate typical marriage conflicts from oppressive ones. Women worry as friends seem to wither before their eyes. And many wives feel confused...
The statistics are deeply concerning. The stories are hard to hear. Church and ministry leaders wonder how to uncover the truth in fraught domestic situations. Counselors work to separate typical marriage conflicts from oppressive ones. Women worry as friends seem to wither before their eyes. And many wives feel confused and uncertain: "Is my husband's behavior normal?" Is it abuse? With so much at stake, it's important to get the answer right. For years biblical counselor Darby Strickland has served women in oppressive marriages. Now she writes to anyone who wants to help. Providing case studies, reflection questions, inventory questions, and thought-provoking exercises, she prepares the reader to pick up on concerning cues and investigate them appropriately. You will learn how to identify the toxic entitlement that drives abusive behavior and better understand the impact of abuse on victims. Ultimately, you will become equipped to provide wise and Christ-centered counsel while carefully navigating the complex dynamics of oppression in a marriage.
The statistics are deeply concerning. The stories are hard to hear. Church and ministry leaders wonder how to uncover the truth in fraught domestic situations. Counselors work to separate typical marriage conflicts from oppressive ones. Women worry as friends seem to wither before their eyes. And many wives feel confused...
The statistics are deeply concerning. The stories are hard to hear. Church and ministry leaders wonder how to uncover the truth in fraught domestic situations. Counselors work to separate typical marriage conflicts from oppressive ones. Women worry as friends seem to wither before their eyes. And many wives feel confused and uncertain: "Is my husband's behavior normal?" Is it abuse? With so much at stake, it's important to get the answer right. For years biblical counselor Darby Strickland has served women in oppressive marriages. Now she writes to anyone who wants to help. Providing case studies, reflection questions, inventory questions, and thought-provoking exercises, she prepares the reader to pick up on concerning cues and investigate them appropriately. You will learn how to identify the toxic entitlement that drives abusive behavior and better understand the impact of abuse on victims. Ultimately, you will become equipped to provide wise and Christ-centered counsel while carefully navigating the complex dynamics of oppression in a marriage.
Is It Abuse?: A Biblical Guide to Identifying Domestic Abuse and Helping Victims$34.99
In an ideal world, this book doesn't exist. But we don't live in an ideal world. We live in a world filled with sin, evil, brokenness, and violence. It is sad that this is one of the best selling books today, yet I'm glad people are becoming more aware of this issue. \\nChances are 1 in 4 women you know has suffered severe physical violence from an intimate partner. And that number is the same in churches! So it is more critical than ever that we inform ourselves about this issue and equip ourselves to help the victims. \\nThis book is an extensive book on domestic violence - seen through the lense of the bible. This book teaches you on how to identify oppression, the nature of oppression, and helping the oppressed. \\nMoreover, it uncovers the most common types of oppression: physical, sexual, emotional, spiritual, and financial abuse. \\nFinally, it also provides a helpful guide on how to create a safety plan for the victims. \\nIf you only read one book on domestic violence, you should read this. It will help you understand the nature and complexity of domestic oppression and equip you to walk with the victims.
