Mending the Soul, Second Edition: Understanding and Healing Abuse

A well-researched biblical and scientific overview of abuse--its various types and effects and how to heal from it. Abuse can be sexual, physical, neglect, spiritual, and verbal. The chief arguments pursued throughout the book are: Abuse is far more rampant than most Christians realize, but due to human depravity and satanic influence, widespread abuse is predicable. All types of abuse create profound, long-term soul damage due to the way abuse perverts various aspects of the image of God. God is the healing redeemer. Human salvation came through horrible physical abuse. 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 pare