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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: Recovering Hope
(Gospel for Real Life)
Jeremy Lelek
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a profoundly intense response to profoundly dangerous experiences, manifests itself in fear, terrifying vulnerability, and lack of a sense of control. While these responses are often involuntary, Jeremy Lelek reminds us that they are still responses . . . and, thus, different responses are possible.
Here he relates the narrative of creation, fall, and redemption to the experiences of PTSD, reminding us that the gospel speaks to our experiences with danger as part of its redemptive message. He points to the wisdom of God in our suffering and reminds us of the saving grace offered by Jesus, guiding readers to the peace and contentment found in seeking God's glory.
The Gospel for Real Life booklet series by the Association of Biblical Counselors (ABC) applies the timeless hope of Christ to the unique struggles of modern believers.
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The Truth About PTSd
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Helping Your Family Through PTSD
Greg Gifford
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is everywhere. It is increasing in regards to those who are being diagnosed with PTSD and those whom are ministering to ones with PTSD. The good news is that God speaks into the complexities of PTSD through Scripture and helps us orient ourselves and our families towards his purposes in PTSD. As you will see, God offers us a perspective on how we should view PTSD and the trauma that started it all.
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PTSD: A Biblical Perspective
for Hope and Help
Henry Beaulieu
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) goes beyond the scope of military action. Terrorist attacks, sexual or physical assault, mass shootings and a range of natural disasters may produce debilitating long-term emotional effects. Here is a list of PTSD symptoms, common therapeutic models and then a valuable contrast with biblical and long-lasting answers.
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Help! I’ve Been Traumatized by Combat
Barrett Craig
A mini-book providing help for military personnel suffering from combat-related stress and trauma, as well as their family, friends, and counselors.
For some veterans, the stress from combat becomes so overwhelming that it debilitates them, preventing them from carrying on in life. Relationships are affected, addictions begin, sleepless nights are frequent, and thoughts of suicide may seem attractive. You may ask, “Where is God in all of this?” This mini-book will demonstrate that these responses are common and that you are right to think that things aren’t the way they should be. It also offers you hope and practical help to lead you on a journey of restoration from the darkness of combat into the light of life.
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Barret Craig
As is often said in the military, 'To be prepared is half the victory,' and soldiers must be prepared for the difficulties ahead. In this book, the author prepares you for deployment by giving guidance that will help you successfully navigate, walk faithfully, and rest in the gospel - to finish well - to the glory of God.
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PTSD: Healing for Bad Memories
Timothy S. Lane
The event occurred in the past, possibly many years ago, but you still carry it with you wherever you go. Some days the memory keeps replaying over and over again in your mind. You feel angry, jumpy, maybe even guilty or ashamed. You want to move on with your life and wonder why you can't just ""get over it."" With wisdom and compassion gleaned from many years of counseling, Timothy S. Lane walks with you through this difficult struggle in CCEFs PTSD: Healing for Bad Memories. As he unpacks God's message to you in the Bible, you will begin to realize that you are not alone in your struggle. Christ, who himself suffered intensely, is with you. You can trust him to guide you through the gradual process of healing. All the New Growth Press minibooks offer gospel-centered hope for everyday issues like parenting, marriage, and personal change. These easy-to-read discipleship and biblical counseling resources tackle lifes toughest issues in 30 minutes or less. Minibooks are frequently used by pastors and ministry leaders to help others apply biblical wisdom to specific life issues. Churches, biblical counseling ministries, and missional organizations make the minibooks available in their acrylic display cases to further discipleship and gospel-centered living.