I have written several blog posts that relate specifically to the topic of confronting and healing from abuse, and will continue to add more periodically. (To view these, click on “Blog Categories” on the sidebar & select “Healing From Abuse”)
If you have experienced abuse in anyway, or know anyone who has, I hope that you will find encouragement in what I share. My prayer is that anyone who has gone through this will be inspired by what God has done in my life and find the courage to take the next step towards wholeness.
I know full well that it can be very overwhelming to confront the deep wounds that abuse leaves behind. But I am living proof that total, complete healing is possible through the power of Jesus Christ and you can live in freedom from the memories, the fear, anger, pain, hurt, and shame.
What I share here is not intended to walk you through the entire process of healing. I’m simply sharing a bit of my story and a collection of posts on some of the key elements that were essential to the healing process in my own life as well as encouragements and resources that may prove helpful.
It is very important (and actually vital) to get connected to a thriving, Bible-believing local church that points you to God’s best for your life. For me personally, it was also very helpful to participate in a Bible-based group study that dealt specifically with sexual abuse. This helped reveal some of the root issues behind the abuse, explain and put some words behind what I was feeling, and helped facilitate the process of healing in my life as I learned how to apply God’s Word to every area of my life.
My hope is that women who have been abused will recognize that trusting in Jesus is the safest place to be, and it is there that we can find the courage to confront abuse with boldness and start living a life of freedom.
Do what you can do, and God will take care of the rest.
Linda
If you’re in the Jacksonville, FL area, I invite you to visit Celebration Church, or until you’re able to locate a great church in your area, watch us online.
