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Spiritual abuse --whether through the twisting of scripture or threatening behavior --inflicts immense emotional pain and blocks spiritual growth. It is one of the most common forms of abuse in the church today and it often goes undetected, masking itself as "truth from a man of God." In this 96-page book, find out how to recognize the signs of spiritual abuse and how to know when leaders, pastors, or even spouses are using the Word of God to manipulate you (and others).Find out biblical truths and practical advice on how to: Recognize warning signs of spiritual abuse (Includes helpful checklists) Distinguish between law and grace (What does God really expect of me?) Begin to heal from spiritual abuseRespond to common arguments that fuel spiritual abuse, including: Shouldn't you honor those in authority?Is there no law for Christians to live by?What's the difference between legalism and biblical obedience?This mini-book will shed light on the characteristics of spiritual abuse, words used in abusive conversations, methods of manipulation, and examples of what victims may experience when dealing with an abusive leader or group. Find out why it can be easy to get trapped into legalism and how protect yourself from being vulnerable to this type of manipulation again.Packed with scripture, practical advice, and helpful insight, the last section titled "Steps to Solution" gives you practical advice on how to put an end to spiritual and emotional abuse with: 3 "tests" to determine a man-made sin from a real sin4 ways to respond in a spiritually abusive situation (includes how to set boundaries)8 keys to move from a mindset of legalism to graceHonesty test for those who may be abusiveAnd much more!Perfect for small group & Bible studies, Sunday school, young adult and youth ministry, chaplaincy, Christian counseling, addiction & recovery programs, church giveaways, and much more!

Why is this happening to me? You feel overlooked, deprived, even resentful--these are the side effects of chronic illness your doctor failed to mention. Although you try to see the bright side, your outlook is often overcast by the chronic nature of your condition. While others appear to enjoy good health, you struggle for sensible answers. Like any loss, the loss of health--must be grieved. Pulling from her experience as a caregiver and counselor, June Hunt compassionately takes you through the grieving process, showing you where to find comfort and answers in the Word of God. Enjoy getting biblical insight and practical advice from someone who "gets it."Have you asked...Why is this happening to me?Is God punishing me? Has my sin brought on this condition?If I have enough faith, will God heal me?How can my life have purpose now?Covering everything from anger and fear to loneliness and hopelessness, June Hunt begins the book with a "definition and characteristic" section which addresses the common feelings felt by those with a chronic illness or impairment.Whether you are personally facing a chronic illness or you know someone who is, enjoy getting biblical encouragement.Common Questions Asked by Those with a Chronic Illness and Chronic PainYou have questions--and no one seems to have the answers. Some accuse you of having some secret "un-confessed sin;" while others say you just need more faith. Enjoy getting easy-to-understand answers that are rooted in the Word of God and practical in their application. Using a question and answer format, June Hunt answers: Why did this happen to me? Why would a loving God want me to suffer?Is it okay to pray for miraculous healing?What's the difference between progressive healing and miraculous healing?Could an illness be caused by spiritual warfare? Could it be a result of sin? (And more!)Perfect for small group & Bible studies, Sunday school, chaplaincy, Christian counseling, church giveaways, and much more.

Enjoy having a quick guide to aging well, packed with solid biblical advice, practical ways to overcome common roadblocks that seniors face, steps to undo mindsets that get in the way of embracing the joys of old age, and much more. This easy-to-read guide is filled with simple explanations, common questions and solutions, relatable stories, outlines, and helpful memory verses.Whether it's your hearing, memory, or hope, there are some things about aging and growing old that we can't control. We can, however, choose how we approach aging: June Hunt wants to share with you the practical steps and biblical principles to aging in a godly, mature, and graceful manner.Aging Well shows how you can be a vibrant senior, one with grace and joy, no matter what your physical circumstances. This quick guide to aging well covers the issues that seniors face, defines the roadblocks and their causes, and shows steps to solution with biblical hope and practical advice. Discover: Definitions of aging, causes of discontentment, and solutions5 steps to creating own personalized plan for aging well9 ways the Bible calls us to walk in wisdom in old ageWhat God and the Bible say about the purpose of aging and the astounding hope he offersAnd much more!Biblical counselor June Hunt wants to help you know what to expect in the later years--not all of us will experience these symptoms, but for those that we do have, we can take heart in God's promises for us and find peace and acceptance.Physical symptoms of aging: dwindling strength and stamina, diminishing sight/hearing, decreasing appetite, declining sex drive, graying hair, etc.Mental symptoms of aging: changes in mental acuity and perception, declining memory, more time needed to learn, access, or store information, etc.Emotional Symptoms of aging: Positive: fulfillment, contentedness, hope, etc.Negative: loneliness, fear, uselessness, etc.Spiritual Symptoms of aging: acceptance, humility, deepening faith, etc.

How to set healthy boundaries and have healthy relationshipsYou've heard plenty about getting hooked on drugs or alcohol or sitting at slot machines from sunup to sundown, but can you really become addicted to a person? The answer is yes- codependency is a relationship addiction. A codependent is anyone who is dependent on another person to the point of being controlled or manipulated by that person. Learn how to set healthy boundaries, and how to be released from relationship addiction by renewing your commitment to Christ first.June Hunt starts this mini-book with stories of biblical people who ultimately compromised their relationship with God by being overly dependent on others, getting trapped in a codependent relationship.Codependency will shed light on the spiritual implications of relationships that take precedence over your relationship with the Lord. Helpful checklists like "the codependent relationship profile" will help you determine whether or not you are in a codependent relationship. Also learn what the five stages of childhood development are, and how you can keep your children from having an unhealthy dependence on you.The last section titled‚ "Steps to Solution‚" gives Biblical advice on how to keep away from idolatrous, or codependent relationships, such as: Recovery steps to confronting codependency7 steps to independent relationshipsHelp from an unhealthy relationship7 principles for finding the road to relationship freedomAnd much morePerfect for small group & Bible studies, Sunday school, young adult and youth ministry, chaplaincy, Christian counseling, addiction & recovery programs, church giveaways, and much more!