Healing is a Choice
By Stephen Arterburn
Stephen Arterburn’s work is definitely a tome, with over four hundred pages including ten chapters, a workbook, and some final thoughts. At first glance, this book may seem overwhelming, but within its pages, there is a lot of wisdom. I really do believe working through the exercises in this book and taking them seriously can change people’s lives. There are powerful words of insight within these pages. I found myself underlining quite often in this book as things stuck out to me. The pages are not full of fluff; they are logical, even though they may sometimes be hard to read.
Aterburn is honest about his own life and pain. He seasons the book with personal stories of his and also other people’s struggles. His words are easier to take knowing that he too has had struggles and has overcome them. Each chapter concludes with a prayer and an opportunity to journal. The questions included in the workbook chapters could be done alone or with a study group.
I particularly enjoyed the chapter on serving. The chapter is one I will probably reference and return to in the future. Even if a reader does not think a chapter applies to he or she, I suggest reading each chapter and taking time to digest it for the full effect. If you are looking for a quick read, this book is probably not for you. It is not a dense book, but it takes time to process through each of the exercises. However, if you are looking to be honest with yourself and others and move forward in a healthily manner, I highly suggest this book to guide you through the process.
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