Corona and the lockdown has affected all of us in different ways. For some, they have had the time to deal with and heal from long pending issues. For others, the lockdown has heightened tensions from such issues and brought them to the fore. Whether it is verbal or physical abuse, depression, addiction, anger problems, job loss, fear or frustration, life’s issues sometimes shake us up and may cause us to question our beliefs and our faith. Though each person’s problems might be different, there is one place where we find help for everyone – the Bible. Read on to find biblical answers to some of life’s issues. We pray that God’s Word will help you find peace and resolution for your problems.
When violence comes home – Help for victims of spouse abuse
Spousal abuse is one of the most rapidly growing problems in our culture today—even within the church. Gain insight into the causes and effects of marital abuse and find out how you can respond with godly intervention, as co-authors Tim Jackson and Jeff Olson offer help for both victims and offenders.
When words hurt – Sticks and stones: verbal abuse in marriage
The destructive power of words can be a crushing force in a marriage. In this booklet, counselor Jeff Olson helps you get a better understanding of the way words can be used as an instrument of building up or a weapon of tearing down. Find out how you can overcome the pain of verbal abuse and diffuse conflict in your relationship as you explore the power of words between husbands and wives.
When trust is lost – Healing for victims of sexual abuse
Sexual abuse is one of the few crimes that brings more shame to the victim than to the offender—the devastating loss of innocence and relationship can last a lifetime. Discover how you can find hope that leads to healing and peace as Dan Allender, professor of counseling at Western Seminary in Seattle, shares a process of recovery for both victims and offenders.
When hope is lost – Dealing with depression
Giving up on life or feeling that life has given up on you is a battle millions of people face in struggling with depression. In this booklet, counselor Jeff Olson takes a closer look at the nature and various components of depression. Discover how you can avoid being overwhelmed by the darkness of depression and experience the light of God’s hope for your future.
When we just can’t stop – Overcoming addiction
Battling to conquer addiction is one of the most difficult challenges in life. However, you will find help and encouragement in the pages of this booklet as co-authors Tim Jackson and Jeff Olson examine the destructive cycle and what it takes to stop it. Discover how you can be satisfied and complete in God, as you surrender to Him the broken pieces of your life—only He can put them back together again.
Now What? – A healing journey through job loss
Unemployment can be a stressful and difficult experience, especially when it is unexpected. In this booklet, RBC Ministries staff Chuck Fridsma shares his personal journey of employment, job loss, and faith. Find hope and encouragement from his story, as he offers biblical insight and practical principles to help you respond in a way that can keep you moving forward in life.
When anger burns
Anger is a powerful emotion that is often viewed as something we should avoid. However, in When Anger Burns, Tim Jackson explores that “anger is neither right nor wrong until there is a motive.” Through various examples from his counseling career, Jackson helps us identify the root causes of anger and how the wisdom of the Bible can help us handle them. This helpful guide will challenge you to search your heart issues and trust the Holy Spirit to respond more like Christ when anger burns.
Why doesn’t God answer me? – Trusting in times of doubt & trial
If you are struggling with feelings of doubt and disappointment with God, Psalm 77 has something to say to you. The psalmist Asaph was moved from near despair to a deep confirmation of faith simply by changing his perspective. Why Doesn’t God Answer Me? takes you step-by-step through Asaph’s psalm to remember the mighty acts of God and to confirm that He is great and worthy of our trust.
