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Hurt by the church. Healed by the journey.Questioning our faith and spiritual beliefs, while leaving the familiarity of our religious homeland, can be excruciatingly painful. Loneliness, isolation, and fear of rejection-from God and others-can give rise to shame, guilt, anger, and sadness. Yet, paradoxically, this uncomfortable process can be a powerful catalyst that leads to tremendous emotional, mental, and spiritual growth.Theologian, thera...

Can we engage in prayer that is more effective, less harmful, and doesn't make God look bad?This workbook, alongside the book, Divine Echoes, will inform and equip both individuals and small groups to pray transformative and subversive prayers that will increase God's shalom in the world. This study guide will also help readers develop their own theology of petitionary prayer while taking into account theodicy, social justice, and personal mor...

Can we engage in prayer that is more effective, less harmful, and doesn't make God look bad?Is petitionary prayer an archaic and superstitious practice better left for old-time religious folk? Is there a more effective method of praying that doesn't put all the responsibility on God? Theologian, therapist, and ordained pastor Mark Karris offers a first-of-a-kind book that explores petitionary prayer alongside theodicy, social justice, and pers...

After a devastating breakup, many people--Christians included--are left heartbroken, lonely, confused, even devoid of hope. The grief of losing a romantic partner is often similar to that experienced after the death of a loved one. Yet, too often, friends, family, and the church see these breakups as trivial events. As a therapist, Mark Karris sees the devastation in the wake of this loss every day. He knows that the pain isn't inconsequential...