The Struggle Is Real. How to Care for Mental and Relational Health Needs in the Church 12+

📙 20-25% of Americans suffer from a diagnosable mental illness. Divorce is epidemic. Abuse of all kinds is rampant. Suicidality is at an all-time high. Domestic violence is out of control. Cohabitation and out of wedlock births are at unprecedented levels. Addictions are more widespread than ever.These and many other problems confront our culture today in alarming proportions. Consequently, mental and relational health issues find their way home. To everyone's home.People with these and other concerns typically turn first to the church for help. Yet most churches are not equipped to adequately minister to the depth and magnitude of these overwhelming problems. This book was created as a comprehensive resource to provide the church with practical tools to care for these hurting people in a biblically sound and emotionally healthy way.We at the American Association of Christian Counselors hope and pray this book finds its way into the hands of every pastor, church leader, counselor, and Christian caregiver in America. Because the struggle is real. The struggle is real indeed.This is a lineup of experienced healers and caring writers. It will be a valuable resource for the field of mental and emotional health for years to come.John Ortberg, Ph.D., Senior Pastor of Menlo Church, Menlo Park, CA, Clinical Psychologist and best-selling authorPeople everywhere are hurting, including those inside the church. Written by a team of experts, this important resource is designed to shine ...