“Whether you realize it or not, you have a relational style that influences the way you behave in intimacy with those you love and, in particular, with God. »
Childhood experiences shape adults' relationships with others, but also their conception of God. Is it possible to heal from the blows received, from the feeling of rejection or failure? Is it possible to correct our ways of being, acting and reacting to (finally) lead a fulfilling life, marked by a feeling of security?
Yes, rehabilitation and restoration are possible, the authors say. Drawing on their own experience as professionals and on attachment theories, they offer a reflection that is undoubtedly useful to many.
After all, “the real problem isn’t the problems, it’s what you do with them.”
Holding a doctorate and a therapist's license, Tim Clinton is president of the American Association of Christian Counseling Specialists and teaches in his field at Liberty University (Virginia).
Also holding a doctorate, Joshua Straub is an assistant professor at Liberty University after having served for a time as a pastor. He specializes in research on attachment issues.
Contents :
Section 1: A question that fascinates
- The importance of God
- Obsession with God
- Crisis of faith
Section 2: Relationships that change everything
- Designed for relationships
- Attachment styles
- Heart to heart with God
- When connection is difficult
- The failures of the relational quest
- The great illusion
Section 3: An intimacy to pursue
- The risk of grace
- Spiritual oxygen
- Spiritual restoration
- The power of wonder
- A life that matters
- Epilogue
ISBN: 9782940335701