Forgiving the Nightmare of Abuse with Mark Sowersby

25-03-2024 • 29 mins

Get ready for an amazing episode of "Out of the Darkness with Ruth Hovsepian," where we chat about healing and forgiveness after child abuse. Our guest, Mark Sowersby, who wrote "Forgiving the Nightmare," is back to share his moving story and his thoughts on the tricky act of chasing justice while accepting forgiveness through faith. This talk isn't just about scary facts; it's about bouncing back, letting go spiritually, and finding the ability to forgive even when you've been deeply hurt.

In this episode, we dig into the ongoing journey of forgiveness, the intricate connection between God's grace and the results of our actions here on earth, and how getting closer to God can help us heal. Tune in as we chat about how faith can guide us in our healing journey, helping us reclaim parts of ourselves that were lost in the hurt.

Don't miss out on this ray of hope for anyone working through their own healing journey. Discover the rich life that's possible after trauma.

🕒 Chapters:
(0:00:18) - Forgiveness and Justice After Abuse
(0:08:32) - Journey to Biblical Forgiveness
(0:19:39) - The Process of Forgiveness and Healing
(0:27:25) - Finding Healing and Forgiveness

📚 Resources mentioned:
- "Forgiving the Nightmare" by Mark Sowersby
- National Children's Alliance stats
- Forgiving the Nightmare ministry

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For more info on Mark's work and his book, "Forgiving the Nightmare," check out the links below.

Connect with Pastor Mark Sowersby:
✔LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/mark-sowersby-660aa1236
✔Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/forgiving_the_nightmare_/
✔Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/forgivingthenightmare
✔Website - www.forgivingthenightmare.com
✔YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKS97tXY8cSiQLfRXXBCMXw
✔Book - https://www.amazon.com/Forgiving-Nightmare-Mark-Sowersby/dp/1951475186