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The Attraction of Self-Pity

The Attraction of Self-Pity from a Christian Perspective Self-pity is an emotion many people experience, especially in times of hardship or failure. From a Christian perspective, understanding why self-pity can be so attractive is crucial, as it can subtly lead us away from God’s truth and purpose. Although it seems […]

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Feeling Ashamed – Part 2 (PC)

Title: Book Summary – Feeling Ashamed – Part 2 Big idea: Finding Freedom: Overcoming Shame Through Jesus In her book, the author explores the common struggle with shame and how Jesus offers hope for liberation. She emphasizes that Jesus removes the guilt of sin and rejects shame, offering a path […]

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Feeling Ashamed – Part 1 (PC)

Title: Book Summary – Feeling Ashamed – Part 1   Shame can leave us Questioning God’s goodness and/or sovereignty Doubting God’s existence, love, and/or acceptance Rejecting God Social discomfort, leading to withdrawal Varying degrees of self‑pity Mental and/or physical self‑deprecation Self-sabotage or self‑injury Addictive behaviours Wallowing in despair and self‑doubt […]

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