To Heal or Harm, 9780310121305
Paperback
Scripture: healing or harm? A guide for survivors and helpers.
Pre-Order

To Heal or Harm

scripture's use as poison or medicine for abuse survivors

$35.10

  • Paperback

    368 pages

  • Release Date

    27 April 2026

Check Delivery Options

Summary

To Heal or Harm: Reclaiming Scripture for Abuse Survivors

Scripture can be a profound instrument of healing or a source of deep harm in the lives of abuse survivors. Sadly, it is often the latter. In over two decades of abuse ministry, Mending the Soul has found that misused Scripture by abusers or their collaborators inflicts some of the most extensive trauma. Survivors may also misuse Scripture against themselves, while well-meaning family members and pastors often lack the tools …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780310121305
ISBN-10:0310121302
Author:Steven R. Tracy, Paul Louis Metzger
Publisher:Zondervan
Imprint:Zondervan
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:368
Release Date:27 April 2026
Weight:489g
Dimensions:228mm x 152mm x 19mm
About The Author

Steven R. Tracy

Steven R. Tracy (PhD, University of Sheffield, England, MDiv, ThM Western Seminary), is the president and international director for Mending the Soul Ministries, and professor of theology and ethics at Phoenix Seminary. He and his wife Celestia co-founded and co-lead Mending the Soul, a global mission dedicated to resourcing and equipping community and faith leaders in informed and compassionate responses to those impacted by abuse. Steve and Celestia bring over 40 years of pastoral, classroom, and clinical experience to their work. Their sustainable trauma care models and resources are now being implemented successfully around the world.

Returns

This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.