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Trauma can make the world feel unsafe, the body feel on alert, and God feel far away. For many Christians, recovery is not only about reducing symptoms. It is also about learning to believe again that hope is possible, that life can hold beauty again, and that suffering does not get the final word. Faith does not erase pain. Prayer does not replace skilled counseling, medical care, or trauma-informed support. Yet Christian faith can become a steady companion in recovery. When

By Ms. Alisha Jackson, MSW | Doctoral Candidate Your Words Should Agree With God's Promises One of the easiest ways to become discouraged is by speaking from our current circumstances instead of speaking from God's promises. We may find ourselves saying, "Nothing is changing," "I'm not making progress," or "Maybe this isn't meant for me." Yet God's Word continually reminds us to walk by faith rather than by sight. Every time we choose faith over fear, hope over discouragement

This is little motivation to keep the faith during times of spiritual battle.