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Post Abortion
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There is
evidence that abortion is associated with a decrease in
emotional health. For some women these negative emotions
may be very strong, and can appear within days or after many
years. This psychological response is a form of
post-traumatic stress disorder. Some of the symptoms are:
eating disorders, flashbacks of abortion, relationship
problems, suicidal thoughts, guilt, sexual dysfunction,
depression and alcohol and drug abuse.
Spiritual Consequences
People have different understandings of God. Whatever
your present beliefs may be, there is a spiritual side to
abortion that deserves to be considered. Having an abortion
may affect more than just your body and your mind -- it may
have an impact on your relationship with God. What is God's
desire for you in this situation? How does God see your
unborn child? These are important questions to consider.
Forgiven and
Set Free Group Bible Study
“Forgiven and Set Free” … sounds good, doesn’t it? This
inspiring Bible study is bringing deep healing never before
imagined by those we are ministering to who suffer deep
guilt and regret after having had an abortion.
This study was developed out of the personal experience of a
lady who was set free from the bondage of guilt and grief
that followed her abortion. Her experience was the beginning
of this study. "As I read my Bible, Christ was faithful to
touch my open wounds with the touch of his promises," she
writes. "He promised to turn all my wailing into dancing and
he has."
Forgiven and Set Free is guiding suffering and
hurting individuals to bring their emotional scars from
abortion where true and lasting healing can take place.
Appropriate Scripture passages help both women and men deal
with issues such as: Relief and Denial, Anger, Forgiveness,
Depression, Letting Go, and Acceptance.
We began training leaders to lead this study in 2006 and
started facilitating groups and individuals through the
study in 2007. The testimonies of those who have completed
the course are glowing with praise for the grace and power
of God and a deeper love for His Word. Over and over again,
people say, “I thought I had dealt with it, but I had just
pushed it down. I never knew how much I needed this! I
can honestly say that I am truly forgiven and set free.”
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