I wasn’t sure what to expect when I opened this book. Maybe I
would find the same arguments about how Christians aren’t supposed to be
anxious because God told us not to, or how to get through anxiety without
medication. But instead I found a realistic dialogue on the very real human and
biological aspect of anxiety, and tips on embracing it and seeking help. The
author encourages Christians to admit what they are going through instead of
hiding out of shame or fear of judgment from other Christians. Rhett Smith
himself has dealt with anxiety since childhood, and he references his struggles
in explaining the reality behind the struggles. God can use our anxiety to push
us in the direction he wants us to go. The author is able to use his unique
struggles to minister as a counselor, and like every trial God puts Christians
through anxiety can be a tool toward further spiritual growth.
I found this book to be extremely helpful, and it provided a
fresh approach to issues of mental health from a Christian perspective. I
recommend this book to anyone who deals with anxiety, whether it is severe or
mild, themselves or a loved one. It also contains discussion questions after
every chapter to help the reader apply the information to their own life.
I received this book
for free from the publisher through the Moody Publishers blogger review
program. I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions and
thoughts I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with
the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255
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