By Josh McDowell
Fourteen–year–old Ann Cassidy has a mystery, yet she cannot hold it to any extent further. The nightmares, the flashbacks, the fake guilt–she has to inform anyone. whilst Ann ultimately unearths the horror of her adolescence sexual abuse, she feels a few relief–but she has a brand new flood of feelings to accommodate and she's scared.
Has an individual like Ann unburdened the darkish stories of previous sexual abuse with you? have you learnt what to assert or do? what's desire so much at once? possibly greater than any time in existence she or he wishes a "911 friend"–a good friend who "...is regularly unswerving and a brother [and sister who] is born to aid in time of want" (Prov. 17:17).
Through the help of a gripping true–to–life tale, Josh McDowell besides Ed Stewart deals biblical insights and sensible guideline on how your good friend can take care of the ache of prior sexual abuse. yet extra importantly, you can find the best way to turn into a real resource of convenience, encouragement, and help to her or him right away. This booklet is designed for you...
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If your grandfather were still alive and abusing you like that today, I would insist that you go to the police or a child-protection agency. ” “But it seemed partly my fault,” Ann interjected, fighting back tears again. ” Jenny slowly shook her head. “It was not your fault, Ann. ” Ann felt something very freeing in Jenny’s words, as if another large weight had been lifted from her shoulders. “It wasn’t my fault,” she repeated. “That’s right,” Jenny said, smiling. “And I also want you to know that I am proud of you for the courage it takes to face all this.
But she needed more than comfort to get through the pain of dealing with past abuse, and so do you. There are two more important elements that hopefully are being supplied to you. First, you need the support of others. What’s the difference between comfort and support? People supply the comfort you need when they share your sorrow emotionally. People supply the support you need by helping you during this time in practical, helpful ways. ” For example, Jenny showed her practical support by counseling Ann and offering to go with her when she told her parents.
It’s okay to cry, Ann,” Jenny encouraged, holding her. “Just let it all out. ” The tears flowed freely for all three of them. When the emotions subsided, Jenny said, “There is a term for what happened to you during those ‘secret visits’ with your grandfather. ” Ann knew what Jenny was getting at. But she hesitated because it sounded so dirty, so terrible. “Yes, I know,” she admitted finally. “Then tell me what you’d call what your grandfather did to you during your secret visits,” Jenny pressed.
