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Exposed: Inexcusable Me...Irreplaceable Him
EXPOSED is a true modern day love story between God and a girl and the enemy who wants to tear them apart.
Raped at seventeen and then again as a freshman in college, Shannon Deitz felt completely bypassed by love. Rebelling against the violent attacks on her body and struggling to quiet the pain through self-abuse, her feelings of worthlessness eventually became so palpable she could not fathom how anyone -- most especially God -- could love her. This only caused her to push deeper into her own torment.
Shannon Deitz spent nearly two decades of her life in the darkest valleys of self-destruction, believing she was unworthy of God's love. After witnessing as a child the sex and drug-induced downfall of her older sister, Shannon turned away from her Catholic faith and upbringing and found herself caught in a wild and carefree lifestyle. She drank, partied, and sought comfort in abusive relationships, only to be raped not once but twice--by two different men.
"I endured countless, inexcusable trials walking further and further way from the embrace of Christ because I felt too unworthy to look back," Deitz recounts. "And worse, I didn't want to be like them, those who were self-righteous...holier than thou. I liked me." At least she thought she did.
Then, at the age of 27, unable to fight the battle raging inside her any longer, she gave it all up. Face down on her bedroom floor with her life in shambles all around her, Deitz surrendered every aspect of her being to God. She gave up the self-judgment, the condemnation, the need to be better. She let it all go. And in that moment she finally understood the truth--that her life had never belonged to her. It had always belonged to God.
Exposed: Inexcusable Me . . . Irreplaceable Him is one woman's courageous journey down the path of spiritual self-discovery. Not only does this book expose the awful truths of physical and emotional abuse, but it also exposes the truth that, no matter how deeply our wounds may run, we will always be worthy of God's healing grace.
This book offers faith-based encouragement for teenagers and adults who have suffered physical or emotional abuse. Through the extremely personal, no-holds-barred account of one woman's journey down a self-destructive path, it addresses such issues as spiritual warfare, the need to be loved, and the need to relinquish control of one's self to God.
Raped at seventeen and then again as a freshman in college, Shannon Deitz felt completely bypassed by love. Rebelling against the violent attacks on her body and struggling to quiet the pain through self-abuse, her feelings of worthlessness eventually became so palpable she could not fathom how anyone -- most especially God -- could love her. This only caused her to push deeper into her own torment.
Shannon Deitz spent nearly two decades of her life in the darkest valleys of self-destruction, believing she was unworthy of God's love. After witnessing as a child the sex and drug-induced downfall of her older sister, Shannon turned away from her Catholic faith and upbringing and found herself caught in a wild and carefree lifestyle. She drank, partied, and sought comfort in abusive relationships, only to be raped not once but twice--by two different men.
"I endured countless, inexcusable trials walking further and further way from the embrace of Christ because I felt too unworthy to look back," Deitz recounts. "And worse, I didn't want to be like them, those who were self-righteous...holier than thou. I liked me." At least she thought she did.
Then, at the age of 27, unable to fight the battle raging inside her any longer, she gave it all up. Face down on her bedroom floor with her life in shambles all around her, Deitz surrendered every aspect of her being to God. She gave up the self-judgment, the condemnation, the need to be better. She let it all go. And in that moment she finally understood the truth--that her life had never belonged to her. It had always belonged to God.
Exposed: Inexcusable Me . . . Irreplaceable Him is one woman's courageous journey down the path of spiritual self-discovery. Not only does this book expose the awful truths of physical and emotional abuse, but it also exposes the truth that, no matter how deeply our wounds may run, we will always be worthy of God's healing grace.
This book offers faith-based encouragement for teenagers and adults who have suffered physical or emotional abuse. Through the extremely personal, no-holds-barred account of one woman's journey down a self-destructive path, it addresses such issues as spiritual warfare, the need to be loved, and the need to relinquish control of one's self to God.
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302 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2010
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July 6, 2012
I had to look at the cover to make sure it wasn’t my story I was reading as I began Exposed – I read this beginning at 9p.m. and finishing about 2:30p.m. the next day (I took time to sleep) because it kept me it’s grips as I read Shannon’s testimony and her encounters with the spiritual. The reason why I say that I thought I was reading my story was because a lot of her actions, self destructive ones, were ones that I also fell in to – and like her the Lord saved me from myself.
She is unashamedly Catholic and is very grounded in her faith, now, I’m a non-denominational Christian – the rapes she survived are recounted and there the differences end. I must say that I was surprised that while she is Catholic that she is open to the Holy Spirit and has a gift of discerning the Lord as well as Satan – and while I can’t comprehend some her beliefs I do know the feeling of being cut off and distant from God and not worthy of His love. Growing up in church doesn’t guarantee a smooth path and no temptation and I can even understand the hesitancy she had in writing her story – what would people think?
This was an excellent read and one that would have probably saved me a lot of heart ache had it been available years ago. Reading her story and her life as a married woman with two children is truly inspirational. Some may doubt the demons and tales of discernment but if you know that Satan is alive and working in this world then it will come as no surprise that when you invite Christ into your life and live for Him that his henchmen will attack.
**Disclaimer: I was provided a copy of this book from B&B Media in exchange for my honest opinion, no other compensation was given.
She is unashamedly Catholic and is very grounded in her faith, now, I’m a non-denominational Christian – the rapes she survived are recounted and there the differences end. I must say that I was surprised that while she is Catholic that she is open to the Holy Spirit and has a gift of discerning the Lord as well as Satan – and while I can’t comprehend some her beliefs I do know the feeling of being cut off and distant from God and not worthy of His love. Growing up in church doesn’t guarantee a smooth path and no temptation and I can even understand the hesitancy she had in writing her story – what would people think?
This was an excellent read and one that would have probably saved me a lot of heart ache had it been available years ago. Reading her story and her life as a married woman with two children is truly inspirational. Some may doubt the demons and tales of discernment but if you know that Satan is alive and working in this world then it will come as no surprise that when you invite Christ into your life and live for Him that his henchmen will attack.
**Disclaimer: I was provided a copy of this book from B&B Media in exchange for my honest opinion, no other compensation was given.
March 19, 2018
This is not an easy book to read. The author goes through many tragic experiences and makes many bad decisions before turning to God. But if you make it through the sad events and unwise choices, you will reach a joyful redemption. The author has used her own story to help others and has worked with teens who may be headed down the path she took. The book would be helpful to teens and young adults making bad choices, and it would also be helpful to the rest of us who don't understand why people make those wrong decisions. For everyone, it's a story of hope.
July 3, 2012
My Thoughts On This Book
Sometimes books we read are awesome, but not at all easy to read, and thats the way “Exposed” was for me. Shannon Deitz shares her life, and the horrific things she had endured, leaving her with the reasoning that no one loves her. And anyone reading her story can’t blame her at all. I cried quite bit while reading Shannon’s story because no one should have to go through being raped twice! I can’t imagine the heartwrenching times she faced, and feeling unloved and alone all the while.
But praise the Lord He stepped in and did a 180 degree change in the life of Shannon Deitz. After that one night on her bedroom floor, she stood up a changed woman. She was no longer alone, she had Jesus to take every step with her. That makes you want to shout doesn’t it! Shannon’s book will be one that I will keep on my beside table for a while. “Exposed” is truly a reminder that God can and will change lives when we let Him in. I appreciate Shannon’s willingness and bravery to tell her story. Imagine how many people will find peace because of Shannon’s testimony! I highly recommend this book to anyone, because we all need to be reminded of just how great our God really is.
This book was provided by B&B Media and First WildCard tours. I was not required or expected to write a positive review. The opinions in this review are mine only.
Sometimes books we read are awesome, but not at all easy to read, and thats the way “Exposed” was for me. Shannon Deitz shares her life, and the horrific things she had endured, leaving her with the reasoning that no one loves her. And anyone reading her story can’t blame her at all. I cried quite bit while reading Shannon’s story because no one should have to go through being raped twice! I can’t imagine the heartwrenching times she faced, and feeling unloved and alone all the while.
But praise the Lord He stepped in and did a 180 degree change in the life of Shannon Deitz. After that one night on her bedroom floor, she stood up a changed woman. She was no longer alone, she had Jesus to take every step with her. That makes you want to shout doesn’t it! Shannon’s book will be one that I will keep on my beside table for a while. “Exposed” is truly a reminder that God can and will change lives when we let Him in. I appreciate Shannon’s willingness and bravery to tell her story. Imagine how many people will find peace because of Shannon’s testimony! I highly recommend this book to anyone, because we all need to be reminded of just how great our God really is.
This book was provided by B&B Media and First WildCard tours. I was not required or expected to write a positive review. The opinions in this review are mine only.
June 12, 2012
Shannon Deitz did not have a fairytale life. Although she had wonderful caring parents, two of her siblings turned to drugs and Shannon was well on her way to following them. In her book Exposed: Inexcusable Me... Irreplaceable Him she describes the challenges she faced as she grew up. Twice she was raped, several times she experienced spiritual warfare to the point where the demons took human form. Throughout her life she felt she was worthless, otherwise, why would these things keep happening to her?
Then one day she decided to stop fighting, to surrender her life. She completely submitted to God and gave up all control of her life. His will became her will. Even at this point, she did not understand how God could love someone like her, how He could forgive her for all of the things she had done, how He could make her clean. But He could, and He did.
I really enjoyed this book. I could see several parallels in my own life which allowed me to connect emotionally with her story.
To see my full review, please stop by my blog: Take A Walk With Me
Then one day she decided to stop fighting, to surrender her life. She completely submitted to God and gave up all control of her life. His will became her will. Even at this point, she did not understand how God could love someone like her, how He could forgive her for all of the things she had done, how He could make her clean. But He could, and He did.
I really enjoyed this book. I could see several parallels in my own life which allowed me to connect emotionally with her story.
To see my full review, please stop by my blog: Take A Walk With Me
December 22, 2012
Exposed was a riveting story that I read in one day since it was a hard book to put down and walk away from easily. While Exposed is the story of Shannon's struggles in life, her story is unfortunately one that belongs to many young women even if not in its entirety.
For the most part Shannon managed to talk about abuse, rape and relationships without being graphic but this book could still be a difficult read for high school students. At times, I wanted to reach into the pages and both slap her and hug her for her decisions and her difficulties.
I almost instantly knew this book was self published because every time a product name was mentioned there was the copyright symbol - something not usually seen in mainstream publishing.
For the most part Shannon managed to talk about abuse, rape and relationships without being graphic but this book could still be a difficult read for high school students. At times, I wanted to reach into the pages and both slap her and hug her for her decisions and her difficulties.
I almost instantly knew this book was self published because every time a product name was mentioned there was the copyright symbol - something not usually seen in mainstream publishing.
June 18, 2012
EXPOSED: Inexcusable Me...Irreplaceable Him is a transparent memoir which chronicles the life of Shannon M. Deitz.
I became interested in this book after reading the description. Unfortunately, I didn't know what I was getting myself into. This book hit close to home; as if I was reading about my own life.
I was completely caught off guard. I wasn't expecting nor was I prepared for my past to hit me like a tsunami and overwhelm me like it did.
To read the rest of this review, please visit bit.ly/MfLgGx.
I became interested in this book after reading the description. Unfortunately, I didn't know what I was getting myself into. This book hit close to home; as if I was reading about my own life.
I was completely caught off guard. I wasn't expecting nor was I prepared for my past to hit me like a tsunami and overwhelm me like it did.
To read the rest of this review, please visit bit.ly/MfLgGx.
July 25, 2012
This book should be a staple on every Christian's reading list. I wish I would have read it as a teenager. Shannon's story is so multifaceted and touches on so many subjects I don't know where to begin. Her personal struggles with love, religion, death, abuse, God, and feelings of inadequacy are real, raw, and relatable. I can actually say I felt like I "grew" with her as the book progressed.
This book was hard to put down and when I did I found I wanted more. I look forward to future books by her!
This book was hard to put down and when I did I found I wanted more. I look forward to future books by her!
June 1, 2012
This is a tough book to review for me. There were things I did and didn't like about it. This book could be very dangerous in the wrong hands. I have had some study about the spirit world. And I have had some issues while growing up as a teen and young adult that left deep scars mentally and emotionally that I have (and am still)spent years dealing with.
BUT...there was a lot of confusion to me in the book on when, where and if there ever came a point that the author came to the realization that SHE was a SINNER. That without the saving blood of Jesus Christ and him alone she would die and go to hell? Did she reach that point, ask God to forgive her of her sins and save her soul?
There was so much discussion of religion and her confusion that I was confused! It seemed like sometimes she was led by the good and sometimes the bad, sometimes she made decisions based on prayer and sometimes almost fear. (She would have something scary or creepy happen to her and then when the same person who had frightened her gave her advice or a "message" she would take it as from God and do it! "Like the guy at the first convention who admitted that he could have and wanted to hurt her but told her to write and tell her story...." She walked off with a stranger that she felt odd about and then even when she knew and he admitted that there was something wrong, she took it as a sign from God.
God is not the Author of Fear. And God does not use wicked and evil to give His message and His word to His servants.
BUT...there was a lot of confusion to me in the book on when, where and if there ever came a point that the author came to the realization that SHE was a SINNER. That without the saving blood of Jesus Christ and him alone she would die and go to hell? Did she reach that point, ask God to forgive her of her sins and save her soul?
There was so much discussion of religion and her confusion that I was confused! It seemed like sometimes she was led by the good and sometimes the bad, sometimes she made decisions based on prayer and sometimes almost fear. (She would have something scary or creepy happen to her and then when the same person who had frightened her gave her advice or a "message" she would take it as from God and do it! "Like the guy at the first convention who admitted that he could have and wanted to hurt her but told her to write and tell her story...." She walked off with a stranger that she felt odd about and then even when she knew and he admitted that there was something wrong, she took it as a sign from God.
God is not the Author of Fear. And God does not use wicked and evil to give His message and His word to His servants.
July 2, 2013
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, which was well written and fast paced. I met Shannon at ICRS 2013 and was instantly drawn to her sweet spirit and her passion for her ministry to those who have been hurt as she has been. I could not relate to the specific circumstances of her life, as far removed as they are from my own life, but that did not keep me from turning page after page of her story to discover how God transformed her into the person that I met!
Although I hold quite a few theologically different opinions, they were not enough to keep me from appreciating and admiring her skill as a writer or the genuineness of her convictions. She loves the same Jesus I know and love and that makes her my sister in the faith.
May God continue to walk you, Shannon, into all that He has destined for you.
Although I hold quite a few theologically different opinions, they were not enough to keep me from appreciating and admiring her skill as a writer or the genuineness of her convictions. She loves the same Jesus I know and love and that makes her my sister in the faith.
May God continue to walk you, Shannon, into all that He has destined for you.
February 11, 2013
An amazing transformation story shared with directness and truth. Exposed is also available as an audio book.
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