Healing The Wounded Soul

by Jack R. Christianson

If you've ever tried to help a troubled friend, a wayward youth, or a struggling family member, you know how frustrating it can be to see them "self-destruct." In this inspirational talk, Brother Jack R. Christianson offers valuable insights and provides powerful hope for those working with misguided souls. "Most people misbehave not because they are bad," says Brother Christianson, "but because they are wounded in some way. We need to look beyond the behavior to understand how they are hurting or why they are insecure. We've got to be more patient as we deal with wounded hearts." He suggests that we follow Jacob's teachings and try "the pleasing word of God, yea, the word which healeth the wounded soul" (Jacob 2:8). Using touching stories and insightful quotes and scriptures, Brother Christianson teaches us how we can help others in the healing process.

Genres: Lds, Religion, Spirituality, Nonfiction

88 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Mandy Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jack R. Christianson was my mission president. I love to read his books or listen to his CDs and learn from him again. This book is a great compilation of some of his best teachings. The story of his hunting dog Cassie has forever changed me. I also love his insights on how meditation and immersion in scripture bringing Christ’s healing into our lives.

[Heidi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I learned that for Christ to heal us, we need to hold more firmly to the Iron Rod, which is the Word of God. And not just reading our scriptures but "feasting upon the word of God." It's funny how you read things a million times, but it doesn't sink in until it's spelled out for you by someone else.

[Angee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick read. I loved how he discussed that most people don't misbehave because they are bad but because they are wounded in some way; it's not our place to judge, but to understand HOW they're hurting. He also had some great analogies. I learned a lot and will definitely read this book again because it's so short and to the point.

[Natalie Schouten · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked this book. The information was very comforting and helpful for me to try to change my mindset on how to look at some teens that I get to work with right now. Trying to understand them more is something I need to pray about. I also liked his sick dog story as a way to understand others.

[Cassie Job · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick read. I liked the parable of the dog. I think it could be more specific about how the healing actually takes place—maybe more examples and a foray into repentance.
But overall, sweet and doctrinally sound.

[James Biser · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great presentation by Christianson that gives good insight on life and the things that an individual faces. It is also full of scripture and is a spiritual fire.

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful, quick read that helps us understand how to help and not judge those that are wounded, which in many ways can be all of us.

[Crystel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thought provoking and helpful to see not just myself but everyone in a different way which can inspire grace and forgiveness.

[Sara Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was short, but great.

[Patricia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book

[Tara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple but powerful reminder that people are often acting from a place of hurt, not weakness. Instead of judging actions, try to understand the pain behind them. Loved the story of his dog.

[Krystine · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book keeps running through my mind when I deal with difficult people. It brought a lot of clarity about difficulties. Great, short book. I’ll read it again and again as a reminder!

[Kim Irwin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book and explanations of healing - we are all wounded to some extent at some time in life’s journey. This teaches grace for others and for ourselves.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

The more I read by Jack R. Christanson the more I learn and crave more of his talks.

[Camille Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. I actually heard the audio of it before I ever read the book, but I loved it both ways. He helps us understand why people do things to protect themselves, but mostly he helps us understand how we can heal our spiritual/emotional wounds. It's a wonderful book.

See his new blog at www.jackrchristianson.wordpress.com

[Heidi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book (or book on CD) that teaches doctrines and gives wonderful insights on how the Savior can heal each of us. I also loved how he gave examples of how we should treat others with that in mind b/c we don't know how they have been hurt or why they act the way they do.

[Krista · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quick afternoon read! Only 88 pages!

If you've ever been faced with the situation of trying to help a loved one who is struggling, it can be frustrating not knowing how to help. This book reminds us to be patient and teaches us how we can help others heal.

[Ada Jacobsen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I learn that I need to work on some thing if I want to be healed of old wounds.

[Brittany · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was very uplifting and had a lot of good information. I highly suggest it.

[Wendy Reiersen · Rating 5 out of 5]

People do everything for a reason. There are wounds that we can't see. Nobody sets out to mess up their life or anybody else's.

[Gayla · Rating 4 out of 5]

What comforting words to read. I'm so grateful for authors who are aware of what some of us go through and try to help us understand. We are never alone, are we.

[Deanna Sutter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fast read. I read it in one setting, but it had some good things to think about.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked this book of only 88 pages. Christianson has some really good thoughts, and I especially liked the ideas on scripture study. I would recommend this for a short, inspiring read.

[Candi Olsen · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5

[Danni · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing.