How can we release anger and learn to walk the path to forgiveness after experiencing intense childhood trauma, such as physical and sexual abuse? Today Elishaba Doerksen shares part two of her dramatic story, this time focusing on her journey to heal and forgive her father and herself by finding God’s forgiveness after years of horrific abuse.

NOTE: Because Elishaba shares openly about her traumatic experiences, this conversation contains graphic and potentially triggering content that may not be appropriate for all audiences. In addition, the end of this episode contains resources to find forgiveness and healing if you too have been a victim of abuse. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• [4:10] Elishaba Begins to Heal Her Wounds After Suffering Intense Trauma
• [8:35] The Ultimate Healing Comes From God and Only God
• [11:43] From Religion to Relationships and Discovering God’s Forgiveness
• [16:36] How to Release Anger About the Past and Forgive Yourself to Move Forward
• [19:06] The Most Pivotal Part of Elishaba’s Journey to Redemption 
• [24:58] How Her Husband Helped Her Heal from Past Trauma and Start Fresh Together
• [30:32] Discovering The True Journey of Forgiveness and Choosing To Forgive
• [33:26] Writing Her Book After Uncovering the Layers of Childhood Trauma
• [36:43] How To Know When You’re Ready to Forgive After Suffering Abuse
• [43:08] The Real Enemy of Intense Trauma Is Not the Person Who Hurt You
• [47:06] Elishaba Advice To Those Trying To Heal from Childhood Trauma
• [55:22] Resources for Healing Intense Trauma and Accepting God’s Forgiveness

CONNECT WITH ELISHABA:

Website

Book

RESOURCES:

Faithful Counseling (affiliate link)

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