Escaping the Maze of Spiritual Abuse: Creating Healthy Christian Cultures survival Mingling the intimate with the

Mingling the intimate with the momentous

a species much beloved by the poet

Joseph Alton

This engaging and affectionate re-creation of Lewis' life highlights resilience

Escaping the Maze of Spiritual Abuse: Creating Healthy Christian Cultures survival Mingling the intimate with the'Every time he wanted me to do something, he would quote scripture I couldn't argue with scripture, it was like arguing with God.' The term 'spiritual abuse' is widely used across the Christian community. But what is it? Sometimes spiritual abuse involves leaders misusing their position, but ministers can also be the victims. Common factors include control through misuse of scripture, claims to divine authority, pressure to conform, and enforced