"The Wounded Heart"

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This paper discusses the book "The Wounded Heart," by Dan Allender. The paper describes the book as part religious work and part psychology. It discusses the topic of sexual abuse, as well as discussing the healing power of Jesus Christ and the spiritual and emotional journey of the author. The paper cites passages and concepts from the book and discusses the author's inner self to provide an accurate description and critique of "The Wounded Heart".

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Dan Allender- Author and Christian
Synopsis of "The Wounded Heart"
Concept of "The Great Physician" in "The Wounded Heart"
Allender and The Path Less Chosen
Hard Hitting Emotion in "The Wounded Heart"
Objective Critique of The Work
Closing Thoughts

From the Paper:

"While the subject matter is hardly pleasant, and frankly emotionally disturbing, Allender brings home the hard hitting emotion in such a skillful and caring way that it is readable, which is a key consideration for those who need to read it most. While the book is certainly suitable reading for those who have not been sexually abused, for those who have been abused and carry round the pain and the guilt of that experience, or what Allender would call "a scarred heart and soul" , it is possible to read the book and derive value from the words because of the skillful and sympathetic way that it is written. Speaking from his own brutal experiences in life, as well as his educational background, Allender makes it possible for the reader to better understand exactly what the author is trying to share, and his genuine concern for the plight of the reader is clear."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Allender, Dan (1990). Wounded Heart. Colorado Springs: Nav Press.
• DS Communications. (2001). Dick Staub Interviews Dan Allender. Retrieved March 6, 2006, from DS Communications Web Site: http://http://www.dickstaub.com/culturewatch.php?record_id=362
• The Path Less Chosen. (2005). Allender and the Path Less Chosen. Retrieved March 6, 2006, from Path Less Chosen.com Web Site: http://www.thepathlesschosen.com/

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