Exploring Psychology and Christian Faith An Introductory Guide by Paul Moes and Donald J. Tellinghuisen A review by Geoffrey W. Sutton PhD Exploring Psychology and Christian Faith by Paul Moes and Donald J. Telling-huisen is an introductory guide that bridges the gap between psychology and Christian theology. The book is structured around five key themes of human nature from a biblical perspective: • relational persons, • brokenness and the need for redemption, • embodiment, • responsible limited agency, and • meaning-seeking The authors explore various psychological concepts students encounter in Introduction to Psychology Courses such as research methodology, brain and behavior, consciousness, sensation and perception, learning, memory, decision-making, developmental psychology, emotion, social psychology, personality, psychological disorders, and therapy. Each chapter includes discussion questions and reflection prompts to help readers integrate their faith with psychologica
Battered into submission: The tragedy of wife abuse in the Christian home by James and Phyllis Alsdurf Battered into Submission begins with a nightmare. Lucille Tisland, a pastor's wife, shot and killed her husband. She reported his abuse including a threat to kill her and their children. Battered into Submission addresses the often overlooked issue of wife abuse within Christian homes. The authors, James and Phyllis Alsdurf, draw on extensive research and interviews with victims, abusers, and pastors to explore the psychological, spiritual, and personal impact of wife abuse. They highlight that abuse can occur even in homes where the husband is a Christian and the family upholds traditional values. The book calls on the church to acknowledge and address this issue, providing hope and healing to those affected. The authors tackle Christian teaching often directed at women to be in submission. They also reveal the large numbers of clergy who do not support a wife leaving an a