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Book Review for Accord Magazine (Association of Christian Counsellors, March 2010)
By Greta Randle
Sarah - by Sarah Shaw
This book has been supported and verified by the psychiatrist that was treating Sarah. It is an amazing story of Dissociative Identity Disorder that was healed through prayer ministry. Sarah was a psychiatric in-patient for many months, making no progress but her psychiatrist agreed to her attending a Healing Retreat at Ellel Grange under certain conditions. She was to take a carer, and also if she returned no better, she would be sectioned and treated with Electro Convulsive Therapy (ECT).
The book describes Sarah’s depression, overdose, obsessions and anxiety stemming from her childhood experiences in a home that offered no love or nurture. Sarah did not realise why she was experiencing severe illness as her mind had dissociated from it but the different identities clearly made themselves known during her journey to healing. There was a serious effect on her marriage but her husband had great compassion and offered limitless support during her illness and recovery.
There are illustrations, which demonstrate some of the processes Sarah went through. But the text unfolds to reveal a step by step and intensive series of Prayer Ministry sessions over a period of years. In addition to prayer, Sarah cites how scripture brought release and also the use of creative activities. She also tells of how the prayer team ‘taught’ her to enjoy ordinary things like taking a walk and socialising with other people.
Books can never give in depth details of either the horrors or joys of people’s experiences but this is certainly a remarkable and encouraging telling of what God has done. The psychiatric treatment (ECT) was never needed. Dr Searle has seen Sarah and describes her healing as a “true recovery.” The thanks truly belong to God!
Greta Randle
By Greta Randle
Sarah - by Sarah Shaw
This book has been supported and verified by the psychiatrist that was treating Sarah. It is an amazing story of Dissociative Identity Disorder that was healed through prayer ministry. Sarah was a psychiatric in-patient for many months, making no progress but her psychiatrist agreed to her attending a Healing Retreat at Ellel Grange under certain conditions. She was to take a carer, and also if she returned no better, she would be sectioned and treated with Electro Convulsive Therapy (ECT).
The book describes Sarah’s depression, overdose, obsessions and anxiety stemming from her childhood experiences in a home that offered no love or nurture. Sarah did not realise why she was experiencing severe illness as her mind had dissociated from it but the different identities clearly made themselves known during her journey to healing. There was a serious effect on her marriage but her husband had great compassion and offered limitless support during her illness and recovery.
There are illustrations, which demonstrate some of the processes Sarah went through. But the text unfolds to reveal a step by step and intensive series of Prayer Ministry sessions over a period of years. In addition to prayer, Sarah cites how scripture brought release and also the use of creative activities. She also tells of how the prayer team ‘taught’ her to enjoy ordinary things like taking a walk and socialising with other people.
Books can never give in depth details of either the horrors or joys of people’s experiences but this is certainly a remarkable and encouraging telling of what God has done. The psychiatric treatment (ECT) was never needed. Dr Searle has seen Sarah and describes her healing as a “true recovery.” The thanks truly belong to God!
Greta Randle
Readers Comments
- This is an amazing bookReview by Ann
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I was blessed to read how Sarah's dysfunctional life was touched and changed by God's great love. The steps Sarah took in her healing process were clearly explained. This book will give many struggling in despair, a real hope for a new future. God is able and this book shows how He can and will bring new life to hopeless situations (Posted on 07/10/2016)Rating - I loved this book.Review by S.Piaggio
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You can guess that she went through some terrible things, and she mentions some, but not in detail. The point of the book is to show the consequences of childhood abuse, and to show how to get healing. I thought it was very sensitively and intelligently written. I never went through anything like this, but it helps me to begin to relate. I would recommend it to anyone who has been through abuse, and to those who are trying to help people like this. (Posted on 07/10/2016)Rating - Thank you very pleased.Review by mi Byrne
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A very interesting book, well written, easy to understand.Rating
its amazing what Sarah went through and was completely released. (Posted on 07/10/2016) - Hope-giving, inspiring and amazingReview by free to be me
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Sarah's book has taught me a lot about who God really is and how much He really can do in broken lives.Rating
The story is written very well, with honesty as well as dignity and brings all the honour to Jesus. I have been encouraged by reading it and have drawn closer to God myself because of it. Beyond any doubt it will bring much hope to every Christian who reads it, in particular those who are struggling themselves due to childhood experiences. (Posted on 07/10/2016) - Brilliant Review by LINDA J JANSSON
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Brilliant thought provoking book showing how amazing God is. (Posted on 07/10/2016)Rating - Intensely movingReview by Liz Macon
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Intensely moving (Posted on 07/10/2016)Rating - A delicate subject dealt with from personal experienceReview by D. Chapmanon
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This is a Christian perspective on coping with abuse and splintered personality. (Posted on 07/10/2016)Rating - a wonderful testimony of what God can do in broken livesReview by Dangermouse10
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Contained in this book is a wonderful testimony of what God can do in broken lives. He can do what nobody else can do, take the broken pieces of our lives and turn them into something beautiful. I thank God for Sarah's life and thank Sarah for writing this book:-) (Posted on 07/10/2016)Rating - Sarah's walk to become the woman that God wants her to be.Review by Christine Pook
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A most inspiring book. Sarah's story is very moving and a wonderful testimony of Gods healing power when all looked hopeless. I recommend this book for those who want to learn more about praying for healing at a deeper level. (Posted on 07/10/2016)Rating - Excellent readingReview by JC
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Excellent reading and wrote from the authors heart (Posted on 07/10/2016)Rating - Putting Hope on DisplayReview by Rachel D
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Precious Author! You have put hope on display with this book. Thank you for writing it and making it possible for so many hurting people, that it is only through Christ, that our hurts can be healed. Blessings
:D (Posted on 27/02/2012) - Great Book!Review by John
- Amazing story! (Posted on 16/02/2012)
- OutstandingReview by Alimac
- Sometimes you pick up a book that changes your life! This has to be one of the best books I have ever read. A must read for everyone!!!!! (Posted on 14/02/2012)
- Amazing!Review by Angela Kovacs
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Wow! The depth of a human soul and the damage that the enemy can cause are really shocking. But even more shockingly amazing in God's unfathomable wisdom in how to draw someone out of the pit of dispair. While reading I've learned some eternal truths about our awsome God and His unfailing love for His creation. No doubt about it - He is the best doctor ever!
I've read it in a few hours, it was not possible to put it down. (Posted on 13/01/2011) - ExcellentReview by Richard Smart
- At times you can think you are all alone in your situation. This book provides a lot of comfort when you realise how much love you can receive to bring change into your life. (Posted on 17/12/2010)