Why Did God Give Us Emotions?

"Why Did God Give Us Emotions?" takes a detailed look at the many sources of our emotional responses and the role emotions play in our thoughts, actions, relationships with others, and relationship with God. "From the very start I've had two goals: I wanted to look at what science has learned about emotions from a biblical perspective, and I wanted to do it in a way that would strengthen the reader's walk with God," Peurifoy stresses the importance of recognizing how the individual...
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"Why Did God Give Us Emotions?" takes a detailed look at the many sources of our emotional responses and the role emotions play in our thoughts, actions, relationships with others, and relationship with God. "From the very start I've had two goals: I wanted to look at what science has learned about emotions from a biblical perspective, and I wanted to do it in a way that would strengthen the reader's walk with God," Peurifoy stresses the importance of recognizing how the individual aspects of emotions" subjective, physical, mental, and spiritual" interconnect and how each must be address if true healing is to take place.Simple, straightforward language and use of real life examples makes the chapters easy to understand and a set of recommended activities helps readers apply the ideas to their lives. Small group discussion questions in the back are included. Pastors, counselors, those struggling with emotional issues, as well as the general reader will all gain a better understand of emotions along with skills for managing their emotions more effectively.