The Christ Cure: 10 Biblical Ways to Heal from Trauma, Tragedy, and PTSD

by Tim Murphy

A HANDBOOK FOR THE BROKEN A valuable guide for anyone dealing with PTSD, trauma and tragedy, family members of trauma victims, clergy who seek a better understanding of psychology, and for counselors who seek a better understanding of the role of faith in healing from trauma. THE CHRIST CURE is comprehensive handbook of healing for victims of trauma and their families, guiding the reader through a unique path of true restoration, inspired by the life and works of the Apostle Paul (a survivor of multiple traumas), by modern day mentors, the humbling personal experiences of the author, Psychologist, Navy veteran and former Member of Congress Dr. Tim Murphy, and reinforced by solid scientific research. Dr. Murphy’s book is a faith foundation guide for healing the psychological problems in the wake of trauma. Awakened by his own failures, the author grasped for ways out of his deep depression and re-discovered inspiration in the life and works of the Apostle Paul, who himself lived a life filled with major traumatic experiences. It offers new insights into how life threatening abuse, chronic stress and self-inflicted trauma affects us physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually, and most importantly, how we can heal. In the book, Dr. Murphy candidly describes his own fall from grace, his battle with depression and his humble confession that while he was trying to save the world he was losing his own soul; disconnecting from his faith and family. He walks the reader through his return to the Bible and his discovery of a great mentor for healing from trauma—the Apostle Paul. Paul the Apostle suffered several dozen severe traumas including whippings, stoning, shipwrecks, trials, imprisonment, abandonment, and a looming death sentence. Modern psychological research suggests any one of these traumas should have been emotionally crippling for him. Instead, Paul grew stronger and more courageous.  Unique to this book is the foundation of biblical pillars for healthy treatment of trauma all supported by research and scripture including fitness, sleep, healthy eating, healthy relaxation, resilience, resistance, recovery, and renewal. Within each stage the reader is challenged to choose between sets of dichotomies, one leading to healing, while the other worsens our problems. Throughout, the reader is empowered through their own suffering to become stronger in their relationships and faith:  Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) effects tens of millions with symptoms of depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, broken relationships, isolation, and suicidal thoughts. Current treatment approaches include counseling and medication, but this often leaves many still struggling in darkness for years. Here, readers are guided on a very different path lit by a beacon of faith.  THE CHRIST CURE: 10 Biblical Ways to Heal Your Mind from Trauma, Tragedy, and PTSD provides much-need help and guidance to “the broken” from secular to scriptural; illustrated with inspirational stories of those who are winning their own battles.

Genres: Faith

260 pages, Hardcover

First published March 7, 2023

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Reviews

[Qualique Ancrum · Rating 5 out of 5]

"The Christ Cure" by Dr. Tim Murphy is a transformative book that helped me overcome anxiety and understand the importance of sleep and diet. As a soldier in the army, I highly recommend this book to anyone struggling with PTSD and mental health issues. Dr. Murphy's insights are practical and powerful, making a significant difference in my life.

[Tommy Moore · Rating 5 out of 5]

One should view this outstanding book by Dr. Tim Murphy has a handbook for mental health. While he does use the life of Paul from scripture as a model, much of the book is a practical, valuable guide for living your best life.

[Fanaticmama · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is fabulous! I would recommend it to anyone. It has such good language for handling life’s struggles. So positive and encouraging!

[Brynn Land · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reaffirming of the importance of my faith. Educating for those who find psychology interesting. Enlightening regardless of your faith background - solid life lessons

[Susan Anderson Misey · Rating 5 out of 5]

You don't have to have PTSD/CPTSD to get an enormous amount of value from this book, but if you do suffer from any kind of abuse, etc., this is balm for the soul. I couldn't put it down and am buying another copy of this book to share with a friend who suffers from CPTSD. If you need help, you won't regret picking this one up. The author begins with a Preface that shows he's walked in the same shoes. I especially enjoyed the parallels to Paul (Saul of Tarsus) that Murphy weaves through the book as well as all the Scriptural support for each chapter's focus on healing the wounds that weigh you down. Good stuff!

[Jami Gomez · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Healing is not passive. In Mark 10:46-52, Bartimaeus literally had to take steps toward Jesus. Bartimaeus had to commit and to act. When Christ cures, we all must take our own steps towards healing.”