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Understanding Trauma and Resilience A Guide for Counselors, Caregivers, and Ministers Evan B. Marbury Foreword by Warren Kinghorn Sexual harassment. Spousal abuse. Power structures. Systemic racism. Natural disasters. Unimaginable loss. In our culture, awareness about trauma is growing, but many of us need a better understanding of it. This accessible resource for students, therapists, ministry leaders, and caregivers introduces concepts of trauma, abuse, and trauma- informed care. Pastor and licensed therapist Evan Marbury delves into the profound human experience of surviving trauma and explores the remarkable power of resilience through the lens of the gospel. Integrating psychology with theology, Understanding Trauma and Resilience invites readers on a compelling exploration of humanity’s incredible capacity to heal despite unimaginable wounds. Marbury’s trauma-treatment expertise and pastoral experience enable him to bring technical knowledge to a broad audience, offering readers a more thorough understanding of trauma and resilience in Christ. “A hopeful, holistic guide for counseling those affected by trauma. Marbury emphasizes the deeply relational nature of life and offers thoughtful perspectives on abuse, trauma, and healing that are grounded in spiritual and existential truth. If you approach trauma with gravity and see Jesus as the source of hope, this resource will enrich your ministry and bless those you serve.” —Sam R. Williams, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (retired)
JUNE 2026 • 224 pp. • $26.99p • 9781540969446
Evan B. Marbury (DMin, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary) serves as associate pastor of Christ Central Church in Durham, North Carolina, and as a licensed trauma therapist in Chapel Hill. He has taught counseling for a variety of institutions, including Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Belhaven University, and Cru.
CONTENTS
Foreword by Warren Kinghorn Introduction
1. Defining Trauma 2. Distinguishing Abuse 3. Elements of Abuse
4. The Many Faces of Trauma 5. Locating Trauma in Our Story 6. Collective Trauma and Race in Culture 7. Spiritual Abuse, Religious Trauma, and Church Hurt 8. Locating God in Our Trauma
9. Responding to Trauma 10. The Path to Integration 11. Growing Resilience 12. Introducing Trauma Care
Conclusion: The Cornerstone of Our Care Index
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