In a breakthrough book first published in 1991, the authors address the dynamics in churches that can ensnare people in legalism, guilt, and begrudging service, keeping them from the grace and joy of God's kingdom.Written for both those who feel abused and those who may be causing it, The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse shows how people get hooked into abusive systems, the impact of controlling leadership on a congregation, and how the abused believer can find rest and recovery.

Now updated with discussion guides for families and small groups, Families Where Grace Is in Place continues to minister to couples and parents nearly twenty years after it was first published. Using his professional and personal experience, VanVonderen shows readers how to nurture God-honoring relationships free of manipulation, legalism, and shame. This book is a practical and insightful discussion on living a graceful life and building a strong and happy home using God's tools.

Ninguna persona deberia marcharse de la iglesia por sentirse manipulada, controlada, humillada o condenada. Pero el abuso puede ocurrir en los lugares de refugio y animo si los lideres espirituales empiezan a abusar de su autoridad para satisfacer sus necesidades de importancia, poder, o gratificacion espiritual. En esta obra descubriras como identificar a la iglesia abusiva y tambien como liberarte de su legalismo destructivo. Entre los temas incluidos figuran:1.Como se produce el abuso espiritual, y por que aquellos que estan bajo su control a menudo no lo detectan.2.Las formas sutiles que...