Includes bibliographical references.

Note to the reader -- What is post-traumatic stress disorder? -- Fight or flight : our auto-response -- The need for sound wisdom and discretion -- The wisdom of God in creation -- The wisdom of God sin and suffering. The invasion of suffering -- Suffering and the watchful eye of a good and just God -- Suffering and the caring heart of God -- God is committed to transforming you in suffering -- The impact of sin -- Principles of perseverance. Identify your futile thoughts -- Recognize where your wisdom is overriding God's wisdom -- Resist covetous and evil desires -- Rest in Jesus -- Redeeming wisdom -- The founder of our salvation -- Our merciful and sympathetic High Priest -- The healer of our bones -- The redemptive destiny -- More redeeming wisdom.

Wise responses to the world's threats. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a profoundly intense response to profoundly dangerous experiences, manifests itself in fear, terrifying vulnerability, and lack of a sense of control. While these responses are often involuntary, Jeremy Lelek reminds us that they are still responses and, thus, different responses are possible. Here he relates the narrative of creation, fall, and redemption to the experiences of PTSD, reminding us that the gospel speaks to our experiences with danger as part of its redemptive message. He points to the wisdom of God in our suffering and reminds us of the saving grace offered by Jesus, guiding readers to the peace and contentment found in seeking God's glory. The Gospel for Real Life booklet series by the Association of Biblical Counselors (ABC) applies the timeless hope of Christ to the unique struggles of modern believers. - Back cover.