Redeeming Power

Understanding Authority and Abuse in the Church

De: Diane Langberg

Narrado por: Pam Ward

Power has a God-given role in human relationships and institutions, but it can lead to abuse when used in unhealthy ways. Speaking into current #MeToo and #ChurchToo conversations, this book shows that the body of Christ desperately needs to understand the forms power takes, how it is abused, and how to respond to abuses of power.

Although many Christians want to prevent abuse in their churches and organizations, they lack a deep and clear-eyed understanding of how power actually works. Internationally recognized psychologist Diane Langberg offers a clinical and theological framework for understanding how power operates, the effects of the abuse of power, and how power can be redeemed and restored to its proper God-given place in relationships and institutions. This book not only helps Christian leaders identify and resist abusive systems, but also shows how they can use power to protect the vulnerable in their midst.

©2020 Diane Langberg (P)2020 eChristian

Impactful!! Get it!!

Slow start but totally worth it. Great insights, on how we should live despite the institutions that prevail.

The content is compelling. Abuse in the churches is real and ongoing.

There's a lot to think about in this book. A better narrator would make listening so much better.

So helpful!

This book was so helpful and so gospel-centered! It was quite helpful in understanding systems of abuse, and it also offered hope for healing and change

Painful but necessary

Such an important topic! Thank you Diane for treading into such a weighty topic and shining the light of Christ.

Diane reveals root cause!

I truly appreciate Diane’s wisdom in which she writes and speaks. I am a truth seeker so she speaks to my heart!

mind blowing confirmation

I have listened to this book multiple times and get something different every time.

Required reading

What a profound work! This book would be beneficial for every leader claiming to be a disciple of Christ. As a follower of Christ, it is our duty to expose the deeds of darkness - especially within the church - and protect “the least of these” above all else.

An honest, compassionate challenge to abuse of power

This book has been such a blessing. Sometimes it hurt due to the accuracy, but Dr. Langberg sees and addresses what others refuse to acknowledge. Knowing that there is any voice speaking against abuse of power in the church is a glimmer of hope. She shines light on the pain of those broken by the institution of the church and uses Scripture to uplift with truth and compassion.

Also, Pam Ward is such an excellent narrator and reads with such clarity and understanding of the text. She expresses the compassion of the author in her tone, which aids in engaging with the material. Absolutely recommend.

So important, must read for any church leaders!

I wish more Christians understood what Dr. Langberg does. One overarching theme of the Bible, especially in the prophets, is that of justice. God will not tolerate his people refusing to give justice to the weak, needy, widow, fatherless, sojourner, etc. Those who are seen as lesser in the eyes of society and seen as easier to exploit are precious in the eyes of God.
“But let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!”
‭‭Amos‬ ‭5‬:‭24‬ ‭NIV‬‬
In Amos 5, God speaks about how he hates and rejects Israel’s religious festivals, sacrifices, songs, and deeds because they were refusing to give justice to the oppressed.
I hope churches will heed the warning.

Read vs Listen

Great book. Filled with truth that we all need to hear. Narrator comes across as condescending which I don’t think the author intended for her words so I recommend reading versus listening to this book.