http://crossroads.ca/life-resources/teachings/sexual-abuse/incest http://crossroads.ca/life-resources/teachings/sexual-abuse/incest/what-is-incest Incest is any type of sexual contact or involvement between relatives; related by blood, marriage or adoption. http://crossroads.ca/life-resources/teachings/sexual-abuse/incest/what-is-incest Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:31:42 -0500 http://crossroads.ca/life-resources/teachings/sexual-abuse/incest/there-is-hope There is hope for you if you are a victim of sexual abuse/incest. The trauma of your past experiences need not prevent you from having a healthy and fulfilling life. You may feel powerless, betrayed, confused and rejected by both people and God. The cycle of these feelings, refueled by your painful memories, can be broken. Help is available to heal and restore the damage. There are now trained Christian therapists and support groups available to help you overcome the destruction caused by abuse. God loves you very much. With His help and healing power, you can be set free from the pain and shame of the past. http://crossroads.ca/life-resources/teachings/sexual-abuse/incest/there-is-hope Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:31:42 -0500 http://crossroads.ca/life-resources/teachings/sexual-abuse/incest/if-you-discover-abuse Both the abuser and the victim need help. You may also need help if you are a close friend or relative. It is important to pray for God's wisdom and guidance before you do anything. Also realize that health professionals, clergy, teachers, counsellors, therapists and others, are legally bound to report sexual abuse to the authorities when children are involved. This is done for the sake of protecting the victim from further abuse. Reporting of abuse can be done through the family and children's services in your area. http://crossroads.ca/life-resources/teachings/sexual-abuse/incest/if-you-discover-abuse Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:31:42 -0500 http://crossroads.ca/life-resources/teachings/sexual-abuse/incest/what-scripture-says “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds” (Psalm 147:3). http://crossroads.ca/life-resources/teachings/sexual-abuse/incest/what-scripture-says Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:31:42 -0500 http://crossroads.ca/life-resources/teachings/sexual-abuse/incest/suggested-reading A Door Of Hope by Jan Frank, http://crossroads.ca/life-resources/teachings/sexual-abuse/incest/suggested-reading Mon, 06 Apr 2009 13:11:05 -0500