Emotional Module: Healing from Abuse – Finding Peace Through Christ
1. Introduction Video
Topic: Understanding the emotional impact of abuse, learning tools for healing, and discovering hope and peace through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
2. Key Takeaways
- Abuse is never your fault. Your worth is infinite and unchanged.
- Healing is possible, and help is available through trusted leaders and professionals.
- The Savior understands your pain and offers perfect compassion and peace.
3. Journal Prompt
“Reflect on how the Savior has brought comfort or peace during difficult times. What does His promise of healing mean to you personally?”
4. Quick Quiz
- True or False: Abuse changes your worth in the eyes of God.
- Who can you turn to for support if you've experienced or witnessed abuse?
- Which of Christ’s titles gives you the most comfort in times of pain?
5. Scripture Tie-In
“He hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives... to comfort all that mourn.”
— Isaiah 61:1–2
6. Healing Challenge
Find a quiet place and listen to a guided meditation focused on the Savior’s healing power. Write down one truth about your divine worth that you want to hold onto this week.
Personal Notes
Spiritual Faith Journey: Light in the Darkness
Scenario
You’re teaching a lesson, and a young adult opens up about having been abused. They say, “I don’t know how God could love me after everything I’ve been through.” You feel the Spirit but also overwhelmed—how do you respond with both compassion and confidence?
Choose Your Path
- A) Assure them they just need more faith and change the subject.
- B) Testify that God knows them perfectly and invite them to pray together.
- C) Say nothing and refer them to the bishop later.
Path B: You offer a sincere prayer with them, asking Heavenly Father to help them feel His love. Afterward, they share they haven’t felt peace like that in a long time.
Scripture Tie-In
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
— Matthew 11:28
Faith Challenge
Take time this week to pray specifically for someone you’re teaching. Ask Heavenly Father to help you see them as He does. Record your impressions afterward.