Navigating Destructive Relationships: 9 Steps Toward Healing

“In Navigating Destructive Relationships, Brad Hambrick offers invaluable pastoral guidance for individuals grappling with abusive or addictive relationships. This book is built upon sound biblical theology, powerful self-reflection, and compassionate small-group care, all within the context of the local church. I am confident that this resource will serve us well.”

“Navigating a destructive relationship takes tons of wisdom. Brad Hambrick not only provides it, but he also helps sufferers gain strength and clarity for the journey ahead, all the while honoring their pace and need to restore personal agency. This group counseling curriculum is packed with practical teaching and gospel care.”

“After reading the first three books in the Church-Based Counseling series, I was excited to dig in to Navigating Destructive Relationships. This curriculum is incredibly practical—it encourages movement and meets a variety of needs. Navigating Destructive Relationships will be extremely helpful for encouraging women in our ministry in their strengthening and healing.”

“Brad Hambrick continues to show us what biblical, careful, and practical counsel looks like on the ground in very difficult and painful situations. In Navigating Destructive Relationships, we find teaching and tools to help us understand and address the thorny relationships that we all face throughout our lives. Whether you are a counselor helping someone gain clarity and courage or someone who is experiencing pain and confusion in a relationship, Brad’s book will provide gospel hope and help!”

“The destructive impact of relationships involving abuse and addiction reverberates throughout the church. Destructive relationships are often very confusing and touch on issues relating to identity, meaning, belonging, purpose, and the deep longings of the human heart. Into the chaos steps Brad Hambrick, bringing gospel clarity and providing a voice of safety, wise action, and peace. Navigating Destructive Relationships is an indispensable resource, guiding individuals and groups toward resilience, healing, and hope.”

“Group care for those suffering relational harm can be a powerful part of their healing journey. Brad wisely addresses the varied complexities of destructive relationships and provides an accessible framework for those seeking to untangle their confusion and hurt. Incorporating concepts like identity, lament, and narrative, Brad offers a compassionate approach to group care that is rooted in God’s tenderness toward the individual.”

“Relationships are hard enough when they are healthy. When they become unhealthy, the ensuing destruction can be devastating. As a Christian, how do you continue to live a gospel-centered life amid turmoil?  In Navigating Destructive Relationships, Dr. Hambrick has laid a practical foundation for ‘living peaceably with all’ (Romans 12:18). Having used this material for over six years, I have seen a lasting impact through relationships restored, and new, healthy relationships formed.”