Domestic abuse is a term Elena never thought in a million years she would ever be able to apply to her personal life She is a smart educated woman Independent strong and confident and could never understand how a woman would stay in a relationship with a man that was hurting her or worse hurting her children But she was that woman For 10 years Elena was married to a man that belittled degraded isolated her and hit her children There are many other women that have been in similar situations and situations so much worse than hers whether they lasted less than a year or than 30 They are all a part of a club they never wanted to domestic abuse This is not a story meant to draw tears to your eyes or well up pity in your heart This is a story of faith strength and perseverance This is a story to help break down the stereotypes and misconceptions of what kind of woman ends up in a situation like Elena s and how there is a loving Savior who desires healing and grace for our lives This is not a pretty story domestic abuse never is but hang in there as you travel with Elena through the ashes of abuse into the beauty of God s freedom Discover how you or someone you know can find freedom and healing through Christ of how He can restore your soul If you are in or have escaped domestic abuse take heart You will be sane You Will Be Sane From the Ashes of Domestic Abuse to the Beauty of FreedomWonderful Memoir of one woman s journey out of an abusive marriage This story was brave bold and filled with humility I loved how the author weaved throughout her story key truths warnings and definitions related to abuse resulting in a story that pulls at your heart but also educates and empowers. Themes of redemption freedom and God s ever present care are seen in Elena s powerful testimony Very well executed 9798385014613 Having attended church with Elena towards the end of her marriage I was excited to support her in purchasing this book and reading her story with an open heart. Courageous That is the one word I d describe Elena to be In addition to beautiful brave kind feminine and a true servant My connection to her has always been unique as we have watched each other rise from the ashes at about the same time frame and watched The Lord bless each other immensely For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord plans to prosper you and not to harm you plans to give you a hope and a future Jeremiah 29 11 9798385014613