<b>Jack Watts'</b> startling personal story of being victimized by religious abuse and then sinking into alcoholism and self-destructive behaviors will resonate strongly with the many thousands of those who have been disenfranchised or even crushed by institutionalized religion. <I>Recovering from Religious Abuse </i>will help these walking wounded discover how to come to terms with their past as they heal from the inside out. <P>Jack speaks to his readers as one who has been there, has felt their pain and bitterness, their desire to get even, their belief that they are worthless.&nbsp;But now he shares a new story of one who has finally found spiritual freedom and a deeply satisfying relationship with the God from whom he had once been alienated.<P>Defining "religious abuse" as the use of spiritual authority to&nbsp;manipulate, harm, or use another person for personal gain, this practical step-by-step recovery manual takes readers on a journey&nbsp;that helps them&nbsp;fully realize the extent of the impact of their religious abuse, and progressively moves them&nbsp;toward healing and recovery. This 91-day plan&nbsp;includes&nbsp;daily readings, prayer, journaling instructions, and scriptures for reflection.