Overview
A gentle, wise guide for everyone deconstructing their beliefs and struggling with the role of faith in their life As a ""good Christian,"" Karla Kamstra attended church every Sunday, listened to the pastor, and committed to functions and activities. But no amount of participation could shake her growing sense of spiritual unrest. As time went on, she realized that she was doing Christianity on autopilot-going through the motions, but spiritually checked out. She finally understood that the rules of the church were keeping God inside a too-small box, and it was time to let ""Him"" out. And so Karla embarked upon her sacred journey of deconstruction: healing her religious trauma and reclaiming her spirituality. Now, Rev Karla shares her journey in this wise, gentle guide to help anyone struggling with the role of faith in their lives. Readers are called to demolish the oppressive, patriarchal structure upon which their faith has been built, repair what experiences with dysfunctional and destructive religion may have done to them, and restore their hearts and souls. DECONSTRUCTING will lead readers from silent obedience to sacred empowerment, from religious dogma to spiritual freedom, from toxic theology to authentic faith. For anyone chafing against the confines of church doctrine-it's time to release God from the rules.
Full Product Details
Author: Karla Kamstra
Publisher: St Martin's Press
Imprint: St Martin's Press
Dimensions:
Width: 15.60cm
, Height: 1.60cm
, Length: 23.50cm
Weight: 0.300kg
ISBN: 9781250292759
ISBN 10: 1250292751
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 18 November 2024
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming
Availability: Not yet available
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Reviews
"""Rev. Karla is the pastor that I always dreamed existed as I was growing up as a young queer Christian who was curious about my faith and my identity. In Deconstructing, Rev. Karla shares her own journey towards a more expansive and inclusive faith, as she gently guides us on a journey away from narrow religion towards a spirituality that can truly work for each one of us. This book is an essential guide for anyone standing on the edge of their religion, wondering if there is a better way laying just beyond the boundaries of their faith. Rev. Karla is the perfect guide to lead us through the journey of deconstructing toxic religion and constructing a life-giving faith."" - Rev. Brandan Robertson, TikTok Pastor and Author of Dry Bones and Holy Wars: A Call for Social and Spiritual Renewal"
Author Information
As an ordained interfaith minister and much sought-after spiritual mentor, Rev Karla shines a light on the path for those struggling with religious trauma or those questioning their religious heritage, offering a way to reclaim authentic spirituality. With a massive following across social media and an innate gift to connect deeply, Rev Karla's content is a call for all seeking clarity beyond religious confines.
