Solutions December 2017 | Page 65

Sheila Walsh shares one of the most common struggles among Christians. But I’ve found that being honest and open about our struggles is the only way to understand that we are all seen, known and loved by God, no matter how dark our troubles may be. We inflict unresolved brokenness and pain onto others unless we have learned to bring it to Christ. My dad’s brain injury changed his personality. He went from being a loving father to a confused and violent stranger who ultimately took his own life. The last time I looked into my father’s eyes all I saw was hatred. That stayed with me for years. This is the most honest and vulnerable book I've ever written. I almost quit during the process as some of my truths are extremely hard for me to share. Talking about my lifelong struggle with suicidal thoughts was tough, but I believe it's time to shine the brightest light into the darkest corners of the Solutions 65