Worthy of Rescue - Pursued by God is a transformative journey that challenges the prevailing negative narratives we often internalize about ourselves or that have been spoken over us. The book encourages readers to rise above the voices that dictate worthlessness and invisibility, presenting a compelling argument that every individual is made in the image of God, unique and unparalleled.
The first section, Voices, shows our identity is a tapestry woven from numerous voices that surround us, family, friends, the media, and authoritative figures. These voices direct us either toward a virtuous moral path or down a false trajectory of survival, often spiraling out of control, until we find ourselves unrecognizable. Voices have shaped our awareness, creating a self that is partially built upon dreams, yet often obscured by the facade we present to the world. This is not the entire truth of who we are created to be.
The second section, Wilderness, depicts the impact of childhood voices, known as the wilderness years, marked by self-destructive patterns as individuals distance themselves from God. The narrative delves into wounds, echoes of pain, and a shielded journey, revealing a glimmer of hope symbolizing divine protection amid darkness.
In the culminating third section, Rescue, vividly depicts individuals as rescued by Christ, undergoing a transformative journey of overcoming sin and embracing Christ's righteousness. It emphasizes that the harmful effects of abuse and distorted self-perception fade when one embraces the truth of being created in the image of God. The narrative underscores the importance of understanding one's divine purpose in Christ, highlighting the ultimate goal of eternity with God as the pinnacle of mankind's rescue.
The chapter titles guide readers through this transformative journey:
1. Voices
• Silent Shackles
• Whispered Bonds
• Echoing Chains
• Contemptuous Voices
• Obscured Voices
2. Wilderness
• Wilderness Wounds
• Desert Cries
• Echoes of Pain
• Shielded Journey
• Dark Night of the Soul
3. Rescue
• Made in His Image
• Redemption Road
• Pursued by God
• Tapestry Unveiled
• Shadow of Death
• New Creation
• Whole Matter
Worthy of Rescue ultimately delivers a message of hope, urging readers to embrace their unique identity, recognize their worth, and find redemption through the pursuit of God. It is a guide to breaking free from the chains of self-doubt and emerging into the fullness of one's created purpose.
