The capacity of the human mind to deal with trauma is extraordinary and brilliant. God has built into us the ability to escape (even if temporary) when pain or trauma has become too much for us to bear. You may be surprised to know that not all dissociation is because of a severe trauma. Have you ever been driving and listening to the radio to realize you don’t even remember how you got to your destination? Well, you likely dissociated in the form of checking out. Don’t worry; you aren’t crazy or alone, as it is very common. The degrees of dissociation and the impact it has on one's life can vary greatly.
Bonnie’s desire to empathize with Kristy and gain insight into the struggle she was having prompted a prayer that led to insights they never could have fathomed. Although the ways God used to teach her and ultimately Kristy were unorthodox (crazy), he was present and in control of the experience.
Song referenced:
“New Wine” by Hillsong Worship
But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
2 Corinthians 12:9
Search me, O God, and know my heart;
test me and know my thoughts,
See if there is any offensive way in me,
and lead me in the way everlasting.
Psalm 139:23-24
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