Over the years, I have read many books, some dealing directly with what one experiences in an unhealthy church or cult, while others covered the emotional aspect, and yet others discussed the problems of legalism and the need to move in God's grace. The mention of the books on these pages does not mean I am in complete agreement with them. The ones with reviews are ones I have personally read or partially read. The others have only come to my attention and I cannot comment on their content. Some are written from a secular viewpoint, while most are from a Christian perspective.

One of the harder aspects of leaving an unhealthy church, depending on how long you attended and how much you absorbed, is trying to sort out what is their doctrine and what is God's doctrine. You also learn that some issues are not dealt with specifically in the Bible and need to be searched out by each Christian in studying biblical principles, praying, and listening to and following the leading of the Holy Spirit- something legalism does not allow. Though taught to search the Scriptures at first, something seems to happen along the way in these churches. After awhile some tend to read only their church pamphlets, brochures, and literature, not always doing the independent studies that should go with them. Then, if what they were reading sounded like it was correct and if their church organization, or someone in it, backed the teaching they felt it must be right and accepted it.

I have separated the books into different categories, with a different page for each. Some books may no longer be in print and may only be available from individuals selling used copies.

Books on spiritual abuse, cults and legalism

Books on outward standards

Books on church groups and cults

Books that refute Oneness Pentecostal beliefs

Fiction Books

Secular Books

Books on grace and faith

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