Self-mutilation is a person's (often female) means of dealing with deep, complex emotional turmoil in which the individual is compelled to disfigure his/her body. It is a horrifying cycle that seems unbreakable. This booklet points those in such pain to the sufferings and finished work of Jesus Christ on the Cross as their means of hope, security, and healing.

The Gospel for Real Life Counselling booklets are written by experienced counsellors to aid people in understanding how to let God's Word speak to them. They are called the Gospel for Real Life as they show how God's word has a lasting impact and relevance in everyday situations.

Lelek provides examples of Jesus' perfect responses in the face of fear, betrayal, and abuse - captured in Jesus' willingness to give his own body and blood for the sake of the believer therefore rescuing the "cutter" from trusting in his/her own body/blood for healing - is full of practical application.