"Consider it joy! It will make you stronger." Yes, the Bible tells me so. But it so often seems so callous for someone to remind me of it. Rather, Weep.
Grief
I Loathe My Life: Listening to Victims
Those who are honored to hear an abuse victim's story need to hear Job's story. They need to hear his words . . . and they need to hear his friends' words.
All Abuse Ravages Victims: How Does Emotional Abuse Devastate?
Abuse. Devastates. People. Not just the abuse that involves hitting. But abuse of all forms - emotional and spiritual.
Isolation: You Are Not Alone
It is bad enough when men (and women) do not believe our story of abuse in the home or workplace. But, when you feel that God is not even answering your cries for help. That is isolation.
Gentleness & Believability: Philippians 4
I sat in the plush CEO's office of a Christian mission organization. A friend had known the mission leader since their parents had worked together on the field when they were children. We were happy to join her though a bit suspicious of her reading of the situation. We knew the president as a charming and responsive leader.
Psalm 27: Hope & Healing for the Abused
As I sat down a couple mornings ago to read God's Word and consider His mindfulness of me, I was led to Psalm 27 by a lovely little devotional called, "Jesus Calling."
Neglect in Leadership: Who Will Listen?
After sharing her unbearable stress, Susan was nearly ignored by her church leadership.
My Friend, Sam
When I faced off with my mission's leadership, I needed a friend. Sam was there all along preparing me for the stand I needed to take.
General Revelation: Look, Listen, and Learn
God's communication through His creation can be extraordinarily helpful as we minister to survivors of abuse.
Peace in the New Year
We wish you the Peace of God that surpasses all understanding in this New Year.