I would like to share with you a new spiritual abuse support group that my friend, Aaron Hann is starting.
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Job’s Counselors: The Misuse of Spiritual Influence
The book of Job highlights misguided counseling of abuse victims rooted in black-and-white beliefs, instead of comprehensive biblical theology. Remember,buse victims are never at fault for the abuse they experience.
Abuse in the Bible: But Does it Even Use That Word?
The Bible may not include the term "abuse" in every translation, but it uses various words that convey the concept, emphasizing the seriousness and destructive nature of abuse.
Consider It Joy [In Time]! Weeping With Those Who Weep
"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.
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.
Saving a Relationship | Job with an Abuser
Do you want to regain a relationship (reconciliation) with an abuser? Are you seeking to save your job or your marriage? This is a clarion call that the only way a relationship with an abuser will be saved is through his repentance. Hold the line!
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."
Complicity: Going Along to Get Along
What keeps abuse of authority in the workplace and home alive? We should not allow ourselves to be sucked into being part of the oppressive behavior of others.
Not As Things Ought to Be: Grieving Our Loss
I asked her if she was okay. I fully expected her to say, "I am crying in joy. I am so glad it is over." Rather, she said, "It is so sad."