Have you believed that the bible says women are not to speak and teach in church? A friend of mine recently told me of a sermon on this topic. This friend knows my heart for abuse victims (especially women) in the church, and how misunderstanding the intent of certain...
Story of a Male DV Survivor
Robert Wells, formerly of the Royal Military Police, was emotionally and physically abused by his girlfriend. This is his story.
How to Deal with Depression – Part Two
Last week I gave some ideas for dealing with depression. While my depression is mostly under control, there are times I have a day or two when I feel really low. Once when I was especially depressed, my sweet husband asked me if I was able to receive comfort from the...
Family Courts – Protecting Children?
Sadly, family courts are failing in their mission of protecting at-risk children. Why? What can be done?
Survivor Story – Making Beauty from Ashes
Tia Payne describes her journey with abuse, realizing God loved her more than her marriage, to becoming a DV advocate and founder of Legacy31.
Intention Versus Agenda
When we live life by our agenda, we are often stressed and unhappy, and so are those around us. When we live by intention, we let go of how life is “supposed” to go, and we are all more relaxed.
How Can I Get My Abuser to Change?
While we cannot make another person change, they will sometimes decide on their own to change when their abuse no longer works for them.
Jesus’ Attitude Toward Women – Part 2
Jesus risked censor by teaching women. He also allowed women to be his disciples, giving them the message of his resurrection before his apostles.
Jesus’ Attitude Toward Women
Though Jesus lived in a very patriarchal culture, he went out of his way to show compassion to women, and even lauded their actions over those of male leaders.
Self-Care During Quarantine
Is your anxiety through the roof right now? Here are some tips on lowering your anxiety through self-care during Coronavirus