It’s difficult being on the receiving end of betrayal, but have you ever thought Jesus is wanting to draw you closer to Him—to trust Him more? Beauty from ashes. Refined by fire. Blessings in disguise. Experiencing betrayal is never, ever what we wanted. A dissolved …
Read MoreVindication
Women experiencing trauma from betrayal can relate to David in Psalm 26:1 where he asks for vindication. David walked in integrity and trusted the Lord without wavering. He asked for God to try him, to test his heart and mind. In verse four he goes …
Read MoreRemember the Victories
Quite often on our healing journeys, we fail to remember the little victories along the way. The signs of proof commemorating how far we’ve actually come. For years I’ve had a sixth sense near the anniversary date of my discovery day—the day I thought my …
Read MoreYAHWEH Breathing
Deep breathing helps ground us when we feel anxious or triggered. Reciting scripture verses that calm and encourage (while breathing deeply) helps calm me. Recently, in The Breathing Room with Elizabeth Maxon (on my weekly zoom), we viewed a Richard Rohr video on YAHWEH, …
Read MoreFeeling Judged?
Perhaps you’ve told someone your story, but they didn’t leave space for you—making their own assumptions or being judgmental. After an experience like this, the next time it happens and someone asks how you’re doing, instead of being vulnerable, perhaps you may say, “I’m fine, …
Read MoreHow Do We Respond?
How do we respond? When betrayal occurs, we have a right to feel however we do—including anger. An injustice has happened, turning our world upside-down. Our right to our feelings is important, but so is our response. Although we may feel indescribable anger, throwing plates …
Read MoreNo Energy?
It’s easy to feel defeated. Let down by people you love. Recovery from betrayal is hard—just know it doesn’t go unnoticed. “O Lord, all my longing is before you; my sighing is not hidden from you.” Psalm 38:9 ESV God is watching 24/7. He doesn’t …
Read MoreThe Ultimate Valentine
A valentine we all need— If you know my story, you can believe I get a lot of questions such as, “Well what about this person? They’ve been this way since childhood. They have always struggled.” So here’s a word on sexual sin. And yes, …
Read MoreBeen Ghosted?
Ever been ghosted? Familiar with the term? It’s an abuse tactic. I’ve encountered many women who have been ghosted. It’s when someone in a relationship with you disappears without warning. They go silent. They may physically leave, eventually come back, or not. Sometimes it happens …
Read MoreTime for Reflection
We need time to rest and reflect but as necessary as this is, we can end up feeling guilty for not being “productive“. “The man who makes me his refuge will inherit the land and possess my holy mountain.” Isaiah 57:13b During the month of …
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