I love what I’m learning in my recent Bible Study, 40 Days Deeper: Perspective written by my friend, Caroline Collie. She encourages scripture memorization and calls verses ANCHOR verses. (Scriptures we can hold on to BEFORE a storm hits.) We need to always BE PREPARED, …
Read MoreWalk by Faith: Not Fear
If we truly believe our situation is in God’s capable hands, here is no need to stress or worry over the future. Jesus sees mistreatment. He knows our sorrows. He’s aware of concerns for tomorrow. He STILL and ALWAYS loves us. Focus on this—leave the …
Read MoreA Time for every Season
In Ecclesiastes, God’s Word tells us there is a time for everything. What time is it for you? Whatever it may be, sit with it for awhile. Are you crying? Numb? Healing? Grieving? Desperate? Recovering? Relieved? Restored? Let it happen. Dig deeper, accept the season …
Read MoreRecognizing Abuse: The First Step
Does God hate divorce? I believe it’s because he hates the abuse which leads to divorce. Surely he is grieved by both, but make no mistake: An abusive marriage does not honor God, nor does staying in an abusive marriage. In the groups I facilitate, …
Read MoreDoubting God’s Love?
Doubting God’s love? Not all women experiencing betrayal question God’s love for them, but some do. When I was in the thick of it, I admit I did, too. Reading the familiar story of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, I had to wonder what was going …
Read MoreHeard of Red Flags? What About Green Ones?
This diagram, courtesy of Abuse No More, is a breath of fresh air. There are people who are doing life right and they are to be applauded. Thank you to those who incorporate green flags during recovery! You are a blessing!
Read MoreWaiting is Doing
How is God calling your “doing” to reflect your “being”? I know it’s biblical to wait on the Lord, but certainly it means more than just being patient. I don’t think it includes being stressed out, tired, overworked, or strained to a breaking point, either. …
Read MorePonder the Power
I heard a good word from my pastor, Max, which is a perfect way to start a new year! “Shift your focus away from your challenges. Ponder the power of the Almighty God.” I want to remember this EVERY day because every day has its …
Read MoreSteadfast in 2022
I chose a word of encouragement for 2022: steadfast. I found two passages—both of them perfect to align my thoughts with God’s. “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your …
Read MoreALL ABOUT CHOICES
Photo courtesy of Jon Tyson, upsplash IT’S ALL ABOUT CHOICES. A wise phrase repeated by a highschool teacher I know. As women affected by betrayal trauma, we know the danger of poor choices. The book of Nahum speaks of God’s anger against Nineveh, the capital …
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