Manipulation. Gaslighting. Deception. As women who experience trauma from betrayal, we are familiar with these words. We want to have hope and trust things will get better, but we often feel alone in our battles. Many believe lies are relatively harmless, but not God. He …
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Gaslighting
Ever heard of gaslighting? The term comes from a 1944 Hollywood movie. “Gaslighting is a tactic in which a person or entity, in order to gain more power, makes a victim question their reality. It works much better than you may think. Anyone is susceptible to …
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Pray for Truth and Wisdom
It’s June. I feel sad and heartbroken. Weary and heavy laden. I’ve been silent- can’t find words. You, too? I grieve with those affected by the pandemic. I mourn for my friends of color and community. I’m saddened by the disillusionment at gay pride gatherings. Yet, …
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If I’m truly claiming to be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:9) or clothed in strength and dignity (Proverbs 31:25) yet remain silent, I’m contradicting myself. If I am to obey God’s call on my life, then I need to follow the Holy Spirit’s promptings…
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