(Proverbs 23:9 ESV) Do not speak in the hearing of a fool, for he will despise the good sense of your words. One of the key truths every pastor must understand if he is to successfully deal with an abuser is simply this: not all sinners are the same. I will elaborate on this point… Continue reading Not all sinners are the same (advice for pastors Part 6, by Ps Jeff Crippen)
Month: July 2012
Dealing with fear while setting boundaries
Many victims find it hard to deal with fears that come up when they think about setting boundaries to distance themselves from their abusers. Here are some thoughts that might help. I've extracted them from an email conversation I had recently with a survivor, so I'm speaking to a survivor in the second person, addressing… Continue reading Dealing with fear while setting boundaries
