Thursday Thought — Will the Real Sheep please stand up?
A gem from the GEMS page…
Ever wonder what some churches might look like if we saw them through God’s eyes?
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twbtc ♦ 29th May 2014 ♦ 11 Comments
A gem from the GEMS page…
Ever wonder what some churches might look like if we saw them through God’s eyes?
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The definition of abuse: A pattern of coercive control (ongoing actions or inactions) that proceeds from a mentality of entitlement to power, whereby, through intimidation, manipulation and isolation, the abuser keeps his* target subordinated and under his control. This pattern can be emotional, verbal, psychological, spiritual, sexual, financial, social and physical. Not all these elements need be present, e.g., physical abuse may not be part of it.
The definition of domestic abuser: a family member or dating partner (current or ex) who has a profound mentality of entitlement to the possession of power and control over the one s/he* chooses to mistreat. This mentality of entitlement defines the very essence of the abuser. The abuser believes he is justified in using evil tactics to obtain and maintain that power and control.
* Sometimes the genders are reversed—see our tag for 'male survivors' (tags tab in the top menu).
To say that abusers cannot change removes responsibility for sin. They can change, but the vast majority choose not to, which is what the experts state. When God punishes them, their punishment is just. Abusers have options for treatment and are accountable.
Once the marriage covenant is broken through abuse, the abused partner does not need to stay in the marriage waiting for the abuser to change. The abuser's recovery is a separate issue and his change is his own responsibility, not his wife's. This is the mistake most churches make. These churches have over-sentimentalized marriage and are legalists.
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Reblogged this on Speakingtruthinlove's Blog [Internet Archive link].
I think this is sadly the case in many churches.
Perfect cartoon reflecting the church of our day. Maybe it is time to bring the Gospel preaching missionaries back to America to preach and teach what true repentance looks like, for it has become extinct here in the west.
Ann, I enjoy the Missionary conferences that my church have every year. They remind us of what we have and where we could be. The advantages that we take for granted that others will never experience. Attending these over the last few years has lightened my want list and increased what I give away.
I really like this picture and have sent it to our pastor.
Many in leadership would be offended to have this shown to them OR so blind and arrogant to not see this within their core.
Anon,
I sent it to him a while ago. He is getting used to me giving him things that could promote enlightenment. He hasn’t been offended so far or says he’s not.
Yep.
Brenda R – I’m smiling … you said, “He is getting used to me giving him things that could promote enlightenment.” We need more pastors like this that are ‘at least willing’ to receive or listen to what we are learning instead of just ‘closing the door in our face.’ Good for you; praying you continue to be a bold witness for THE TRUTH 🙂
Anon, I appreciate your prayers.
This could be some pastor’s conferences too!