I recently watched the movie Finding Normal. I wish I could find out more about the people who produced it, particularly in regard to their religious beliefs. The movie puts itself off as Christian and allegedly tells the story of a woman's "redemption" from the evils of materialistic society. The storyline is pretty shallow. A… Continue reading Why “Finding Normal” is Dangerous to Abuse Victims
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Covenant and contract — are they different things?
Is there a difference between a covenant and a contract? Many Christians think there is. In modern parlance there is difference: the word 'covenant' suggests an emotional relationship, whereas the word 'contract' connotes a non-emotional relationship which is entered into solely for material or financial benefits. For us, contracts are legal documents that are drawn up in precise language to carefully… Continue reading Covenant and contract — are they different things?