A Scripture Often Used Against Abuse Victims — “Count it all joy when you meet trials” James 1:2-4

Jeff Crippen39 Comments

Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.  (James 1:2-4) Here is a very good comment / observation that we received from… Continue reading A Scripture Often Used Against Abuse Victims — “Count it all joy when you meet trials” James 1:2-4

Helping an Abuse Victim without being Duped by the Abuser

Barbara Roberts25 Comments

If a friend or member of your congregation tells you of the abusive relationship she is enduring, one of the most validating things you can do is to believe her.  The validation of being believed empowers the victim and may help her to understand even more clearly the abusive relationship she is in — especially if the… Continue reading Helping an Abuse Victim without being Duped by the Abuser