Psalm 36 in two versions

Sometimes it's helpful to compare different translations of the Bible. Here are two versions of Psalm 36. We'd like to hear your responses.  Left justified text is the ESV; centered text is the Contemporary English Version. 1 Transgression speaks to the wicked deep in his heart; there is no fear of God before his eyes. Sinners don’t… Continue reading Psalm 36 in two versions

Trying to get revenge on an abuser is like trying to teach a fish to climb a tree

I used to lay awake at night thinking of ways to make X suffer; to punish him for his abuse. I talked about this a bit in the I left him because I loved him post. How could I make him know how much he'd hurt me? How could I get revenge? I didn't want to… Continue reading Trying to get revenge on an abuser is like trying to teach a fish to climb a tree