Awakening the Evangelical Church to Domestic Abuse
Most abusers do not practice their abusive behaviors all the time. There may be periods in which their behavior is fairly normal and they show love and affection for their spouse and family. Most victims will testify that their abuse was continual (recurring) but not continuous (uninterrupted). Many, but not all, victims have been… Continue reading Thursday Thought — The Dynamic Cycle of Abuse
Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart.... (Matthew 11:28-9 KJV) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQzE_GBo86g In the Bible, the word we translate as meekness — praǘtēs — does not connote weakness. Nor does it convey a submissiveness that is easily… Continue reading Meek does not mean weak, but a special strength that does not pay back evil for evil.
