Keep Your Accusation Radar Up — It Detects Abusers

I have written on this subject before, just last September — but it comes around in my mind once more as 2015 begins. Here is a fact that will serve you well in helping identify and defend against an abuser: Abusers are accusers. A normal, healthy, safe relationship is not characterized by accusations. If someone is… Continue reading Keep Your Accusation Radar Up — It Detects Abusers

Euphemisms for Sin

I am compiling a list of euphemisms for "sin". I'll start with the sin-minimizing terms I've seen in articles or heard from megachurch pulpits recently: Moral failure Mistake Flaw Error Problem Indiscretion Oversight Shortcoming Lest these terms get worn out and overused, I have made a list of synonyms that leaders might want to consider… Continue reading Euphemisms for Sin