Awakening the Evangelical Church to Domestic Abuse
Deuteronomy 21:10-14 is designed to restrain misogyny. It says a man must not demean, mistreat, afflict or brutalise his wife. In the event of divorce, he mustn't exploit her, and he mustn't try to coercively control her; he must let her go wherever she wishes. This post was significantly updated in October and November, 2025.… Continue reading Divorce in Deuteronomy 21 gives dignity and rights to the woman
Approximately 60% of domestic violence victims stay in abusive relationships because they don't want to leave their pet behind. 15% return to violent homes because of fear for their animals. Head trauma is one of the most common non-accidental injuries for pets in domestic violence. Dogs are the most common type of animal to be… Continue reading Animal abuse and domestic violence
