The Abuse Victim as the Poor Man

(James 2:1-4  ESV)  (1) My brothers, show no partiality as you hold the faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory.  (2) For if a man wearing a gold ring and fine clothing comes into your assembly, and a poor man in shabby clothing also comes in,  (3) and if you pay attention… Continue reading The Abuse Victim as the Poor Man

The Fallacy of “Don’t Take Candy From a Stranger”

(Act 20:29-30  ESV)  I know that after my departure fierce wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock;  (30) and from among your own selves will arise men speaking twisted things, to draw away the disciples after them. I am reading Carla Van Dam's great book The Socially Skilled Child Molester [Affiliate link], (you… Continue reading The Fallacy of “Don’t Take Candy From a Stranger”