Deception and Abuse: The Lure and Hook of the Lie — taken from Anna Salter

(John 8:31-32  ESV)  So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed in him, "If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." In discussing whether it is really true that most abusers / predators are victims of past abuse… Continue reading Deception and Abuse: The Lure and Hook of the Lie — taken from Anna Salter

Vengeance and vindication: what is the difference?

When my first marriage ended for the final time, I was heavily judged by people close to me who misread the situation and saw me as the one at fault. After I emerged from the crisis-management stage, I had a sense that there was a deep, gut-wrenching cry in my belly. That cry sat in… Continue reading Vengeance and vindication: what is the difference?