The Heart of True Religion

"You know, we [abuse victims] make people that are having a wonderful, "no worries"  life, uncomfortable." (Teresa, abuse survivor.) (James 1:27  ESVUK)  Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world. For some reason, the Apostle… Continue reading The Heart of True Religion

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