Tag: James

A Scripture Often Used Against Abuse Victims — “Count it all joy when you meet trials” James 1:2-4

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Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.  (James 1:2-4) Here is a very good comment / observation that we received from… Continue reading A Scripture Often Used Against Abuse Victims — “Count it all joy when you meet trials” James 1:2-4

What Does God’s Wisdom Look Like in Handling Abuse Cases?

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Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. This is not the wisdom that comes down from above, but is earthly,… Continue reading What Does God’s Wisdom Look Like in Handling Abuse Cases?