The Abuser as a Picture of Satan, Part 2

(You can read Part 1 here.) Satan was created a beautiful, privileged being. ....You were the signet of perfection, full of wisdom and perfect in beauty.  (Ezekiel 28:12  [ESV]) But then a defect was found in him. You were blameless in your ways from the day you were created, till unrighteousness was found in you.… Continue reading The Abuser as a Picture of Satan, Part 2

What Are the Biblical Character Qualities for the Office of Pastor/Elder?

With far too common frequency we receive letters and emails from abuse victims who have been ex-communicated from their churches because they have separated from or divorced their abusers. These victims / survivors have come to see that divorce is indeed permissible for abuse even though their pastors and elders and fellow church members insist… Continue reading What Are the Biblical Character Qualities for the Office of Pastor/Elder?