Recently we composed this statement of what we call our "non-negotiables" for abuse ministry. We call them this because they are not points that we are willing to "agree to disagree" with. You might say that this list serves as our philosophy of ministry in this field, and in capsule form states fundamental truths that… Continue reading Non-Negotiables for Effective and Biblical Abuse Ministry
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Thursday Thought — What is Forgiveness?
Another gem from the Gems page.... Forgiveness means turning over to God any supposed right for making the perpetrator pay for his crime or other wrongdoing, releasing us from anger and a vengeful spirit. It does not require trust or the reestablishment of a relationship, which are separate issues. Neither does it absolve a perpetrator… Continue reading Thursday Thought — What is Forgiveness?