Renunciation of vengeance, relational reconciliation, and divine forgiveness — those are the three kinds of forgiveness. Christians often conflate (blur, blend, shmoosh together) the three meanings of forgiveness — which causes much harm and confusion to victims of abuse. Post last updated Feb 8, 2026. Take home messages God's forgiveness in its truest and purest… Continue reading Three Kinds of Forgiveness
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An open letter to a well-meaning but ill-advised Christian friend on the subject of my separation
I realize your message was sent in love and with the best of intentions. I'm so sorry you have suffered as well. But you need to understand a few things. Yes, I am changed. I am deeply traumatized. But only through this separation and fighting for myself (and not tip-toeing around a sinful man) have… Continue reading An open letter to a well-meaning but ill-advised Christian friend on the subject of my separation
