Before you kiss the frog, let’s talk. Let’s talk about choices that make your future healthier. Walk with me through a biblically based decision tree and not rely on aroused feelings and sensations that can lead us astray.
Come along with me through discussion of characteristics of churches and pastors that tend to operate this way under the threat of misconduct exposure. Let’s look at common techniques of leadership during the cover-up process.
This is the true story of a church in America's Bible Belt, the First Christian Church in Florissant, Missouri--a church with a meager beginning and record of steady growth for forty-nine years until the weight of sexual abuse charges against a youth minister left it, and its congregation, broken. This is a case history and analysis of those events. This is for the victims.
Father God, turn my attention to you. I want to open my ears to hear and my eyes to see your words. I desire to hold them in my heart. They are life and healing to my flesh. Help me to protect my heart with vigilance, to turn from crooked speech and devious talk. Let…
Today is a beautiful day, because God is the source of wisdom, “Thus King Solomon excelled all the kings of the earth in riches and in wisdom. And the whole earth sought the presence of Solomon to hear his wisdom, which God had put into his mind.” (1 Kings 10:23-24 ESV) Wisdom #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Abba Father, Righteous and Victorious One, who is like you? Your wisdom and discernment are life for my soul. They adorn my neck like pearls. I walk my way securely and my feet don’t stumble because of them. I am not afraid when I lie down. My sleep comes quickly and sweetly. I will not…
Everlasting Creator, there is no one like you. The earth and heavens owe their beauty to your wisdom, understanding and knowledge. Grant us wisdom and discernment as far as our minds can traverse them, Father. Wisdom’s value exceeds that of silver and gold. Even jewels cannot compare to its great worth. We are blessed to…
Almighty and loving Father, I remember your teaching. Grant me peace and length of life. Your steadfast love and faithfulness are written on the tablet of my heart. I long to find favor and success in your sight. My own understanding fails me. I acknowledge you in all my ways. Make them straight, Beloved Father….
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Holy God, I value your commandments. My ear listens for wisdom, and I incline my heart toward understanding. I seek knowing the reverence of you like I would hidden treasure. I find wisdom, knowledge and understanding in you, Father. You are a shield that allows me to walk the paths of integrity and justice. Your…
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