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.

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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.

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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.

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Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20180110

January 10, 2018
By Joy Taylor

Today is a beautiful day, because “The Lord watches over the sojourners; he upholds the widow and the fatherless, but the way of the wicked he brings to ruin.” (Psalm 146: 9 ESV) Attributes of God #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

January 9, 2018
By Joy Taylor

So, Lord, we take down the decorations, the lights, the trees, the glittering ribbons and even the nativity scenes on our mantles, because the Christmas season ends and life goes on. Let the message linger in the hearts of those who don’t know you. Let the songs, messages, well wishes and warmth of the holidays…

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Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20180109

January 9, 2018
By Joy Taylor

Today is a beautiful day, because “The Lord sets the prisoners free; the Lord opens the eyes of the blind. The Lord lifts up those who are bowed down; the Lord loves the righteous.” (Psalm 146: 8 ESV) The psalmist transports us back to Isaiah’s writings. Attributes of God #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20180108

January 8, 2018
By Joy Taylor

Today is a beautiful day, because God is the one “who keeps faith forever; who executes justice for the oppressed, who gives food to the hungry.” (Psalm 146: 6b-7 ESV) Attributes of God #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

January 8, 2018
By Joy Taylor

Abba Father, and God Most High, thank you for the encouragement of Psalm 37. David writes that you won’t forsake your saints. If we commit our ways to you, you will act. We needn’t waste time fretting about the wicked, because you take them in hand. The righteous content themselves with whatever you provide, and…

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Prayer for Today

January 7, 2018
By Joy Taylor

Heavenly Father, there is no other God like you who goes out for the salvation for those who love you and seek you. Gather your children and add to your household. Bring new faces into our midst to hear of your great works. Fill the space around us with those who need to hear your…

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Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20180107

January 7, 2018
By Joy Taylor

Today is a beautiful day, because we can know a God “who made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them…” (Psalm 146: 6a,b ESV) Attributes of God #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

January 6, 2018
By Joy Taylor

Almighty God, you are the author of the greatest book in history, the Bible. You speak directly to me through the words written there by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit and the obedience of the writers. Thank you for the Psalms of King David. He thanks you as the king. I thank you as…

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Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20180106

January 6, 2018
By Joy Taylor

Today is a beautiful day, because “The Lord has established his throne in the heavens, and his kingdom rules over all.” (Psalm 103: 19 ESV) Attributes of God #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

January 5, 2018
By Joy Taylor

Jesus, Lord, Jeshuah, you are the Anointed One, the only Son of God. I continue to pray that you make yourself known to those who don’t know you. Reveal yourself in visions and dreams, even through thoughts and messages. Speak into the hearts of the lost who need you, Lord. Holy Spirit work in their…

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