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. —Joy S. Taylor, Author
Forgive us, Father, for we have sinned against you and the children in our complacency. Open our eyes to truth and our hearts to repentance for the sake of your name and for the future of our families. In our repentance, let this be our cry for your help and redemption. Bring us out of…
Today is a beautiful day, because “How precious is your steadfast love, O God! The children of mankind take refuge in the shadow of your wings.” (Psalm 36:7 ESV) Steadfast #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
The personal injury case against Steve Wingfield and FCCF/Christ First takes a new direction from the chain of continuances since the initial filing on September 21, 2021. It’s been a long time coming, but depositions were ordered by the court on behalf of all parties to the case. The inside story will become court record…
I can’t do it on my own, Lord. Possibilities are not sure by my own hand, in my own process, but with You all things are possible. You make all things work for the greater good and for your glory in your timing and by your strength. You are worthy of honor and praise. I…
Today is a beautiful day, because “Your steadfast love, O LORD, extends to the heavens, your faithfulness to the clouds.” (Psalm 36:5 ESV) Steadfast #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Lord, it’s overwhelming, yet comforting, to understand that I am your dwelling place since I accepted You as Lord and Savior. I have immediate contact through Your Holy Spirit, who teaches me and guides my daily walk. You know my thoughts, my comings and goings, because You are ever-present with me. I stand on Your…
Today is a beautiful day, because “Let your steadfast love, O LORD, be upon us, even as we hope in you.” (Psalm 33:22 ESV) Steadfast #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Oh, Lord, the thought of being in your presence forever captivates my heart and outshines all that surrounds me on this side of glory. Thank you for this promise. Thank you for this hope. Thank you for the peace and assurance I gain from reading it. You are my Hope and my Redeemer. I pray…
Today is a beautiful day, because “Behold, the eye of the Lord is on those who fear him, on those who hope in his steadfast love, that he may deliver their soul from death and keep them alive in famine.” (Psalm 33: 18-19 ESV) Steadfast #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Thank You, Lord, for those around me who recognize You and your mighty deeds. We come together in praise for your goodness, giving you honor and reverence. You are worthy of it all. Great are You, Lord! I bring my prayer to your mercy seat this time to speak of my love in response to…
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