While I can’t imagine losing everything in a tornado, I am reminded of the storm that hit my life over seven years ago. My perfect life as pastor’s wife and mother was hit by an EF-5 known as adultery and divorce.
Tag: divorce
Divorced…To God’s Glory
My divorce was not the end of my life. Instead, God has used it for His glory!
He’s Not the Man I Married
But Saul wasn’t always the angry and vengeful king we remember. Saul had a calling on his life. He was hand-picked by God, anointed by Samuel to be the first king of Israel. Scripture states clearly that God gave Saul a new heart and the Spirit of God came upon him powerfully. What caused the downward spiral?
Why Did I Stay? Part 2
The next time you hear about an abusive relationship and wonder why anyone would stay, think about me. Leaving isn't as easy as one might think.
Why Did I Stay? Part 1
My husband and I were talking last night about my previous marriage, about some of the things my kids and I had endured. He asked me one simple question: “Why did you stay so long?”
Signs Your Spouse Might be a Porn Addict
Porn is of epidemic proportions these days. With the easy availability, more people than ever are addicted. Sadly, it’s no longer just a man’s issue.
enough
What happens when a wife faithfully submits to her husband, even if he is ridiculing, demeaning, or sexually abusing her?
The Myth Continues: Blaming the Victim
Focus on the Family perpetuated the myth that the victim is at fault when a spouse strays. We must stop this lie!
True Stories of Church Abuse
I’m not sure where the church got this idea that a woman (or man) must stay in an abusive marriage. I don’t know how scripture can be so twisted and manipulated
How the Church Contributes to the Pain of Divorce
The tears welled up as the dagger was stuck into my heart and twisted so deeply. The stereotypical comment was more than my bleeding heart could handle. In that moment, I contemplated never stepping foot in a church again.
