Sometimes, people of faith step so far into trying to “check both sides” that we drift away from the heart of God’s justice. We start
Category: Divine Courage
Precious Lord, Take My Hand: Thomas A. Dorsey’s Song of Sorrow and Faith
There are some hymns that do more than soothe the spirit—they become anchors in storms, prayers set to melody, companions in the dark valley of
💛 If I Can’t Forgive or Am Not Ready, Does That Mean I’m Failing My Faith?
Some women have been told since girlhood that forgiveness is the only proof of faith.That good women forget.That holy women move on.That spiritual women never
Spirituality Is The Key To Survival | 1in6| Overcoming Male Assault
When Tony was raped as a small boy, the deep wound might have shuttered his soul and severed his emotional ties to others. But the
The Church Must Stop Excusing Abuse and Start Confronting It
Many Scriptures speak of justice, protection of the vulnerable, refusing to tolerate or cover up wrongdoing, and calling God’s people to act rightly. These verses
Being Slandered Is Not New-It’s Biblical
When an abuse victim gathers the courage to leave, abusers often turn to slander. Lies, distortions, and false accusations become weapons meant to isolate the
The Birth of Gospel — A Chicago Stories Documentary
Gospel as a genre began as a way for Black Americans to pour their souls into music, creating a deep connection between faith, struggle, and
When Faith Becomes a Weapon: Understanding Spiritual Coercion
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention in our conversations about abuse and manipulation. We talk about emotional
Wisdom Does Not Teach Us to Downplay Our Safety
Somewhere along the way, many of us were taught to silence our instincts. To “be nice.” To “trust everyone.” To believe that protecting ourselves was
When Empathy Is Misused
Reflection:There’s a growing message in the world that says we must extend empathy—even to those who openly despise us, speak harm against us, or plan