“Envy thou not the oppressor, and choose none of his ways.”— Proverbs 3:31 (KJV) When we were children, some of us sang that old rhyme:
Category: Divine Courage
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
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
Elizabeth Packard: The Woman They Called Incurable Until She Changed the Law
When Elizabeth Packard expressed her differences of opinion with her husband in public, he attempted to destroy her. Elizabeth Packard was not simply a “wronged
Jesus and the Truth About Abuse
“Jesus pursued the vulnerable, protected the little ones, and poured out compassion on the ‘least of these.’ Any dismissal of abuse, any baptizing of evil,
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
💛 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
5 Things Empathy Truly Is
Empathy, when rooted in God’s truth, is a powerful way to reflect His love. It allows us to see others through His eyes—without losing ourselves
The Evidence of Change: Beyond Tears and Performances
Too often, churches and communities pressure women in abusive relationships to forgive quickly, return quietly, and “fix” what was never theirs to repair. They are