Getting older provides me a freedom--freedom from the expectations of myself and others. In fact, as I was traveling this last week I found myself making choices based on personal preferences instead of obligation. There was no sin in those personal decisions, but there was newfound freedom. Perhaps you, like me, find yourself asking, "What … Continue reading The Power of Guilt
Author: Sydney Millage
When Trusting the Lord Isn’t
Trust is one of many biblical principles that, misused, puts individuals in harm's way and severely limits their God-given ability. How could trusting God be wrong?
Unbiblical Stereotypes vs Truth
Do you ever wonder why some people think the way they do? If you are in an unbiblical church setting (oxymoron), a church that has "high standards" and manages people with other people's expectations, you might find the following interesting. If you are in a biblical church and you just don't get it--where did those oppressive ideas come from?--the following may help you as well.
Fear
I was asked about fear recently. The Bible says do not fear, but certain people and situations are fearful. Many church leaders and biblical counselors say fear is sinful and we should never be afraid. This is when I say, "Show me the money."
Be the Change!
If you or someone you know benefits from Seeking Sanctuary or Sydney Millage's ministry, please consider promoting Clarity in Action Ministries. Clarity in Action Ministries is a NEW nonprofit organization that values and cares for victims of domestic abuse by providing resources to equip the local church in a Christ-honoring way. We are concerned with … Continue reading Be the Change!
An Ounce of Prevention
Some might say, "Be God's kind of woman and it won't happen to you" or otherwise infer that a woman is responsible for the words and behavior of her spouse. This is what I've learned (and what the Bible says):
Faulty Theology
We must see marriage as a privilege instead of an entitlement. Marriage is not a rite of passage. It does not make anyone (man or woman) more valuable, more important, more wise, more capable, more....
The Importance of Crying Out
Cry out. God hears. God sees. He remembers you. He sees your affliction (even if you don't know what to call it). He will deliver you. Don't rely on yourself or others. Ask Him for help...
Sin is more Than a Problem to Solve
It's easy to take an item to the Jesus-counter, confess, ask forgiveness, then walk out the door with pockets, nooks, and crannies loaded with unconfessed sin. Sin kills relationships. Sin is more than a problem to be solved.
Stress is Not Sinful
Those on the outside can not, do not, know or understand the weight in an oppressive home during the holidays. However, we often say stress is wrong and sinful in our self-righteousness and humility-wrapped pride.
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