In re-writing the book, Sanctuary: Hope and Help for Victims of Domestic Abuse, I also shifted chapters. For that reason, this is the previous Chapter 4. It is hard to know how/if this book is for you until terms are defined. Because this is one of the most re-written and added-to chapters, it will require … Continue reading Sanctuary Make-Over Chapter 2, Part 1
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Sanctuary Make-Over Chapter 1
When the book, Sanctuary: Hope and Help for Victims of Domestic Abuse was written, it was written quickly. It's time for a make-over. Chapter 1 additions--these are NOT included in the original book, but will flesh it out and provide a richer context: Each person, male or female, adult or child, rich or poor, influential … Continue reading Sanctuary Make-Over Chapter 1
Waves
As I listen to and interact with women--young and old--who find themselves in impossible situations, feeling powerless and hopeless, there are times I struggle with God's nearness and justice. I won't lie. It is lonely and difficult listening to those who have been sinned against when many of their churches teach that gossip involves speaking … Continue reading Waves
The Power of Guilt
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
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?
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!
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....
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.
It’s Not Anxiety
Woman after woman is accused of--or describes herself as--suffering from anxiety. Making decisions, moving through the day, talking to individuals, caring for children, going to bed. All are riddled with a sense of dread, fear, panic, unease. The words, "If only..." precede every other thought. The Bible speaks to anxiety. Pastors and Bible study leaders … Continue reading It’s Not Anxiety
Go Team!
Isn't the idea of "choosing" the husband or wife in a domestic dispute unbiblical? A friend, pastor, church, or family member should be on both teams, shouldn't they? Loving both. Caring for both. Doing what is best for both. It just feels wrong to have to choose one over the other--how do you make sense … Continue reading Go Team!
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