Have you ever heard the phrase, “A Delay Is Not a Denial”? I know I have—and I’ve even said it to others. But what does it really mean? The first time this phrase truly resonated with me was during seminary, while working on my Master of Divinity. My pastor, who was also my Field Education mentor, said it during one of our heart-to-heart conversations. If you’re unfamiliar with Field Education, it’s a required course where seminarians serve alongside a pastor in a congregatio

When someone sins against you, your knee-jerk reaction is to seek revenge; however, when someone comes to you genuinely repentant and seeking your forgiveness, what do you do? Typically how this goes is that they first confess to God because they recognize they have sinned. And then they ask God for forgiveness which He will give because He is a loving and sovereign God. Some individuals will even take it a step further and seek your forgiveness and try to make things right.

Although there are many variations in the naming convention – Domestic Violence, Intimate Partner Violence, Domestic Abuse, and several textbook definitions – advocates such as myself understand that domestic violence is all about obtaining and maintaining power and control over another. It is simple as that yet complex in and of itself. Domestic violence is about Power and Control. That IS a FACT. It was NEVER about you! Or your fault. It was not about the dress you had on,

I want to start by acknowledging your incredible strength and resilience in surviving through the challenges you have faced. It takes immense courage to confront and overcome fear, especially when it comes from the trauma of abuse. I want you to know that you are not alone in this journey, and there is support available to help you face your fear head-on. The first step in facing your fear is admitting that what you have experienced is real and valid. It is not your fault, a

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Domestic abuse is a harrowing reality that affects countless individuals around the world. If you find yourself trapped in an abusive relationship, it is important to remember that you are not alone. In this blog, we will explore ways to find the strength to break free from the cycle of abuse, provide resources for support, and offer words of encouragement to empower you on your journey towards a brighter future. You Are Not Alone: First and