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Empowering Survivors: The Pastor’s Role in Responding to Destructive Marriages

Empowering Survivors: The Pastor’s Role in Responding to Destructive Marriages

FromRelationship Truth: Unfiltered


Empowering Survivors: The Pastor’s Role in Responding to Destructive Marriages

FromRelationship Truth: Unfiltered

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Length:
55 minutes
Released:
Jan 15, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

 

Advice for Women in Conservative Churches
Find a trustworthy female within the church to confide in.
Seek someone who embodies godliness and can provide a receptive ear.
Avoid putting the burden of finding the perfect words or expression on victims.



The Role of Humility in Pastors
Pastors must have humility when dealing with abuse cases.
Be aware of the woman's perspective if she is to speak to the elders. Ways to help her feel safe.



Training and Awareness
The growth of awareness and training in seminaries and conservative circles.
Upcoming training opportunities and resources for pastors and church leaders.
Importance of knowing local resources specializing in domestic abuse.



Creating Safety Plans
Encouragement for pastors to receive proper training and create safety plans.
The impact of creating safety plans for victims and changing their perspective.
Encouragement for pastors to embrace the labor of love in opposing evil and upholding good.


Conclusion:
Encouragement for pastors and church leaders to seek training and knowledge in addressing domestic abuse.
The importance of creating a safe and supportive environment within conservative churches.

Additional Resources:
"When Home Hurts: A Guide for Responding Wisely to Domestic Abuse in Your Church," by Greg Wilson and Jeremy Pierre
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Released:
Jan 15, 2024
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Every relationship has its problems. But, too often, those problems become destructive and even dangerous. This happens in Christian marriages, too. And, the church, unfortunately, hasn’t done a great job of dealing with it. Relationship Truth: Unfiltered is a place for people of faith to find real answers when it comes to destructive relationships. Leslie Vernick is the author of seven books, including the best-selling, ”The Emotionally Destructive Marriage.” She has dedicated her life to cutting through the religious confusion and teaching women to be strong, even in the hardest of circumstances.