Reformed Anthropology

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Victim Blaming and Negative Stereotypes

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“Social psychology research on attitudes toward sexual assault has demonstrated that individuals in our society hold many prejudices about and negative views of sexual assault victims. Thus, victims often suffer not only from the trauma of the assault itself but also from the effects of these negative stereotypes. The result is that victims feel socially […]

Violence Against Women Is A Men’s Issue

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Jackson Katz gave a TED talk on the issue of violence against women. Domestic violence and sexual abuse are often called “women’s issues.” But in his talk, Jackson points out that these are intrinsically men’s issues — and shows how these violent behaviors are tied to definitions of manhood. It’s a call for everybody — […]

The Dark Reality of Domestic Abuse

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An infographic based on the book by Justin and Lindsey Holcomb, "Is it My Fault?"

Does the Bible Say Women Should Suffer Abuse and Violence?

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Tragically, at least one in four women experiences abuse from her partner at some point in her adult life. And tragically, that rate is no different in Christian homes.

Are You Prepared to Minister to Those Suffering Domestic Violence?

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One in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime. Nearly three out of four of Americans personally know someone who is or has been a victim of domestic violence.

Why Not Leave Him?

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Questioning the victim takes focus away from the real problem: the abuse.

How Pastors Can Best Help Victims of Domestic Abuse

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“At least one in four women is a victim of domestic abuse in her lifetime. And research shows that Christian women stay far longer in abusive situations and in more severe abuse than their non-Christian counterparts. My wife, Lindsey, served as a case manager at a domestic violence shelter, and together we provide crisis intervention […]

The Church and Women at Risk

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The Christian church has, at its best, been known for exemplary love and sacrificial service to “the least of these”—the poor, oppressed, and marginalized. Such service has provided a powerful witness for the gospel.

A Letter to Parents About Protecting Children from Sexual Abuse

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Because private parts are private, there can be lots of questions, curiosity, or shame regarding them. For their protection, children need to know about private parts and understand that God made their body and made it special...

Protecting the Vulnerable

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“Travis Wussow, VP for Public Policy and General Counsel at the ERLC, moderates a panel with Samantha Kilpatrick, attorney and victim advisor, Carol Hogue, abuse prevention advocate, Kimberlee Norris, partner at Love & Norris, and Palmer Williams, founding partner of the Peacefield Group, at the 2019 Caring Well Conference about protecting the vulnerable and understanding […]
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Athanasian Creed

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