4 And he would not for a while: but afterward he said within himself, “Though I fear not God, nor regard man; 5 Yet because this widow troubleth me, I will avenge her, lest by her continual coming she weary me.” -Luke 18:4-5, KJV A while back, I remember a mentor, Pastor Gary Gilbertson, teaching on this … Continue reading “Being Wanted…”
Category: Encouragement
Divorce Minister Blog turns 5 years old today!
Five years and still going! This blog almost was killed several times in its short existence from outside threats. However, I have kept it going by God’s grace. God has used this blog to touch nearly 260,000 individual lives across the globe (198 countries/territories)! I really am amazed by what God has done with this … Continue reading “Divorce Minister Blog turns 5 years old today!”
The Joy of Independence
Dealing with an (unwanted) divorce can leave one focusing on losses… …yet there are gains as well. On this July 4th, I want to highlight the gains of independence. I remember enjoying that independence after divorce. It was a truly nice gift. Enjoying our independence following a divorce from a cheater is an important step … Continue reading “The Joy of Independence”
Testimonies of blessed lives post-divorce
The Lord blessed the latter part of Job’s life more than the former part. -Job 42:12, NIV The Church needs to hear stories from divorced faithful spouses who went on to live fulfilling lives after the ending of their marriages. These testimonies are needed for faithful spouses who are trapped in fear. The fear of the spiritually … Continue reading “Testimonies of blessed lives post-divorce”
An adultery victim AND so much more!
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. -2 Timothy 1:7, KJV While adultery victims are not less than victims of their cheaters, they are also more. They are FAITHFUL SPOUSES! SURVIVORS. Just because we have been cheated upon does not mean … Continue reading “An adultery victim AND so much more!”
Happy Father’s Day, Faithful Dads!
7 For your shame ye shall have double; and for confusion they shall rejoice in their portion: therefore in their land they shall possess the double: everlasting joy shall be unto them. -Isaiah 61:7, KJV Our society occasionally acknowledges the difficulty for mothers on Mother’s Day. Sadly, we don’t do as good a job acknowledging the … Continue reading “Happy Father’s Day, Faithful Dads!”
DM channeling comfort
3 Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; 4 Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God. -2 Corinthians 1:3-4, KJV … Continue reading “DM channeling comfort”
A song to encourage
Now if we be dead with Christ, we believe that we shall also live with him…. -Romans 6:8, KJV We know that Jesus is the embodiment of God’s love for you and me. It is through His sacrificial love on the Cross that we are set free from slavery to fear, performance, and perfectionism. He … Continue reading “A song to encourage”
Surreal and temporary
The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever. -I John 2:17, NIV The other day I was back in my home town. It was surreal driving through the streets where I grew up. Seeing buildings where only trees or fields existed created a surreal sensation in me. The crazy … Continue reading “Surreal and temporary”
You are wanted.
Even before he made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in his eyes. -Ephesians 1:4, NLT When going through a divorce–especially against one’s will and/or with infidelity involved–the lies of rejection and shame are almost tangible. This is a time to hone in on the … Continue reading “You are wanted.”