Do you not know that your bodies are members of Christ? Shall I then take the members of Christ and make them members of a harlot? Certainly not! -I Corinthians 6:15, NKJV When I explained how a cheater violates the soul of a faithful spouse as soul rape, I had a “Christian” psychologist retort to me: “What’s the … Continue reading “What is the Greek for “soul rape?””
Category: Sin
“For better, for worse, for richer, for poorer” Vows
For we must all stand before Christ to be judged. We will each receive whatever we deserve for the good or evil we have done in this earthly body. -2 Corinthians 5:10, NLT “…for better, for worse…” These are familiar parts of the wedding vows in a Christian wedding ceremony. But do we really believe … Continue reading ““For better, for worse, for richer, for poorer” Vows”
Tullian Tchividjian and his brand of unbiblical “grace”
“If another believer sins, rebuke that person; then if there is repentance, forgive.” -Luke 17:3b, NLT Two former pastors and cheaters recently wrote a post pleading for the church to extend “grace” to morally fallen clergy. These two pastors are speaking from the perspective of fallen pastors themselves. Their names are Tullian Tchividjian–who admitted to an … Continue reading “Tullian Tchividjian and his brand of unbiblical “grace””
“Vengeance is mine,” says God
Dear friends, never take revenge. Leave that to the righteous anger of God. For the Scriptures say,“I will take revenge; I will pay them back,” says the Lord. -Romans 12:19, NLT What allows Christian victims to let go of the injustices they experienced? Is it a denial wrongs happened? No. Is it a minimization of the … Continue reading ““Vengeance is mine,” says God”
Money Power and Cheaters
Teach those who are rich in this world not to be proud and not to trust in their money, which is so unreliable. Their trust should be in God, who richly gives us all we need for our enjoyment. -I Timothy 6:17, NLT Cheaters can be cruel. Money is just one leverage point cheaters use … Continue reading “Money Power and Cheaters”
Choose empathy over pity for the divorced in church!
Divorcee:“I’m divorced.” Christian church-goer:“I’m sorry. That’s too bad.” Sometimes, it is easy to feel like one has a scarlet “D” tattooed to one’s backside. Do I have to justify my divorce to every Christian to whom I reveal my marital status? I know some of us do not struggle with this. Some people seem … Continue reading “Choose empathy over pity for the divorced in church!”
Personal integrity intact…or not
When Peter saw him [John], he asked, “Lord, what about him?” Jesus answered, “If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? You must follow me.” – John 21:21-22, NIV It is understandable. You have been soul raped and your world has been turned upside down by your partner’s selfish, … Continue reading “Personal integrity intact…or not”
“I care for you” but…
The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. -Proverbs 12:18, NIV I care about you BUT not enough… …to end my friendship with the adulterous spouse until she repents. My thoughts: “Sorry, your concern for me sounds skin deep. Scripture is clear that a person who … Continue reading ““I care for you” but…”
Bill Hybels Fiasco and the Power of Image
“Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of the bones of the dead and everything unclean.” -Matthew 23:27, NIV Reverend Bill Hybels and the Power of Image When we talk about cheaters–and I believe … Continue reading “Bill Hybels Fiasco and the Power of Image”
Willow Creek Elders and Lead Pastor Resigns Over Bill Hybels Fiasco
Yet an elder needs to be one who is without blame before others. -I Timothy 3:2a, TPT Last night, an article in Christianity Today outlined that the Willow Creek Church leaders took a big step forward to finally addressing the Bill Hybels situation with godliness. The article is: “Willow Creek Elders and Pastor Heather Larson Resign over … Continue reading “Willow Creek Elders and Lead Pastor Resigns Over Bill Hybels Fiasco”