If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him! -Matthew 7:11, NIV Do we believe we must convince God to get Him to be angry at our cheater-abuser? I think so. In … Continue reading “ANGRIER THAN GOD YOUR GOOD FATHER?!”
Author: Divorce Minister
Sometimes we God to remind us how He sees us…a song…
The Lord thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing. -Zephaniah 3:17, KJV Sometimes we need to be reminded God has already passed the verdict: He picked YOU and loves YOU! Here’s a … Continue reading “Sometimes we God to remind us how He sees us…a song…”
No forgiveness or salvation without repentance per Jesus
“4 Or those eighteen, upon whom the tower in Siloam fell, and slew them, think ye that they were sinners above all men that dwelt in Jerusalem? 5 I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.” -Luke 13:4-5, KJV Repentance is clearly assumed as necessary before forgiveness and salvation according to Jesus’ … Continue reading “No forgiveness or salvation without repentance per Jesus”
Soul Rape is a thing!
Do you not know that your bodies are members of Christ himself? Shall I then take the members of Christ and unite them with a prostitute? Never! Do you not know that he who unites himself with a prostitute is one with her in body? For it is said, “The two will become one flesh.” -I Corinthians … Continue reading “Soul Rape is a thing!”
Beware of Nostalgic Cheaters Around the Holidays
Beware of cheaters trying to suck you into some quality holiday family image management! As Christians, I think we are especially susceptible to fake remorse around the holidays. We want to avoid the pain of divorce and separation during this especially hard time. So, we might settle for less than what is good for us. … Continue reading “Beware of Nostalgic Cheaters Around the Holidays”
Happy Thanksgiving, DM Readers!
Happy Thanksgiving Day to my readers in the USA! Surviving infidelity is tough stuff. We endure many losses. It is a hard and difficult season. However, this is a day when we celebrate what we DO have! We exercise the spiritual discipline of gratitude. It is a “discipline” as we have to work at it … Continue reading “Happy Thanksgiving, DM Readers!”
Why “Pastor David” and not just “David?”
So often, the traumas from discovering an unfaithful spouse are exasperated by a clueless or manipulative pastor. I entitled this website “Divorce Minister” as I hope my words will stand in healing contrast to those ministers who have wounded with their words. My hope is by exercising my office as a pastor others will find … Continue reading “Why “Pastor David” and not just “David?””
Returning victims to the perpetrators of their soul rape!
Do you not know that your bodies are members of Christ himself? Shall I then take the members of Christ and unite them with a prostitute? Never! Do you not know that he who unites himself with a prostitute is one with her in body? For it is said, “The two will become one flesh.” … Continue reading “Returning victims to the perpetrators of their soul rape!”
Guest post on The Wartburg Watch about my new book
Today, I had my first day on my new job. It is a refreshing new start. I suspect God has orchestrated much to land me with this new company. It is with gratitude I start this new employment chapter. That said, I wanted to simply point you all today to a guest post I did … Continue reading “Guest post on The Wartburg Watch about my new book”
A Musical Prayer for Dark Days
When I was in the darkest hours, I found praise music was a helpful way to strengthen my soul. These songs were sung in faith. We need to remember God’s character especially when we cannot see His goodness in the moment. I do not know where you are in your journey today. Maybe you are … Continue reading “A Musical Prayer for Dark Days”