Today, I am throwing out a few book cover designs and welcoming feedback over preferences. Let me know what you think or prefer of the four in the comments to this post. Option #1: Option #2: Option #3: Option #4: For my female readers, are these options all “too masculine” for you? Would … Continue reading “Book cover preference?”
Author: Divorce Minister
Seeking testimonials for my book back cover!
I am busy finalizing edits and working on the important packaging touches for my book: I Was Cheated On… The Divorce Minister Guide for Surviving Infidelity and Keeping Your Faith Today, I am asking you, my readers, for some help. I need some testimonials to share on the back of the book. It is important … Continue reading “Seeking testimonials for my book back cover!”
Criticisms say a lot…
In the multitude of words sin is not lacking, But he who restrains his lips is wise. -Proverbs 10:19, NKJV People’s criticisms say a lot… …but not necessarily anything about the one criticized. This is a lesson impressed upon me during my formal training in clinical pastoral care. It is an important lesson to remember … Continue reading “Criticisms say a lot…”
What DO I say to an adultery victim as a pastor?!
“And if anyone gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones who is my disciple, truly I tell you, that person will certainly not lose their reward.” -Matthew 10:42, NIV What DO I say to an adultery victim as a pastor? Yesterday’s post raised this question. Dr. Skinner suggested a … Continue reading “What DO I say to an adultery victim as a pastor?!”
PTSD and adultery from expert, Dr. Kevin Skinner
Dr. Kevin Skinner is an American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT) supervisor who does research in the area of sexual betrayal. Here is his biography. His research into the matter of sexual betrayal has led him to the conclusion such betrayal leads to PTSD for many of its victims. He talks about being … Continue reading “PTSD and adultery from expert, Dr. Kevin Skinner”
Jesus is condemning, too!
“Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son.” -Jesus in John 3:18, NIV Jesus is condemning, too! We often make God in our own image or an image we prefer. That image of Jesus is … Continue reading “Jesus is condemning, too!”
God heard my cries! Remember who He is.
I will call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies. The sorrows of death compassed me, and the floods of ungodly men made me afraid. The sorrows of hell compassed me about: the snares of death prevented me. In my distress I called upon the … Continue reading “God heard my cries! Remember who He is.”
You have your integrity still.
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 “You have your integrity still.”
Re-titling DM Book…
As I get edits back on my book manuscript, I have decided to change its title. When I started Divorce Minister, I created this blog ministry specifically to be a space where people could come to receive pastoral care from a pastor who could relate to the pain of infidelity discovery, abandonment, and divorce. I knew … Continue reading “Re-titling DM Book…”
When condemning is a good thing!
O Lord, shouldn’t I hate those who hate you? Shouldn’t I despise those who oppose you? Yes, I hate them with total hatred, for your enemies are my enemies. -Psalm 139:21-22, NLT When condemning is a good thing… Currently, most people will not have a problem condemning pedophilia. It is wrong, and talking about victims may evoke anger over … Continue reading “When condemning is a good thing!”