Author: Divorce Minister

Gender Role Idolatry – DM Thoughts on Pew Research

She wraps herself in strength, might, and power in all her works. -Proverbs 31:17, TPT Yesterday, I came across some fascinating research findings about our society. It comes from the Pew Research Center. The article is  “Strong Men, Caring Women: How Americans describe what society values (and doesn’t) in each gender” by Kristi Walker, Kristen Bialik, and … Continue reading “Gender Role Idolatry – DM Thoughts on Pew Research”

God does not forgive everyone!

“And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.” -Matthew 7:23, KJV While I believe God makes forgiveness available to all (John 3:16, 2 Cor 5:14, etc), I do not believe all are forgiven. This verse from the Sermon on the Mount makes that much clear. … Continue reading “God does not forgive everyone!”

God sends His “ravens”

Then the word of the Lord came to Elijah: “…You will drink from the brook, and I have directed the ravens to supply you with food there.” …The ravens brought him bread and meat in the morning and bread and meat in the evening, and he drank from the brook. -I Kings 17:2, 4, 6, NIV God sends His “ravens!” It … Continue reading “God sends His “ravens””

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”

DM Book Manuscript Nearing Completion! Conclusion left.

Today, I made more progress on my book manuscript. All I have left is editing the thirteenth chapter into book prose, writing a conclusion, and an “About the Author” final section. My target length is 120 pages or less including all the title pages and copyright permissions. I am on page 116 as of today! … Continue reading “DM Book Manuscript Nearing Completion! Conclusion left.”

“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”