Emotionally Destructive Relationships
What other relationship patterns other than abuse are destructive? ecounseling by Leslie Vernick — April 23, 2009 — http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbdtckIBbRM
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FOCUS Is Moving Forward
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Purple Event
We are hosting an exciting event to bring about awareness of the destructiveness of domestic violence. Event Location: Calvary Church, Naperville, IL Time: 6-8:30 p.m. Date: November 21, 2010 For further information [email protected]
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Where’s God?
Where’s God? This is a common question heard frequently as we counsel women. All they see is injustice and heartache while experiencing judgment and condemnation from the Christian community. God is there in the messiness of life for He is a God who never slumbers nor sleeps. He is always working out His plan for…
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Danger for DV Victims in Couples Counseling
FEDERAL WAY, Wash. — A man who police said gunned down his wife during a counseling session inside a Federal Way church waived his right to appear in court Thursday. The shooting happened shortly before 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Calvary Lutheran Church in the 2400 block of South 320th Street. According to probable cause…
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Difficult People
In dealing with difficult people, we can be the obstacle that limits God in changing that person. It is important for us to get out of the way, stop enabling, and leave the difficult person to God. It is the most loving thing we can do. The difficult person may actually grow up and take…
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Grief from Shattered Dreams
Grief is more than facing the reality of what is. It is the process of letting go “what should and could have been”, then releasing the hurt and pain and turning our focus to the Lord who brings comfort and hope. Paula Silva
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What Wrapping is on Your Package of God?
Women in destructive relationships struggle with many issues. Trust is one of them. Deception, lies, and control have eroded away the intimacy of the partnership. This lack of trust can also affect their faith in God. “If I cannot trust my partner who I can see, how can I trust God who I cannot see?”…
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FOCUS Ministries Announces New Blog
FOCUS Ministries, Inc. announced the organization’s new blog on Wednesday. President, Paula Silva, will be administering the custom blog that will include news, upcoming events, articles, and so much more. Featured blog articles will include Biblical-based insights on domestic violence, dealing with difficult people, spiritual direction, frequently asked questions, and words of encouragement.