religion
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Teachers like Joyce Meyer and Beth Moore promote a form of absolution to sexually abusive parents. I would argue that absolution is not theirs to give. ab·so·lu·tion/ˌabsəˈlo͞oSHən/ Formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment. Definition from oxford language It goes on to say, “an esslesiastical declaration of forgiveness of sins. Used in a sentence, “the priest administered…
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The spirit of religion, cold and judgmental, stands in stark contrast to the love of Jesus. Where Jesus walks in grace, compassion, and mercy, this spirit preaches a brittle gospel of rules and rigid discipline. It whispers of condemnation, not salvation, and insists on perfection rather than progress. It grips the hearts of those who…
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Reflection — what better way to start a week. Join the conversation about not finding the hope and strength you need at your local church. If your church does not support your healing, FIND A NEW CHURCH.
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Reflection — what better way to start a week. Food, booze, pills, gambling, shopping — you name it. It’s how we get through. If there were someone that said they have no coping mechanisms, would you believe them? I wish I had none. I wish my past was easy. I wish my children hadn’t endured…