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Articles, teachings, and recommended reading on understanding abuse biblically, achieving safety, and finding healing in Christ.

Articles & teachings

Abuse Awareness Training Seminars

Check out the new Seminars info page REFUGE MINISTRIES OF NORTH AMERICA: God calls his people to protect the oppressed. The Refuge combines mentoring and group support to help women understand abuse b…

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Achieve Safety

If you are in need of immediate safety, call 911. If it is not an emergency, contact Refuge Ministries, and we would be happy to help you, both with processing the best plan and the options before you…

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Divorce and Domestic Abuse

Does Abuse qualify as biblical grounds for divorce? Does the Bible have anything to say on this? Divorce and Domestic Abuse Study Guilde.pdf Download Divorce and Domestic Abuse Handout Download Divorc…

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Establish New Patterns

The relationships of most survivors of abuse are governed by fear. A survivor’s relationship with God must become the new paradigm for her relationships. One of the best ways we believe to find healin…

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Finding Healing In Christ

Many survivors feel shame from their association with an abusive man. It is shameful to reveal to the outside world that the man who is supposed to cherish you has chosen to demean and reject you. One…

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See the Abuse

Oppression in the Bible : The Bible’s description of oppression fits the experience of domestic abuse: • Psalm 10:7 “His mouth is filled with cursing and deceit and oppression; under his tongue are mi…

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Teachings on Domestic Abuse

All the audio, handouts, and powerpoints from the official seminar sessions. Please do not redistribute or repost without obtaining permission. Additional Topic Materials: Understanding Abuse Biblical…

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Five Types of Abuse

1. Psychological Psychological abuse, also known as emotional or verbal abuse, is a form of abuse that can occur in a marriage or intimate relationship. It is any non-physical behavior designed to con…

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What is Domestic Abuse

Domestic abuse is a form of oppression in which a person uses certain behavior patterns to control their intimate partner. The United States Department of Health and Human Services defines domestic vi…

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