Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 7: 1 - 22 Then the high priests asked him (Stephen), "Are these charges true?" To this he replied: "Brothers and fathers, listen to me! The God of glory appeared to our father Abraham while he was… Continue reading SSB Gathering – April 23, 2017
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Victim of Bill Gothard’s Teachings Shares Emotional Aftermath
Bill Gothard, IBLP, Child Abuse, Discipline *** For some, the ramifications of following the teachings of an influential spiritual leader (or cult leader) can be lifelong. As difficult as this next personal story is to read, it is the reality for some, and that is why I will continue to post stories like this. Part of… Continue reading Victim of Bill Gothard’s Teachings Shares Emotional Aftermath
Book Review Series – “The Power of a Transformed Wife” – It’s All About Who’s in Control
The Power of a Transformed Wife, Lori Alexander, Control, Submission This is a book review series of The Power of a Transformed Wife by Lori Alexander. If you are just joining us, you may click on previous chapter reviews to catch up. Introduction & Chapter 1 Chapter 2 **** *** Chapter 3 - Let it… Continue reading Book Review Series – “The Power of a Transformed Wife” – It’s All About Who’s in Control
Christian Blogger Invited to Speak at Free Thinkers’ Meeting about Abuse in Christian Churches
Free Thinker, Atheist, Christian Blogger, Thought Reform, Patriarchy, Spiritual Abuse, Cults Last Sunday, I had the privilege of speaking at a Free Thinkers group. Privilege, some might ask? You bet. I will take any opportunity afforded to share the truth, set the record straight, and especially let people know that I, as a Christian, am displeased by the… Continue reading Christian Blogger Invited to Speak at Free Thinkers’ Meeting about Abuse in Christian Churches
SSB Gathering – April 9, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 6 In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Grecian Jews among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. So the Twelve gathered… Continue reading SSB Gathering – April 9, 2017
Book Review Series – “The Power of a Transformed Wife” – Why Lori Does What She Does
The Power of a Transformed Wife, Lori Alexander, Mentoring, Titus 2 -by Kathi This is a book review series of The Power of a Transformed Wife by Lori Alexander. If you are just joining us, you may click on previous chapter reviews to catch up. Introduction & Chapter 1 *** When my husband asked me… Continue reading Book Review Series – “The Power of a Transformed Wife” – Why Lori Does What She Does
SSB Gathering – April 2, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 5: 17 - 42 Then the high priest and all his associates, who were members of the party of the Sadducees, were filled with jealousy. They arrested the apostles and put them in the public jail. But… Continue reading SSB Gathering – April 2, 2017
An Abuse Survivor’s Response to Pastor Phil Johnson’s Insensitive Tweet on Domestic Violence
Phil Johnson, Grace Community Church, Sex Abuse, Domestic Violence, Twitter *** Blog reader, Christina, left an important comment on yesterday's post regarding an insensitive and callous tweet Pastor Phil Johnson sent out regarding domestic violence. His tweet created quite an uproar on Twitter. Because Christina's comment is addressed to Phil Johnson, I didn't want it to get lost… Continue reading An Abuse Survivor’s Response to Pastor Phil Johnson’s Insensitive Tweet on Domestic Violence
Pastor Phil Johnson Shows His Heart toward Domestic Violence Victim
Domestic Violence, Phil Johnson, Grace Community Church, John MacArthur *** This post needs little commentary. Pastor Phil Johnson is Pastor John MacArthur's right-hand man at Grace Community Church. I am sad that a man in his position would so carelessly tweet this insensitive, uncaring tweet. I fear for women at Grace Community or any church connected… Continue reading Pastor Phil Johnson Shows His Heart toward Domestic Violence Victim
Book Review Series: “The Power of a Transformed Wife” – Lori Reveals Her Mindset
Lori Alexander, The Power of a Transformed Wife, Book Review, Gender Roles -by Kathi We have critiqued Lori Alexander's blog posts as well as some of her commentors here at SSB. Now is the time to dive into her published book, The Power of a Transformed Wife (Publisher: Turning Page Books, September 30, 2016). I… Continue reading Book Review Series: “The Power of a Transformed Wife” – Lori Reveals Her Mindset
SSB Gathering – March 19, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 4: 32 - 5: 10 All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had. With great power the apostles continued… Continue reading SSB Gathering – March 19, 2017
Review of Children’s Book “God’s Design” – Get to Work! and Is This the End?
Complementarianism, God's Design, Gender roles -by Kathi This series is a review of God's Design, a children's book which teaches children about complementarity. For an introduction of the book, click here. All of the underlined subtitles below are chapters from the book. This is a very sad day, children. This is our last day to… Continue reading Review of Children’s Book “God’s Design” – Get to Work! and Is This the End?
SSB Gathering – March 12, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 4: 23 - 31 On their release, Peter and John went back to their own people and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said to them. When they heard this, they raised their voices… Continue reading SSB Gathering – March 12, 2017
Review of Children’s Book “God’s Design” – The Church and Learning About Things We Already Know
Complementarianism, Women in the Church, Gender Roles, Proper Church and Family Roles -by Kathi This series is a review of God's Design, a children's book which teaches children about complementarity. For an introduction of the book, click here. All of the underlined subtitles below are chapters from the book. Today, children, we will talk about… Continue reading Review of Children’s Book “God’s Design” – The Church and Learning About Things We Already Know
SSB Gathering – March 5, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 4: 1 - 22 The priests and the captain of the temple guard and the Sadducees came up to Peter and John while they were speaking to the people. They were greatly disturbed because the apostles were… Continue reading SSB Gathering – March 5, 2017
SSB Gathering – February 26, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 3: 11 - 26 While the beggar held on to Peter and John, all the people were astonished and came running to them in the place called Solomon's Colonnade. When Peter saw this, he said to them:… Continue reading SSB Gathering – February 26, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board: Updating the Legacy – Year 5
* * * * * * * Boy, oh boy, it's been FIVE years today since the beginning of my blogs, and tomorrow marks five years since being served with the lawsuit by my ex-pastor Chuck O'Neal of Beaverton Grace Bible Church. It's a good milestone moment to update the legacy. Here was my profile… Continue reading Spiritual Sounding Board: Updating the Legacy – Year 5
SSB Gathering – February 19, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 3: 1 - 10 One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the time of prayer - at three in the afternoon. Now a man crippled from birth was being carried to the… Continue reading SSB Gathering – February 19, 2017
Review of Children’s Book “God’s Design” – Married/Single; Husband/ Father; Wife/Mother
Complementarian, Gender Roles, Being Married, Being Single, Desiring God's Influence -by Kathi This series is a review of God's Design, a children's book which teaches children about complementarity. For an introduction of the book, click here. All of the underlined subtitles below are chapters from the book. Today, children, we will talk about marriage and singleness,… Continue reading Review of Children’s Book “God’s Design” – Married/Single; Husband/ Father; Wife/Mother
SSB Gathering – February 12, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 2: 29 - 47 "Brothers, I can tell you confidently that the patriarch David died and was buried, and his tomb is here to this day. But he was a prophet and knew that God had promised… Continue reading SSB Gathering – February 12, 2017
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