Lori Alexander, Depression, Suicide -by Julie Anne and Kathi Lori Alexander runs a blog and Facebook page called The Transformed Wife. Her Facebook page has over 21,000 followers! She models her ministry using the Titus 2 idea of older women teaching younger women. After 23 years of a difficult marriage, she claims her marriage improved after she… Continue reading The Dangerous Teachings of Lori Alexander of The Transformed Wife
SSB Gathering – June 4, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 9: 1 - 19 Meanwhile, Saul was still breathing out murderous threats against the Lord's disciples. He went to the high priest and asked him for letters to the synagogues in Damascus, so that if he found… Continue reading SSB Gathering – June 4, 2017
Blog Series: Spiritual Abuse in the Church: A Guide to Recognition and Recovery by Pastor Ken Garrett, Wk 2
Spiritual Abuse, Pastor Ken Garrett, Spiritual Abuse in the church: A Guide to Recognition and Recovery *** Ok, here we go, plowing through Pastor Ken Garret's dissertation about spiritual abuse. I used the word plowing intentionally. For some of us, it will be work. It is not enjoyable to be reminded about difficult experiences. However,… Continue reading Blog Series: Spiritual Abuse in the Church: A Guide to Recognition and Recovery by Pastor Ken Garrett, Wk 2
Lori Alexander’s Damaging Advice Regarding Depression
Lori Alexander, Depression, Counseling -by Kathi Lori Alexander recently posted a YouTube video on her channel titled, "Stop Feeling Sorry For Yourself." *** I have to ask this first: Why are people still making videos of themselves in their cars? I guess Lori was driving somewhere, had an inspirational moment about self-pity, and just… Continue reading Lori Alexander’s Damaging Advice Regarding Depression
SSB Gathering – May 28, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 8: 26 - 40 Now an angel of the Lord said to Philip, "Go south to the road - the desert road - that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza." So he started out, and on his… Continue reading SSB Gathering – May 28, 2017
Let’s Discuss: The Keepers, Netflix Documentary Series about the Murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik and Systemic Sexual Abuse
The Keepers, Netflix, Cathy Cesnik, Systemic Sexual Abuse, Catholic Church, Spiritual Abuse, Clergy Sexual Abuse https://youtu.be/Khr7dbuBjuE *** The Keepers is a new documentary series airing on Netflix. I have watched 5 of the episodes and it is excellent. If you have seen Spotlight, it is similar, however, the investigative reporters in this case are two… Continue reading Let’s Discuss: The Keepers, Netflix Documentary Series about the Murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik and Systemic Sexual Abuse
Book Review Series – “The Power of a Transformed Wife” – Don’t Argue. It’s That Easy.
The Power of a Transformed Wife, Lori Alexander, Marriage, Submission -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 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter… Continue reading Book Review Series – “The Power of a Transformed Wife” – Don’t Argue. It’s That Easy.
New Blog Series: Spiritual Abuse in the Church: A Guide to Recognition and Recovery by Pastor Ken Garrett
Spiritual Abuse, Pastor Ken Garrett, Spiritual Abuse in the church: A Guide to Recognition and Recovery *** As I was reading through Ken Garrett's dissertation, I had to stop and soak up what I had just read. It took time to process and I felt like if I continued reading, I might miss something. It… Continue reading New Blog Series: Spiritual Abuse in the Church: A Guide to Recognition and Recovery by Pastor Ken Garrett
SSB Gathering – May 21, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 8: 1 - 25 On that day a great persecution broke out against the church at Jerusalem, and all except the apostles were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria. Godly men buried Stephen and mourned deeply for him.… Continue reading SSB Gathering – May 21, 2017
Book Review Series – “The Power of a Transformed Wife” – Lori’s All About Submission and Ken’s All About Control
The Power of a Transformed Wife, Lori Alexander, Control, Submission -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 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 ****… Continue reading Book Review Series – “The Power of a Transformed Wife” – Lori’s All About Submission and Ken’s All About Control
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SSB Gathering – May 14, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.… Continue reading SSB Gathering – May 14, 2017
John Piper Responds to Dad’s Question Regarding His Child’s Extreme Anxiety about Hell
John Piper, Christian Parenting, Glorious, Hell, Anxiety At John Piper's Desiring God website, they feature Ask John series in which listeners send their questions to John Piper for response. The following question came from a dad named Michael who asked John Piper the following: A question from Michael: “Pastor John, how can I talk to my… Continue reading John Piper Responds to Dad’s Question Regarding His Child’s Extreme Anxiety about Hell
Book Review Series – “The Power of a Transformed Wife” – Lori Has a Habit of Contradicting Herself
The Power of a Transformed Wife, Lori Alexander, Control, Submission -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 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 **** **** Chapter… Continue reading Book Review Series – “The Power of a Transformed Wife” – Lori Has a Habit of Contradicting Herself
SSB Gathering – May 7, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 7: 39 - 60 (Stephen is speaking) "But our fathers refused to obey him (Moses). Instead, they rejected him and in their hearts turned back to Egypt. They told Aaron, 'Make us gods who will go before… Continue reading SSB Gathering – May 7, 2017
How Lori Alexander’s Teaching May Keep Women in Abusive Relationships
Lori Alexander, Emotional Abuse, Headship, Submission -by Kathi I've been reading Lori Alexander's blogs for quite a while now. Just when I think her writing is the same old boring rhetoric she always blathers on about, she ups her game. Her recent post, "How Not to Get Married" is one that actually should be titled,… Continue reading How Lori Alexander’s Teaching May Keep Women in Abusive Relationships
Spiritual Abuse in the Church: A Guide to Recognition and Recovery
Spiritual Abuse, Recovery, Pastor Ken Garrett Now this is a great story! Some long-time readers will probably remember how I met Pastor Ken Garrett, a good friend of mine and of SSB. After I got sued by my pastor in 2012, I received an email from another pastor in Portland. This guy was… Continue reading Spiritual Abuse in the Church: A Guide to Recognition and Recovery
John Piper on Complementarianism: A Hill to Die On
John Piper, Desiring God, Complementarianism, Egalitarianism, Gender Roles -by Kathi Desiring God recently posted an episode of Ask Pastor John titled, "Is Male Headship a Lost Cause?" The question posed to John Piper comes from a seminary student in the United Kingdom who is discouraged to see more churches in his country move toward egalitarianism.… Continue reading John Piper on Complementarianism: A Hill to Die On
SSB Gathering – April 30, 2017
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Acts 7: 23 - 38 (Stephen is speaking) "When Moses was forty years old, he decided to visit his fellow Israelites. He saw one of them being mistreated by an Egyptian, so he went to his defense and… Continue reading SSB Gathering – April 30, 2017
Recovering from Spiritual Abuse and Discussion about The Shack
Spiritual Abuse, The Shack, Paul Young, Brenda Campbell, Spiritual Recovery I'm happy to share a post from my friend, Brenda Campbell. Brenda is also a long-time friend here at SSB, and she has a tremendous heart for those who have been harmed and also those who are stuck spiritually. She has gone on her own… Continue reading Recovering from Spiritual Abuse and Discussion about The Shack
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