Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Luke 24: 13 - 33 Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. As they talked… Continue reading SSB Gathering -January 1, 2017
Review of Children’s Book, “God’s Design” – Purity and Honoring God’s Design
God's Design, Purity, Biblical Gender Roles, Complementarity -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 purity and honoring. It had… Continue reading Review of Children’s Book, “God’s Design” – Purity and Honoring God’s Design
Personal Story: Wife of Pedophile Shares How Her Husband Manipulated Her from Seeing the Truth
Pedophile, Wife of Pedophile, Sex Abuse Today I am posting a personal story from a woman named Cindy who left a comment yesterday on the 3-1/2-year-old article, Being Married to a Pedophile: A Wife Speaks Out and Offers Hope to Other Wives of Pedophiles, which has continued to reach women who are searching for support. Her comment was… Continue reading Personal Story: Wife of Pedophile Shares How Her Husband Manipulated Her from Seeing the Truth
SSB Gathering – December 25, 2016
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Merry Christmas everyone! Today's gathering will be the final day in the Advent season. May you have a wonderful Christmas day with loved ones and may peace, love and joy fill your home. *** Isaiah 9: 2 -7… Continue reading SSB Gathering – December 25, 2016
3. Research Findings on Publishers of Books by Tullian Tchividjian
Part #3 of 4, by Brad Sargent SUMMARY. The public ministry platforms of Tullian Tchividjian -- including his books -- have become an issue of public concern and debate, in light of his various degrees of involvement with multiple women. Part #1 introduced the third woman reportedly seduced by Tullian Tchividjian into a sexual relationship. Her… Continue reading 3. Research Findings on Publishers of Books by Tullian Tchividjian
Issues of Language: Removing Neutrality Toward Abusers and Negativity Toward Survivors
by Brad Sargent aka brad/futuristguy * * * * * * * Introduction: Changing Our Language to Remove Neutrality Toward Abusers and Negativity Toward Survivors Who typically gets trusted or distrusted by default -- the reported perpetrator, or the victim who reports? That is especially important in understanding the realities faced by survivors of… Continue reading Issues of Language: Removing Neutrality Toward Abusers and Negativity Toward Survivors
SSB Gathering – December 18, 2016
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Today is the fourth Sunday of Advent. Advent is observed by many denominations as a way to prepare for Christ's coming or arrival. Advent is a time to be mindful that Christ has come, that he is with… Continue reading SSB Gathering – December 18, 2016
2. An Infographic on Tullian Tchividjian’s Pursuit of Women and a Public/Publication Platform
Part #2 of 4, by Julie Anne Smith and Brad Sargent Part #1 introduced the third woman reportedly seduced by Tullian Tchividjian into a sexual relationship. Her story extends his womanizing behaviors back into 2013. This post shows an infographic on what Tullian Tchividjian's pursuit of these women looks like, when it is layered over… Continue reading 2. An Infographic on Tullian Tchividjian’s Pursuit of Women and a Public/Publication Platform
1. Third Woman Victim of Tullian Tchividjian’s Seduction Gives Details; She Reportedly Extends Timeline of His Adulteries Back into 2013
Introduction to Four-Part Series: Tullian Tchividjian Situation Update We (Julie Anne and Brad) were planning a two-part series to update the situation on Tullian Tchividjian, focusing on what has been happening with his current and former publishers, and individuals who'd been promoting him over the years. However, we are now able to share related breaking… Continue reading 1. Third Woman Victim of Tullian Tchividjian’s Seduction Gives Details; She Reportedly Extends Timeline of His Adulteries Back into 2013
Learn to Discern: Franklin Graham’s Tweet on the Outcome of the Presidential Election
Franklin Graham, Twitter, Spiritual Abuse I would like to discuss this tweet without making it political. I find it spiritually abusive, but not because it has to do with Trump winning. Look within the message. What can you find here that is spiritually abusive? https://twitter.com/Franklin_Graham/status/809081143098277889
R.C. Sproul, Jr. Steps Down from Ligonier Ministries and Reformation Bible College
R.C. Sproul, Jr., Ligonier Ministries, Abuse, Reformation Bible College Ligonier Ministries has reported that RC Sproul, Jr. is stepping down from Ligonier Ministries & Reformation Bible College citing personal reasons: December 12, 2016 Last Friday, the board of directors of Ligonier Ministries and Reformation Bible College received and affirmed the resignation of Dr.… Continue reading R.C. Sproul, Jr. Steps Down from Ligonier Ministries and Reformation Bible College
SSB Gathering – December 11, 2016
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Today is the third Sunday of Advent. Advent is observed by many denominations as a way to prepare for Christ's coming or arrival. Advent is a time to be mindful that Christ has come, that he is with… Continue reading SSB Gathering – December 11, 2016
Review of Children’s Book, “God’s Design” -Examples of Godly Womanhood
Ruth, Mary, Sarah and Proverbs 31: Examples of Complementarian Women -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, young girls have the chance to learn… Continue reading Review of Children’s Book, “God’s Design” -Examples of Godly Womanhood
Tullian Tchividjian Follow-Up and Plans for Additional Posts
As you can see in the screenshot above, Tullian Tchividjian continues to make the Christian news headlines; but in the meantime, I wanted to share a few thoughts and give a brief update on what Brad and I've got cookin' on the back burners. Survivor bloggers don't always have a good reputation with church leaders.… Continue reading Tullian Tchividjian Follow-Up and Plans for Additional Posts
GRACE Releases Statement Regarding Tullian Tchividjian – Supports Victims, Challenges Churches with Constructive Changes
This morning, GRACE (Godly Response to Abuse in the Christian Environment) released a thoughtful, clear statement of empathetic support for victims and constructive solutions for changing Church systems that perpetuate abuse. The five-page statement from the Board of Directors addresses key systemic needs in four areas: Seminary education of pastors about maintaining appropriate boundaries. Rigorous… Continue reading GRACE Releases Statement Regarding Tullian Tchividjian – Supports Victims, Challenges Churches with Constructive Changes
Survivor of Tullian Tchividjian’s Alleged Clergy Sexual Abuse Goes Public with Her Story – Part 5
Tullian Tchividjian, Personal Survivor Story, Clergy Sex Abuse LINKS: My Story: Part #1. Part #2. Part #3. Part #4. Part #5. Editors' Note: This is Rachel’s story, and she is sharing what she recalls of her relationship with Tullian Tchividjian. She is sharing her facts, opinions, and what she believes to be true. Tullian is… Continue reading Survivor of Tullian Tchividjian’s Alleged Clergy Sexual Abuse Goes Public with Her Story – Part 5
Breaking News: Nine Associates of Tullian Tchividjian Issue “Call to Repentance”
The following has been posted at on the websites of those signing the call to a repentance process for Tullian Tchividjian, and shared on social media. It was posted approximately 11 a.m. (Eastern time). Twitter handle links and blog posts of the "Call" after the names were not in the original statement. They have been… Continue reading Breaking News: Nine Associates of Tullian Tchividjian Issue “Call to Repentance”
SSB Gathering – December 4, 2016
Spiritual Sounding Board – This is your place to gather and share in an open format. -by Kathi *** Today is the second Sunday of Advent. Advent is observed by many denominations as a way to prepare for Christ's coming or arrival. Advent is a time to be mindful that Christ has come, that he is with… Continue reading SSB Gathering – December 4, 2016
Breaking News: Former Church Says Tullian Tchividjian Should Not Be in Ministry – via Warren Throckmorton
The following notice from Willow Creek Church was posted at approximately 8:30 PM (PDT) Thursday, December 1st, on Warren Throckmorton's blog: Statement: Former Church Says Tullian Tchividjian Should Not Be in Ministry. We are deeply grieved by these latest allegations, and have profound gratitude for the courageous individuals who shared them, as well as those… Continue reading Breaking News: Former Church Says Tullian Tchividjian Should Not Be in Ministry – via Warren Throckmorton
Survivor of Tullian Tchividjian’s Alleged Clergy Sexual Abuse Goes Public with Her Story – Part 1
Tullian Tchividjian, Personal Survivor Story, Clergy Sex Abuse LINKS: My Story: Part #1. Part #2. Part #3. Part #4. Part #5. * * * * * * * An Introduction, from Julie Anne Smith and Brad Sargent Several of those who have alleged victimization by Tullian Tchividjian have contacted me (Julie Anne) over the past… Continue reading Survivor of Tullian Tchividjian’s Alleged Clergy Sexual Abuse Goes Public with Her Story – Part 1
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