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Opinion | Evangelical sex abuse isn’t new. It’s been fueled by purity culture for decades.
We need to take a long look at the theological and structural conditions that enable abuse — starting with purity teachings that shame survivors.
By: Linda Kay Klein
Traumatized by Religious Abuse: Courage, Hope and Freedom for Survivors
‘Traumatized by Religious Abuse: Courage, Hope and Freedom for Survivors’ is a comprehensive resource for those who have experienced religious abuse, be it psychological, verbal, sexual or financia...
How COVID-19 may increase domestic violence and child abuse
National crises ramp up stress among couples and families. Psychologists identify the risks and point to resources that can help.
Why Do Christians Shoot Their Wounded?: Helping (Not Hurting) Those with Emotional Difficulties
It's no sin to hurt.Thousands of Christians suffer real emotional pain--such as depression, anxiety, obsessiveness. Many other Christians, including prominent leaders, believe emotional problems ar...
Telling My Story: Sexual Abuse on the Mission Field
Today’s post has been submitted anonymously as a follow up to a piece published here, at A Life Overseas, in 2013. Today we hear from the daughter of ‘Jessica’ that wrote that article in 2013. &nbs...
Four Tools of Spiritual Manipulators
I grew up in a very conservative subculture of an already conservative homeschool culture, in a pretty conservative stream of the Christian faith. Though I learned much from these ex...
The Wounded Heart: Hope for Adult Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse
Sexual abuse knows no religious or social boundaries. The Wounded Heart is an intensely personal and specific look at this form of abuse. Dr. Allender explores the secret lament of the soul damaged...
Safeguarding kids from sexual abuse
Teach kids of all ages - from under five to 15 - the skills they need when you're not around.
Author: Catherine Wilson
Source: Focus on the Family
About Sexual Assault
National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) Web page. This is an American website but explanations of sexual violence and assault on survivors, loved ones, communities, and society....
Are you experiencing abuse? Here’s how to get help
If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs help, resources are available in Canada.
By Olivia Bowden
Churches That Abuse
A look at churches that practice authoritarian leadership, manipulation, excessive discipline, and spiritual intimidation warns and informs readers about such organizations, naming names and offeri...
On the Threshold of Hope
On the Threshold of Hope offers hope and healing to men and women who have been traumatized by sexual abuse. Dr. Langberg's insights and the quotations from many survivors assure readers that they ...