The author discusses several passages from Deuteronomy to show what the Bible says about sexual assault. The article helps pastors and counsellors to recognize the principles of God’s Word in thinking about and assessing incidents of sexual assault.
The author discusses several passages from Deuteronomy to show what the Bible says about sexual assault. While sexual abuse usually refers to a pattern of behaviour over a period of time, and sexual assault usually means an incident in which a person is forced or coerced sexually, the article does help pastors and counsellors to recognize the principles of God’s Word in thinking about and assessing incidents of sexual assault.
The author provides six practical ways in which pastors can help people who have suffered sexual abuse.
Bullying may be thought of as a form of abuse, usually verbal and emotional, but sometimes physical. It is most prominent among children, and can have serious effects on those who are victims. The author discusses bullying in the light of Scripture, and offers practical advice for helping those who are bullied.
This article is addressed to those who have experienced things that have resulted in emotional trauma. It is a helpful resource that could be provided to people in that situation.
The author reveals something about her experience of abuse at the hands of her father and her pastor, and then speaks about how the Good Shepherd helped her to find healing by grace, through faith.
