Responding to Sexual Abuse 5
Today we complete our week long look at childhood sexual abuse and how our churches should respond. Today I will issue a warning – don’t ever let down your guard. Over the course of the last few months our internet…
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Responding to Sexual Abuse 4
All this week we’re looking at how our churches should respond to the epidemic of childhood sexual abuse. Today’s advice? Don’t fall into the trap of believing that you have the knowledge and ability to intervene and do what needs…
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Responding to Sexual Abuse 3
Today we continue our look at how to respond when childhood sexual abuse visits our church or someone we know. Never forget to focus on the victim. Believe it or not, they are oftentimes forgotten and blamed. What’s wrong with…
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Responding to Sexual Abuse 2
This week we’re looking at how to respond to the epidemic of childhood sexual abuse. Sadly, one of the complaints heard most often about Christians and the church is that we ignore the problem of sexual abuse, or sometimes even…
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Responding to Sexual Abuse 1
All this week we will look at what the church can do in response to sexual abuse. First, talk about sexual abuse – over and over again. Make sure that everyone in your church understands the reality and pervasiveness of…
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Sleepovers vs Sleepunders
One of my favorite memories of childhood was reaching the age where from time to time, my parents would allow me to sleep over at a friends house. I remember the joy of staying up late, watching movies, and eating…
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