Adria Emerged from Darkness, Embraced by the Transformative Light of Christ
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Adria Emerged from Darkness, Embraced by the Transformative Light of Christ

ByLauren Rose

As told by Adria, written by Lauren Rose  I once believed our relationship was beautiful. Looking back to before our marriage, the only red flag I can identify was his tendency to push sexual boundaries. Unfortunately, that continued into our marriage and ultimately led to sexual abuse towards me.  Once we were married, I experienced…

Inspiring Stories of Strength from Survivors in Western North Carolina
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Inspiring Stories of Strength from Survivors in Western North Carolina

ByLauren Rose

The recent devastation in the mountains of North Carolina (NC) and East Tennessee from Hurricane Helene has affected us all deeply. This year during Giving Tuesday we would like to ask you to help her rebuild!  Called to Peace Ministries is based in North Carolina and the state is a special part of our ministry….

How Did Growing Up in a Home with Domestic Abuse Impact Me?
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How Did Growing Up in a Home with Domestic Abuse Impact Me?

ByLauren Rose

As told by Ann, written by Lauren Rose  Now, at 78, I’m living in the peace God calls us to. Witnessing abuse in our home impacted my three siblings and me in different ways. Their stories are theirs to tell; this is my story. For me, God has restored what I lost as a child,…

Proof of God’s Faithfulness to Me Despite Abuse
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Proof of God’s Faithfulness to Me Despite Abuse

ByLauren Rose

As told by “Julie,” written by Lauren Rose Our dating relationship began with a long-distance challenge. He drove to see me the first week we met, and the love bombing started immediately. He told me he was going to marry me and painted this great life together. Just three months after meeting, we got married—a…

Shonquella Discovers The Heart Of God After Generational Abuse
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Shonquella Discovers The Heart Of God After Generational Abuse

ByGordon Coleman

As told by Shonquella, written by Lauren Rose Photography Credit: Michelle Nachnani Being born into abuse, my earliest memories consisted of the volatile relationship between my parents. As a child, I was caught in the crosshairs of one of their intense fights and sustained physical injuries. At age five, my alcoholic father forced me to…

The Self-Righteous Narrative of Abuse
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The Self-Righteous Narrative of Abuse

ByLauren Rose

By: Joy Forrest Perhaps in recent years you’ve noticed that a mean spirit has become pervasive in our culture. It’s most apparent on social media where anybody, and everybody, can express their opinions loudly and publicly without regard for others. It has not only become acceptable, but even popular, to stand over others in judgment,…