Be-Cast Episode 48: OVERCOMING SEXUAL ABUSE (BE BOLD and CONQUER)
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This week we welcome a special guest and friend of BE, Mandi Summers! Mandi is a professional school counselor. She has been married to her husband, Cres, for 11 years and has three daughters, Ella, Anna Claire and Bay. You can find Mandi on Twitter here.
BE IN THE WORD (this week’s verses):
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28)
BE DOERS, NOT JUST HEARERS (practical application):
1. Talking Brings Healing. Talking to a friend can be the start of healing. However, you also need to talk to your spouse. There might be triggers that you need to discuss with him. Trust him, be vulnerable. And also, there is no shame in seeking professional help. God gifted councelors to help those in need. Don’t be afraid to reach out.
2. Find An Outlet. Journaling might be a good outlet. Take the time to write out your story in every detail with every thought. When you have completed it, shred it and burn it. Take the power away from the story.
3. Make A Choice. Everyday a conscious decision must be made to move forward. You might not have had a choice in what happened to you, but you have a choice to not let it keep you stuck.
4. Pray. Never quit praying. Pray that Jesus would give you the strength to do what you need to do to be free!
BE TWEETERS (ready-made tweets, just click to tweet):
“In sharing comes healing.” @Mandi03Summers #BeBoldAndConquer #bestillbefree
“Abuse victims don’t react, they stuff.” @MaryDeMuth #BeBoldAndConquer #bestillbefree
BE EDUCATED (additional resources):
1. Not Marked: Finding Hope and Healing After Sexual Abuse by Mary DeMuth. There is a way out. Mary illuminates the way to go from shame-filled to joy-filled, from traumatized to finding enduring peace. This isn’t theory. Mary has lived it. She’s traveled this path and offers a uniquely qualified, insider’s view of the healing process.
2. Darkness to Light: End Child Sexual Abuse. D2L is an organization dedicated to equipping adults and other organizations with knowledge and skills needed to effectively protect children from sexual abuse today…to empower people to act in the best interest of children. Their website is full of information and resources to help battle abuse on many levels.
BE TOGETHER (creating discussion in the comment, bottom right tab!):
Can you relate with Mandi’s story? Have you been carrying the burden of sexual abuse (or any kind of abuse) because you just didn’t think you had anyone to tell? Please let us hear your heart in the comments below!
BE LOADED UP (free downloads):
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