Nothing Says I Love You Like a Busted Lip

On my way to the doctor, I observed a billboard containing those words. No explanation needed. It was followed by a hot-line number for domestic abuse.

With Rihanna and Chris Brown in the press, we have been inundated with domestic violence. Today’s Christian Woman magazine is highlighting this topic for this year’s cause.

In a previous issue, the focus was on a “Christian” violent marriage. When the couple involve profess Christianity, the situation becomes more complicated. Divorce is not an options for us, right? A little prayer and counseling will fix it all.

I’ve always wondered why a woman puts up with domestic violence. Why not leave? But I realize there is more than meets the eye. Mental, physical and emotional abuse are all so dangerous and debilitating. If you are in an abusive relationship, please get out. If you know someone who is, do not hesitate to help find help for her. Here are a few resources recommended by TCW mag:

www.theraveproject.org
www.peaceandsafety.com
www.ncadv.org
www.focusministries1.org
1-800-799-SAFE

Let’s love ourselves and each other enough not to turn a blind eye to abuse.