Resources About Abuse in Christian Marriages
Below are some of the best resources I’ve found about abuse in Christian marriages.
It seems so dichotomous to use the word “abuse” and “Christian” in the same context. Abuse looks nothing like Christ, and those who claim to be his followers should never be perpetuating emotional, spiritual, or physical harm to other people — especially the one they have promised to love, honor, and cherish.
On this page I will include resources about how to recognize abuse in a Christian marriage and how to respond to it.
This page will continue to grow as I vet more resources. Please note that a recommendation is not necessarily an unconditional endorsement. If there is a resource you would like me to be aware of, feel free to email me at info@hopeforhurtingwives.com.
Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links.
Recognizing and Understanding Abuse in Christian Marriages
Books
Unholy Charade: Unmasking the Domestic Abuser in the Church
Why Does He Do That? Inside the Minds of Angry and Controlling Men (not a Christian book, but one of the best resources for understanding an abuser’s thought processes)
How He Gets Into Her Head: The Mind of the Male Intimate Abuser (another non-Christian, yet excellent resource for understanding the methods an abuser uses to entrap his victim)
The Emotionally Destructive Marriage
Is It Me? Making Sense of Your Confusing Marriage
Articles
Podcasts
Speaking Out on Sex Abuse (Educational about all forms of abuse and how abusers operate)
Videos
When Love Hurts, Part One
When Love Hurts, Part Two
When Love Hurts, Part Three
When Love Hurts, Part Four
When Love Hurts Video Library (different organization than the videos above)
Webinars and Conferences
The Dynamics of Abuse with Bob Hamp and Gretchen Baskerville
Protect the Flock: Identifying and Responding to Domestic Abuse in the Church
YouTube Channels
Personal Stories of Abuse in Christian Marriages
Books
Black and White Bible, Black and Blue Wife
Called to Peace: A Survivor’s Guide to Finding Peace and Healing after Domestic Abuse
I’ll Pray for You: A Christian Woman’s Guide to Surviving Domestic Violence
Prisoners in the Shed: The Harrowing True Journey from Captivity to Hope
Rock Bottom and Faithless: Defeating the Lies of Domestic Abuse with God’s Truth
Podcasts
Groomed for an Abusive Marriage: Alyssa Wakefield, Part 1
Groomed for an Abusive Marriage: Alyssa Wakefield, Part 2
Documentaries
Sins of the Father, Part One
Sins of the Father, Part Two
Church Response to Abuse in Christian Marriages
Books
When Home Hurts: A Guide for Responding Wisely to Domestic Abuse in Your Church
Becoming a Church that Cares Well for the Abused
Articles
3 Reasons Christians Fail to Care Well for Victims of Domestic Abuse
3 Ways the Church Can Care Well for Victims of Domestic Abuse
Support for Churches
Called to Peace Church Partnership Program
Become a Trained Advocate
Called to Peace Advocacy Training
Give Her Wings Academy
Understanding Divorce for Abuse in Christian Marriages
Books
The Life Saving Divorce: Hope for People Leaving Destructive Relationships
Divorce and Remarriage in the Church
Pamphlets
God’s Protection of Women (free download, used by permission)
Articles
What Does the Bible Say about Divorce for Abuse?
Finding Healing After Abuse
Books
Called to Peace: A Survivor’s Guide to Finding Peace and Healing after Domestic Abuse
Rock Bottom and Faithless: Defeating the Lies of Domestic Abuse with God’s Truth
Suffering and Heart of God: How Trauma Destroys and Christ Restores
Your Restoration Journey: Rediscovering Yourself and Your Faith After Divorce
Hope for Healing from Domestic Abuse
Podcasts
Held and Healed with Heather Elizabeth
YouTube Channels
Support Groups
Called to Peace Ministries (fill out form to be added to a local or online support gorup)
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