Breaking the Silence of Domestic Abuse in the Church: Insights from Brett Hogland (PART 2)

Send us Fan MailIn PART 2 of our podcast with Brett Hogland, we delve into a discussion on domestic abuse, highlighting that it encompasses more than just physical violence and includes emotional, sexual, economic, psychological, and technological abuse. The conversation addresses the misconceptions around the right of self-preservation, underlining the need for local churches to intervene in cases of abuse before they escalate. Furthermore, it differentiates between common marital disputes and abuse, stresses the importance of repentance and trust in the forgiveness process, and advocates for increased education among church elders about abuse and personality disorders. Practical advice for victims and those aware of abuse situations is provided, urging immediate action and offering resources for support. 00:00 Definition of Domestic Violence00:41 The Right of Self-Preservation02:02 Churches' Role in Addressing Abuse03:28 Emotional Abuse and Power Dynamics03:57 Recognizing the Abuser08:22 Forgiveness and Repentance15:35 The Importance of Education and Awareness23:15 Final Thoughts and EncouragementLinks to Brett Hogland's Sermon Series: The Christians Responsibility Toward Domestic AbusePart 1https://www.bluespringschurchofchrist.org/media/uploads/sermons/2025/10/My_Introduction_To_Domestic_Abuse.mp3Part 2https://www.bluespringschurchofchrist.org/media/uploads/sermons/2025/10/The_Christains_Responsibility_Towards_Domestic_Abuse_Part_2.mp3Part 3https://www.bluespringschurchofchrist.org/media/uploads/sermons/2025/10/The_Christians_Responsibility_Toward_Domestic_Abuse_PT.3.mp3Part 4https://www.bluespringschurchofchrist.org/media/uploads/sermons/2025/10/The_Christians_Responsibility_Toward_Domestic_Abuse_Pt._4.mp3Part 5https://www.bluespringschurchofchrist.org/media/uploads/sermons/2025/08/The_Christians_Responsibility_Toward_Domestic_Abuse_Pt.5.mp3Part 6https://www.bluespringschurchofchrist.org/media/uploads/sermons/2025/08/The_Christians_Responsibility_Toward_Domestic_Abuse_Pt.6_2nd_recording.mp3 Contact The Still Waters Team www.stillwaterslife.comEmail us at:[email protected]@[email protected]@[email protected]@stillwaterslife.comLet us help you find healing and wellness at The Still Waters.