March 2, 2025 — Episode #61
Content note: this episode discusses domestic abuse, including an account of a woman who hid a black eye behind sunglasses at church, and briefly references childhood sexual abuse as a reason someone entered an early marriage.
Jerry and Becky Drace continue sharing anonymous stories of positive change after divorce, focusing this week on healing from abuse and rebuilding a sense of self.
They recount a pastor’s account of confronting a husband over abuse discovered within his own congregation, and share statements from formerly abused spouses who described relief at “no longer living with a monster” and regaining self-esteem after years of feeling beaten down. The conversation turns to spiritual healing — one woman’s insight that “God didn’t leave me, my husband did,” renewed involvement in mission trips, and rediscovering personal identity — along with the importance of shared faith and open communication in a future relationship. Referencing a well-known Christian family counselor’s teaching on self-worth, they close with a preview of next week’s topic: red flags to watch for before remarrying.
Topics discussed:
- A pastor’s account of confronting domestic abuse in a congregation
- Rebuilding self-esteem and healing from depression after divorce
- Learning forgiveness and separating God’s faithfulness from a spouse’s failure
- Renewed spiritual growth, including mission trips
- The importance of shared faith and communication before marriage
- Rediscovering personal identity and independence after divorce
- Preview of next week’s discussion on divorce “red flags”
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