Have you ever heard someone try to use a Bible verse to excuse a spouse's abusive behavior? Or maybe you know someone who feels they can't get help in their situation?

Bob Lepine, author of "Building A Stronger Marriage," responds with a Biblical perspective on some frequently misquoted Bible verses applied to domestic violence and abusive relationships and offers pastors advice on how to deal with a domestic abuse situation in their congregation.

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Here are additional resources if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse:

If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Focus on the Family Counseling Consultation Line: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-...
If you need someone to talk to, Focus on the Family offers a free phone counseling consultation with a licensed or pastoral counselor. Call 1-855-771-HELP (4357), Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM (MT).

Focus on the Family’s Christian Counselor Network: https://www.christiancounselorsnetwor...
Search for licensed Christian counselors in your area.

National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/stakeholde...
This organization provides help and information to individuals and families who are in domestic violence situations.

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: https://988lifeline.org/?utm_source=g...
If you or someone you know feels hopeless or overwhelmed and is thinking of suicide, or an abusive spouse is threatening suicide, this organization can help.

Domestic Shelters: https://www.domesticshelters.org/
This organization helps families leaving domestic violence situations to find safe shelters.

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