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Courageous Listening

Courageous Listening

Perhaps it seems like both individuals within a marriage are responsible for arguments or violent outbursts. Both individuals point fingers at each other and neither one is innocent.  So where DO we start? We start by asking questions, listening carefully to each...
God and Gossip

God and Gossip

Last month we talked about the importance of talking to individuals separately. If bullying is happening in a marriage, there is no way to hear the truth with both of them in the same room at the same time. However, many pastors and people helpers cry, “Whoa! Whoa!...
Who’s at Fault?

Who’s at Fault?

Last month we addressed the hidden factors of differentials and punishment. Here’s one woman’s story of what happened following a traditional marriage counseling session: (Trigger Warning) “It was 10:30 at night on the interstate. He pulled over. We had a concealed...
2024 Mid-Summer Update

2024 Mid-Summer Update

We’re more than halfway through summer with an update on what God is doing through your gifts and prayers for Clarity in Action Ministries. This month Sydney will represent Clarity in Action Ministries at the Christian Chaplains and Coaching Conference in Charleston,...
Once You See It, You Can’t Unsee It

Once You See It, You Can’t Unsee It

Summer is a great time for road trips. Over the years, I’ve lost count of the hours and miles, but what I can tell you is that once children start pointing out yellow cars, you can’t unsee them. In the same way, once you begin to understand the dynamics of oppression,...
An Opportunity for You

An Opportunity for You

You may have noticed some accounts people give of their marriage situation can’t be reconciled. What you hear from one individual conflicts with what you hear from the other individual. This is typical of oppressive relationships. This is atypical of healthy...
“Clarity in Action” Means Something

“Clarity in Action” Means Something

This mid-month newsletter is an opportunity to shine light on what is happening in the realm of marital domination. Our name, Clarity in Action, means something. Synonyms for “clarity” are: clearness, transparency, accuracy, precision. As we grow older, things...
A Word to Our Sponsors

A Word to Our Sponsors

As we head into summer, Clarity in Action Ministries needs financial support for 2 campaigns: Stocking our Victim Care Fund Covering conference fees to build awareness and educate local churches Below is a chart of how your gifts have been used by Clarity in Action...
What We’re Missing

What We’re Missing

This mid-month newsletter is an opportunity to shine light on what is happening in the realm of marital domination. All of us wish it wasn’t so. But the reality is shocking. According to research, an overwhelming majority of senior pastors (98%) say a person...