All it took was a meme.
A simple combination of words.
And, here I am, weeping.
Again.
“Domestic violence impacts the entire family. Children who WITNESS domestic violence suffer the same long-term effects as children who EXPERIENCE it directly.”
I did not know that twenty years ago.
If I knew then what I know now…
I'm heard people say, "He's not a good husband, but he's a good dad."
No.
A good dad is also a good husband.
Domestic violence is so much more than broken bones and bruises.
If a man puts his hands on his wife, the children will be affected.
If a man threatens his wife, the children will be affected.
If a man spews hate-filled words at his wife, the children will be affected.
If a man uses the Word of God as a weapon against his wife, the children will be affected.
If a man rapes his wife and treats her like a prostitute, the children will be affected.
If a man withholds finances from his wife and denies that her basic needs be met, the children will be affected.
If a man denies his wife and kids access to medical care, the children will be affected.
If a man sabotages every holiday or special occasion, the children will be affected.
If a man puts his fist through the wall or kicks down a door, the children will be affected.
I could go on, but I am certain you get the picture.
A man can do severe physiological damage to his children without ever laying a hand on them.
My heart is breaking for mamas and children today.
You may not see a way out, but there are so many who are finding safety and hope.
Ladies, please join us at Held and Healed: Christian Women Rebuilding After Abuse.
In this group, I share hundreds of resources to help you on your healing journey.
You are not alone.
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