Church Support and Education
Churches are called to shepherd God’s people with courage and tenderness—protecting the flock, strengthening the vulnerable, and confronting what destroys (Acts 20:28–31). When abuse, coercive control, or destructive patterns enter a home, the Church’s response matters deeply. At the Biblical Living Center, we come alongside pastors and ministry leaders to help you pursue clarity, wisdom, and safety—so the oppressed are cared for, the flock is protected, and everyone is pointed to the hope of the gospel. God hears the cries of the afflicted and acts with justice and compassion (Ps. 10:17–18; Ps. 82:3–4), and He invites His people to reflect His heart through humble, practical love.
What We Offer
Consultation & Case Coaching
(for pastors and leadership teams)
Help sorting what you’re seeing: conflict vs. abuse vs. coercive control
Guidance for wise next steps that protect the vulnerable without rushing or shaming
Support for complex decisions (separation, boundaries, church discipline, safety planning)
Training for Leaders & Care Teams
Equipping elders, pastors, women’s ministry leaders, small-group leaders, and lay advocates
How to respond to disclosures, document concerns, and avoid re-traumatizing care
How to build a coordinated care approach that doesn’t isolate one leader with everything
Policy & Process Development Support
Helping you clarify pathways for reporting, confidentiality limits, documentation, referrals, and safety steps
Guidance on building a ministry posture that is biblically faithful and practically workable
Education for the Church Body
Teaching that helps the congregation recognize destructive patterns and respond wisely
Biblical clarity on oppression, safety, repentance, and restoration (without “mutualizing” abuse)
Resources
Training Websites:
Church Cares: Training and resources designed to help churches respond wisely to domestic abuse
Developing Church Policy (Ben Marshall): A practical course to help churches create clear policy and procedure
https://chrismoles.podia.com/view/courses/church-policy-and-procedure-with-ben-marshall
Recommended Books:
Is It Abuse? (Darby Strickland)
Caring for Families Caught in Domestic Abuse
(edited by Chris Moles) https://amzn.to/3OFwP7s
Navigating Destructive Relationships (Brad Hambrick)
Our Invitation
If your church is facing a difficult situation and you feel unsure what “faithful care” looks like, you’re not alone. These cases are complex—and the stakes are high. We would be honored to help you think clearly, act wisely, and care in a way that reflects God’s heart for the oppressed and His mandate to shepherd the flock.