Episode 13 - Dr. Warren Lamb - Domestic Oppression, Part 2

Episode #13 Show Notes

Hosts: Jinda Reinig and Kimberly Willess

Guest: Dr. Warren Lamb

Topic: Domestic Oppression, Part 2

 

Summary

In the second part of the podcast series on domestic oppression, Warren Lamb shares his personal story of growing up in a home filled with domestic oppression and abuse. He opens up about the profound impact this experience had on his life and the ongoing journey of healing and transformation.

Through his book, "Behind the Veil," Dr. Lamb aims to give a voice to the voiceless, provide a framework for understanding and addressing domestic oppression, and equip caregivers with the tools to help the wounded and broken.

Dr. Lamb emphasizes the crucial role of key character traits, such as a contrite heart, humility, teachability, purposefulness, and honesty, in the process of redemption and healing. He also sheds light on the challenges faced by the biblical counseling community in addressing domestic oppression and the pressing need for education and awareness within the church.

This powerful podcast closes out Season 1 of The Soul Care Podcast and serves as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of healing and redemption through authentic biblical soul care. 

Takeaways

• Domestic oppressors operate systematically, using tactics similar to sexual predators.
• The oppressor camouflages their true self and meets the deep emotional needs of their target.
• Recognizing the signs of deception is crucial in preventing and addressing domestic oppression.
• Changing the heart of an oppressor is rare, but counseling can help oppressed individuals find healing and restoration. Growing up in a home filled with domestic oppression and abuse can have a profound impact on a person's life.
• Key character traits such as contrite heart, humility, teachability, purposefulness, and honesty are essential for genuine transformation and healing.
• The biblical counseling community faces challenges in addressing domestic oppression, and there is a need for education and awareness within the church.
• Warren Lamb's book, 'Behind the Veil,' aims to give voice to the voiceless, provide a framework for understanding and addressing domestic oppression, and equip caregivers to help the wounded and broken.

 

Scripture Mentioned

Galatians 6:1

Ezekiel 34:1-10

1 Corinthians 5:11

 

Warrenism

“Regarding oppression and abuse: There is no Switzerland; no neutral territory.”

 

Additional Resources

 

RELEVANT BOOKS

• Behind the Veil: Exposing the Evil of Domestic Oppression and Providing Hope (Dr. Warren Lamb)
• A Cry for Justice: How the Evil of Domestic Abuse Hides in Your Church (Jeff Crippen and Anna Wood)
• The Heart of Domestic Abuse: Gospel Solutions for men who use control and violence in the home (Pastor Chris Moles)
• When Home Hurts: A Guide for Responding Wisely to Domestic Abuse in Your Church (Jeremy Pierre and Greg Wilson)
• 37 WAYS TO BE TAKEN CAPTIVE: Warning Signs and Prevention for Destructive Relationships (Sydney Millage)
• A Biblical Counselor's Approach to Marital Abuse: Roadmap to Reunification (Dr. Julie Ganschow and Bill Schlacks)
• Caring for Families Caught in Domestic Abuse: A Guide toward Protection, Refuge, and Hope (Chris Moles, editor)

 

MINISTRIES

• Truth in Love Biblical Counseling (Biblical counseling ministry team of Dr. Warren Lamb)
• Reigning Grace Biblical Counseling (Biblical counseling ministry team of Dr. Julie Ganschow)
• Called to Peace (Hope and healing for victims of domestic abuse)
• Clarity in Action Ministries (Equipping churches for ministering to abuse survivors)
• Men of Peace (Ministry of Pastor Chris Moles to help abusers repent and be transformed)

 

BLOGS

• Words Matter: Refining the Conversation (Dr. Warren Lamb))
• Biblical Counseling for Women (Dr. Julie Ganschow et al.)