Grateful Gwena: Recent Episodes
Gwena Walker
These podcasts share my testimony as a Christian woman survivor of domestic violence. We share real-life stories and struggles with true Biblical advice, support, and empowerment for abuse victims and overcomers. Support this podcast at anchor.fm/gratefulgwena. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena reads her vulnerable Facebook post about her estranged son and how it also relates to the marital domestic violence she experienced.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena talks to her audience that are between ages zero and 17 about abuse. If you're being abused, what should you do about it? Should you do anything? 🤔--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena describes how to thrive after escaping an abusive relationship.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena passionately shares her response to a Facebook post and encourages church bodies to protect female victims of domestic violence within the church. She says we need to do better!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena updates us on where she's been and what she's been doing, then examines Scripture from Psalm 72:14 and others regarding what God truly thinks about oppression and violence.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gratefulgwena/support
Guilt is not from God. Gwena describes a few ways abuse victims might feel guilty and reassures them that it's not their fault.
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Gwena describes just a few examples of how abuse can continue in certain forms once you've left your perpetrator.
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Gwena explains how abusers portray a false sense of sweetness which she calls "The Facade." This fake sense of kindness often causes those outside of the abusive relationship to question the victim's reality.
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Gwena discusses how sometimes we see abuse victims or survivors as having a victim mentality, why this should not be, and why it's so important for all of us to share our stories.
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Gwena discusses an article by Mental Health America that lists dysfunctional family traits. Utilize this list to determine which traits your family may or may not have had, take a test on the website, and hear spiritual encouragement for how to break these generational curses.
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Gwena describes multiple legal factors of abuse as she has experienced and observed them in other domestic violence victims. Gwena implores abuse victims to see their abusers as the criminals they truly are and to file charges against them. She begins to describe her recent court battle. Her main goal is for the safety and well being of her sons, who are and always have been the most precious thing to her. Sadly she finally had to protect her own reputation as well. But her ultimate goal and her prayer of course is for the mental health and well-being of both of her children.
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Do you have trouble understanding why sometimes your husband or boyfriend is happy and then suddenly sad? Do you feel like you've somehow upset him or made him angry but you're not sure how or what you did? More deeply, are you becoming happier around your friends than you are with your husband or boyfriend?
Listen to this podcast and get some tips and pointers to decide and determine if your romantic relationship is beneficial or healthy to you and him.
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Gwena shares a message thanking and celebrating single mothers and mothers who are and have been protecting their children from abuse.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena tells the story of how God took her from being a broken, beaten down, abused, rejected, neglected, scapegoated child to a first generation curse breaker. She confesses her sins and mistakes as a parent all the while accepting that she did make improvements as she did her very best. And she ends with a belief and a prayer for her beloved children to finish the work she started but was unable to accomplish completely. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena discusses who NOT to choose for your support network. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena shares Biblical advice on how to select godly people who will truly help you remain safe from abuse.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena discusses healthy responses to being scapegoated in a dysfunctional family dynamic and how God helped her to stop blaming herself and others. She also shares God's revelation to her about her having been ostracized by her extended family members and how forgiveness has played a role. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena addresses just a few of the reasons some women abuse victims either stay with their abusers or go back to them. She also reminds us how the enemy works to try to destroy us, our lives and our families and what we can do about it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena discusses some of the physical consequences of abuse that can happen to our bodies. She suggests different methods of healing and talks about whether or not we should trust someone who claims they have changed after they have repeatedly abused us.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena addresses scapegoating, its effects, and healing from it.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena, using examples from her own life, encourages listeners to share their stories and their testimonies of how God has delivered them from abusive marriages and relationships, has provided for them financially in other ways, and how God has healed them or is healing them.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena answers the questions is there hope for a Christian wife in an abusive marriage and is there hope eternally? Will my abusive husband ever stop abusing me? Is there hope for him to stop hurting me? Does God tell me I have to honor my abusive husband?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena shares WHY she openly and vulnerably shares her testimony of domestic violence with others through podcasts and social media and describes again what the Bible actually says about the wife's role in marriage.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena begins to share her marriage testimony again but this time in Spanish.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Using specific Bible verses, Gwena encourages listeners to REST in God's love for you. Be sure you listen to this podcast episode because Satan doesn't want you to hear it because it's the opposite of the abuse you may have experienced.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
2-3 years ago Gwena's adult child accused her of alienating every single one of her family members. In this podcast episode, she analyzes and discusses this accusation and whether it is true or not. She also relates this topic to marrying into abuse.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena shares just a few examples of spiritual abuse experiences from her past and encourages abuse victims to not let Pastors, church leaders, friends or fellow Christians "guilt" them into staying into an abusive marriage.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena discusses child abuse, neglect, spiritual abuse, and meeting the physical, emotional and mental needs of your children.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena addresses an abuser's public image, how it's maintained and promoted as well as specific examples of her own situation. Finally she suggests three things we can learn from this and how we can and should respond to secretly abusive husbands not only in the church but also as fellow Christians.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Today's world is suffering not only the pandemic of covid, but unfortunately bullying is also prevalent in our modern world. What can we do about it? Gwena provides two dictionary definitions for the word bullying, then compares and contrasts bullying with kindness. Finally, she exhorts us to practice "The Golden Rule" and treat others the way Jesus treats us. Scriptures are included throughout the episode.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Abuse is not love.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena speaks directly to men in this podcast episode. 21% of her listeners are male. She begins by addressing male victims of domestic violence and then progresses with helpful Biblical advice for men to examine themselves to see whether they are truly abusing their wives or not. Finally she suggests what to do if it dawns on you that you are abusive. There is hope!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena describes the "big things" and major ways God has blessed her in her life today and since her abusive marriage, revealing that there is hope after abuse!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
What did Jesus say about fear? How does it apply to abuse? Gwena discusses 10 scripture verses about fear from the Jesus Film Project and applies them to domestic violence. Are you afraid of your abusive husband? Are you scared to admit it? Where is God when you're being abused? Why does God allow this? What does Jesus want for you? Does God ask you to do anything about it? Listen to this podcast episode to find out possible answers to these questions and more.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
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Gwena describes some of the emotional, spiritual and psychological abuse that existed in her marriage, in the hopes that it helps you identify emotional and other abuse in your own relationship.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena offers 10 tips/steps for how to leave an abusive husband.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gratefulgwena/support
Gwena describes the difficult decision of whether to stay with an abuser or leave, and offers several factors to consider to assist in making the best decision for you and your children.
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Gwena records a very different podcast episode that is completely Spirit led in which she describes how we are Jesus "Princess Warrior Walkers" and we are to STAND firm in the power and authority of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Hallelujah (get your Bibles ready! Ephesians Chapter 6)
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Gwena discusses the stigma of divorce and how it can prevent an abused wife from seeking help or getting herself and her children to safety.
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In a very short episode, Gwena describes how our marital status can look or feel, and that each relationship state has both blessings and challenges.
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Gwena shares how holidays can affect domestic violence.
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Gwena shares three main general ways well-meaning pastors, church members, friends and family members can spiritually abuse domestic violence victims and what to do about it. She also gives advice on what to do to help an abused loved one or friend who comes to you for help.
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Gwena describes a few instances of spiritual abuse as it relates to domestic violence.
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Gwena briefly describes how the Holy Spirit led her to change her podcast name from Grateful Gwena to Warrior Walker.
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Gwena starts off this episode by discussing the case between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Then she discusses how abusers often portray themselves as victims.
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Gwena authentically confesses some of her mistakes when she was parenting, and shares her heart for her estranged child. (This was a difficult podcast to record... opening up about past abusive behaviors of her and her children who are now grown adults).
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Gwena shares some of her shortcomings, mistakes and errors she made as she tried to protect her children from abuse.
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Where is God when you're being abused?
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Is it your fault? For years, Gwena blamed herself for her husband's abuse of her. One day she finally allowed herself to be empowered and realized his abuse of her was a choice he made.
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Gwena contrasts the feelings we have when we're being abused with the truth of our power and authority in and through Jesus Christ.
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Gwena confronts the lies spoken over many of us during our childhood and speaks the truth of God's word over who we are in Christ.
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Angry: Gwena describes just a few of the reasons she is feeling angry toward one of her close family members. Ouch: Gwena shares God's revelation of reasons why her own son estranged from her.
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Gwena briefly describes the reasoning from her childhood behind staying and how she tried to protect her children.
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Gwena describes her failed attempt at reconciliation with an extended family member. We know God delights in us according to the Bible. So we should not let the negative criticisms of others affect us. It's okay and often necessary to set boundaries, especially with toxic people.
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Gwena shares a poem about forgiveness she wrote.
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Gwena's own mother abandoned her and her eight-year-old sister when they were 15, and this is the true story of how Gwena ended up living with her father.
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⚠️ NOT FOR CHILDREN Gwena describes in detail that dreadful night when all of her ex-husband's abuse came to a head and he strangled her and literally tried to murder her.
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Gwena addresses accusations of her allegedly not speaking the truth about her extended family members. She also suggests tips for how to address those who spread lies, gossip or rumors about you.
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Gwena explains why we should not tell abuse victims or anyone sharing a struggle with us to "trust God."
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Gwena gives six tips on how to be happy again after you have escaped the throes of domestic violence.
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Gwena discusses rape. NOTE: Trigger Warning ❤️
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Gwena answers a question she received via private message: yes, many abusers seem sweet and have a kind public image and persona, while being extremely abusive behind closed doors.
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Gwena shares her own personal story of how God saved her from aborting her child and how she ended up married to her abusive ex-husband.
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Gwena discusses whether or not we should forgive the ones who have abused us. And, what does forgiveness really mean?
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Gwena describes how she finally escaped her abusive ex-husband ensures tips on how you can escape yours.
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Gwena expresses three disclaimers about this free podcast ministry.
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Gwena shares God's revelation to her that she just needs to let go and surrender her children to him and stop beating herself up and blaming herself for not doing better as a parent raising her children.
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Gwena invites you to join her as she examines herself to see if sharing her testimony is ir could be considered gossip.
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Gwena shares some of the residual effects that can be left on and with an abuse victim.
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Gwena describes how she met her abusive ex-husband. In retrospect, testing and love bombing were key red flags that she had completely missed.
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Gwena discusses two of the questions most asked to abuse victims and why we should not ask them.
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In this episode, Gwena shares multiple reasons she is grateful to God on this, her 53rd birthday, especially as it relates to domestic violence.
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Gwena gives a short, special tribute to her first born son.
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Gwena gives a short special tribute to her second-born son who is now estranged.
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Gwena shares a special yet brief podcast episode where she thanks veterans on Memorial Day, not only for fighting in wars for our country, but also those heroes who have fought for themselves and their families and escaped domestic violence and abuse in the war zone of their own homes.
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In Part 3, Gwena gives tips on what the Bible says about destructive and abusive relationships from an article written by Cindy Wright in 2018. She also discusses the differences between forgiveness, relationship and reconciliation, and addresses the concept of true repentance. Finally she discusses from the article what to do when your abuser continues sinning and refuses correction.
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In Part 2, Gwena shares several scriptures God gave her about standing up to abuse or an abuser and how they apply to an abusive Christian relationship or marriage where there is abuse.
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In part 1, Gwena gives nine steps of what to do if / win you realize / admit you are in an abusive relationship or someone you know is in an abusive relationship.
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Gwena briefly speaks about loving your husband or wife in his or her primary love language, based on the book by Gary Chapman called "The Five Love Languages." Note: This is NOT recommended for marriages or relationships where there is abuse.
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Gwena provides 19 words and phrases for how the Bible says a husband should treat a wife.
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Gwena discusses some of the things she did in her marriage to try to help her abusive ex-husband. At the beginning of this podcast episode, she also shares her answer to a lady's question about whether God is going to punish her for divorcing her abusive ex-husband and getting remarried.
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Gwena shares some of the mistakes she made in her abusive marriage.
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Gwena discusses how while many people say God is love, God is also holy and cannot be in the presence of sin. Jesus confronted people. Listen to this podcast episode for a better, Biblical understanding of who Jesus really is and was and not who society makes him out to be.
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Gwena shares her answers to a question by a poster in a Facebook support group regarding your family members being the abusive ones. The poster gave really good questions to ask yourself about your family members and why you may have been forced to choose to remove them from your life and yourself from their lives. These are very good, practical, helpful questions that will hopefully help you analyze your situation as well and prayerfully determine if your family members are a safe place for you.
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Gwena tackles the difficult question of why do people abuse. She gives several reasons or influences on the behavior from both her own opinion and an article from psychcentral.com. And she encourages anyone who finds themselves being abusive what they can do to begin a true healing process.
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In this episode, Gwena discusses some of the traits of narcissistic siblings and parents, and how these can influence us to end up in unhealthy or abusive relationships.
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Gwena shares a few negative consequences and a LOT of positive consequences of her finally gaining the courage and trusting God enough to leave her abusive ex-husband. She also encourages you to not be afraid because fear is not from God. ❤️
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Gwena reads a question from a Christian lady who is currently being abused by her husband, and then shares Patrick Weaver Ministries' response, with his permission, along with Gwena's response. Not only is this lady being physically and emotionally abused by her husband, she's also being spiritually abused by Christians and some members of the church who do not understand abuse.
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Gwena speaks directly to Christian husbands, asking them are you abusing your wife and if you are, what can you do about it?
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Gwena shares why these podcast episodes are primarily addressed to women and advocating for women.
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Gwena cites three specific examples of how she was spiritually abused by a church and quote Scripture on the correct Biblical submission of a godly wife.
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Gwena reads a Facebook post from Patrick Weaver Ministries about what it means to truly be "equally yoked."
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Gwena reads a recent Facebook post from a Christian support group that was made by a Christ following woman who is being choked by her military husband. Gwena discusses the other aspects of abuse that are present in the marriage from reading the post, reveals some of the comments from those who responded to the original poster, and reminds listeners to stay safe. Finally she ends with a prayer for these victims.
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Gwena reads a Facebook post by Patrick Weaver Ministries declaring that we should not silence our testimonies and at the end she discusses why.
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Gwena reads the definition of abuse; suggests a free online quiz to help you see if you are being abused; and reviews the Power and Control Wheel from the Center for Domestic Violence website to help you determine whether you are being abused.
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Gwena reads an article by Russell Moore in Christianity Today about whether it is a sin to divorce and abusive spouse or not. Then she shares how you can tell whether you're in denial or not.
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Gwena dedicates this episode to her deceased sister, Tammy, with love, discusses how she was a blessing, they're reconciliation, and what Tammy and her Grandmother taught her.
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Gwena shares how God revealed to her that she was not the one who alienated her family; her family alienated her. She suggests steps and questions for self-reflection to further healing from the effects of being scapegoated and entering into the comfortable yet unhealthy pattern of abuse.
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Gwena discusses both the repercussions (consequences) and the exponential blessings of her walking in obedience and ultimately leaving her abusive ex-husband.
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Gwena shares not her opinion but Biblical advice and Scriptures as they relate to domestic violence and submission. Please listen as what Jesus actually has to say about Biblical submission might shock you. It's not always what's taught in churches.
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Gwena reads a beautiful and anointed letter to an abuser scripted by Patrick Weaver Ministries on Facebook.
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Gwena shares just some of the emotions domestic violence victims and survivors can and do experience.
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In Part 2, Gwena shares more of her growing up years experience in both her mother's and her father's homes. She also gives insights into why she and others might enter into abusive relationships based on the thoughts that were produced during our childhood years.
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In this revealing episode, Gwena shares some of the details of the truth of what happened as she was growing up. She divulges the dynamics of her parents' divorce; her parents' remarriages and the abuse of her by her stepparents; and the socioeconomic situation of each side of her divorced family as well as its effects on her. Part two is forthcoming!
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In this very brief episode, Gwena confesses how she realizes she is not as healed as she had formally thought and transparently shares a recent phone call from an extended family member.
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Recently Gwena (Ms. Walker) discovered that some of her students were listening to her podcast. While Ms. Walker is very careful not to proselityze, in this episode she briefly addresses her past, present and future students regarding the potential issue of domestic violence in their lives. Past students have confided to her that they had domestic violence situations within their own homes, which of course were reported. There is even another podcast where a former student anonymously shares her testimony of domestic violence on Grateful Gwena (Season 1 Episode 16, "Anonymous Guest Speaker"). In this podcast episode, Ms. Walker also shares how she began Grateful Gwena. Finally, she thanks her students for caring so much about her that they listened to her podcast to make sure she was okay when they knew she had covid. Ms. Walker is truly blessed by her students!
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Gwena discusses how everyone has problems in life, and even with abuse, Jesus wants to be our best friend and does not want us to be mistreated.
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Gwena discusses two aspects of how she was delivered, both from the bondage of abuse in her marriage as well as how God has blessed her today. She also describes how much God loves you, values you, and how He wants you to enjoy who he created you to be.
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Gwena discusses some of the aftermath of her tolerating and staying in the abuse too long, and laments the loss of one of her precious children. She also encourages you to take stock of what you have lost to abuse, and how God can and will redeem that.
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Dr. La-Renda Jones, anointed and talented Beneath the Grief Ministries counselor, shares her own experience with domestic violence as well as gives tips for victims and abusers.
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Gwena shares her own family dynamics which may have contributed to her marrying into abuse, invites you to evaluate your own family dynamics, and reminds you who you are in Christ.
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Gwena recommends a resource and describes setting healthy boundaries in a relationship.
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In this episode, Gwena explains the difference between forgiveness, trust, condoning, and setting healthy boundaries. She describes how important it is to be freed through the blessing of forgiveness while emphasizing forgiveness does not mean accepting abusive behavior.
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In this podcast, Gwena continues by sharing the financial, emotional, physical and spiritual blessings God gave her and her children when she finally stepped out in blind faith and separated from her abusive ex husband.
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Gwena gives tips on what to say to a loved one who won't leave an abusive situation, and explain some of the reasons why they might fear leaving or might not be able to leave immediately.
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In Part 1, Gwena relates her story to well-known Christian author, Lysa Terkeurst's confession and story and shares how and why we should not judge one another, how we should be authentic, vulnerable, and real with one another, and why we stay in abusive relationships. Part 2 will discuss how God blesses us when we make those difficult choices and follow God in blind faith.
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Gwena begins to share how domestic violence is an issue around the world and not just in her country. In this part, she shares an attack that happened to her in Spain.
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Gwena shares how the holidays can affect both victims and survivors of domestic violence. She also gives a few tips and pointers on activities we can do to help relieve some stress.
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Gwena in Part 2 sharess not only her past but also some present circumstances so that hopefully you can see patterns in your own or your loved one's life that maybe have played a role in your acceptance of abuse in your life. She also encourages you to accept the unconditional and eternal love of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. He will never leave you nor forsake you, no matter what people do to you.
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Gwena shares her own testimony of the events potentially leading up to allowing herself to be in an abusive marriage.
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In this episode Gwena shares personal and heart-wrenching testimony about how and why we can and should protect our children from living in an abusive home. No one should ever feel guilty, but she shares just a couple of the consequences and side effects of doing what she thought was right at the time. We know you love your babies, so Mama, if you won't leave for yourself, please protect your children. Listen as Gwena shares her own personal testimony and tips for how to protect your children from being abused themselves.
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In this episode Gwena shares as the Holy Spirit leads regarding domestic violence awareness month, her own story, why victims stay, her ministry to other women behind the scenes and what you can do to help another domestic abuse victim.
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In this episode, Gwena discusses which is worse, emotional or physical abuse?
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Gwena reads the rough draft of the Prologue for her new book to you, her audio listeners. Then she reads the first attention-catching sentences for Chapter One called "Puzzle Pieces.". If you are someone you know is being abused, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. Thank you and God bless you!
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Gwena briefly and vulnerably shares how she believes raising her children in an abusive home affected them. If you are a loved one is in need of immediate assistance or in danger, please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
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Gwena gives several possible reasons why abuse victims stay so long in abusive relationships. She quotes statistics including information about the dangers to women leaving abusers and cites her own personal reasons she stayed so long in her relationship. If you or someone you love is in need of immediate help, please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
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Beneath the Grief Counselor responds to Episode here. Thank you!
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Gwena's friend anonymously shares her story of emotional and physical abuse. If you or a loved one is in need of immediate assistance, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. It is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
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Gwena's fiance, Jeff Dalton, interviews Gwena about her experience when she went to a women's shelter to escape her abusive ex-husband. If you are in need of help please call the national Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
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Gwena describes how to prepare to leave an abusive relationship in case of a sudden emergency using statistics and tips from www.loveisrespect.org. If you or a loved one is in immediate danger and need help, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
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Gwena's son, Michael, shares his experience with domestic violence and how it shaped him in Part I of II. If you or a loved one is in need of immediate assistance, the National Domestic Violence Hotline can be reached at 1-800-799-7233.
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Gwena share some things that well-meaning people said to her when they found out she was being abused that were actually hurtful or damaging. Listen to this podcast and avoid unintentionally making the situation worse for your friend or loved one who is being abused. Gwena also shares a very important question to ask yourself that can help you determine if you are being abused! If you are a loved one is in need of immediate assistance, please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. It is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
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Gwena's son, Michael, shares his experience with domestic violence and how it shaped him in Part I of II.
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Gwena describes the eight different categories indicating potential domestic violence in a relationship. You can find a visual of the wheel at www.theduluthmodel.org and follow along. Healthy ways to react to any potential indications will be discussed in a future podcast. If you are a loved one is need of immediate assistance please call the National Center for Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
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Caution: Graphic material contained in this podcast episode. Gwena shares about that fateful night when her ex husband strangled and suffocated her, as well as a little bit about how God provided for her and the boys when she finally left her abusive ex husband. If you or a loved one is in need of immediate help, please call the National domestic violence center hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
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Gwena gets vulnerable and shares Part I of her marriage story. Part 2 will be forthcoming. Hope this episode touched someone. Be sure to listen soon to Part 2 for amazing testimony of how God blessed her and the children when she stepped out in blind faith. Please let me know your thoughts and comments. If you or a loved one is in need of immediate help, please do not hesitate to call The National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
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Gwena answers your questions on how to help your friend who is being abused. She shares 12 signs your friend could be in an abusive relationship from the Domestic Violence website, as well as 15 practical steps you can take to assist your abused friend according to both a Huffpost article and the Office on Women's Health. Grab your pen and get ready to take notes! If you or a loved one is in need of immediate help or support, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-799-7233.
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This first podcast episode is our theme song. Yet in all things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. Romans 8:37
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Gwena shares a few places in NE Indiana where you can call or go for help. She also provides websites for the Power and Control Wheel and the Duluth Model with short video clip resources. As Josh Wilson sings, it's okay not to be okay. There is NO shame! If you or a loved one is in need of immediate help or support, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-799-7233.
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In this episode, Gwena describes her abuse-filled past in a brief Introduction to her new podcast channel. She provides helpful Scriptures and encouragement of how God sees us and to address Biblical husband-wife relationship dynamics. If you or a loved one is in need of immediate help or support, the national domestic violence hotline is available 24/7 at 1−800−799−7233.
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Gwena's fiance answers questions and shares his domestic violence story. Scriptures are discussed and referenced. Thank you for listening! God bless you. ❤️
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