TOXIC FEMININITY? WHY ABUSE ISN’T JUST A MAN’S ISSUE AND THE BIBLICAL CURE

Segment 1: • A Biblical Word We Ignore: Loidoreó—to revile, strike, or verbally abuse. • A Growing Issue: The number of men suffering in marriages with abusive wives is increasing. • Cultural Shift: Women are often told they are the center of the universe—how does this impact relationships? Segment 2: • Scripture Speaks: Proverbs warns repeatedly about the misery of living with a quarrelsome woman. • No Peace at Home: A reviling wife creates an oppressive and toxic environment. • Undiscussed Church Issue: Abuse has been mischaracterized as only a men’s issue—time to correct that. Segment 3: • The Root of Toxicity: The natural tendency of some women is to usurp their husband’s role. • Bitterness Takes Over: A hurt can turn into long-term resentment if not dealt with biblically. • God’s Cure: True healing and change come from surrendering bitterness and embracing forgiveness. Segment 4: • The Impossible Standard: No husband can ever do enough for a bitter, reviling wife. • Confronting the Issue: Pastors and counselors often avoid addressing this problem—why? • Repentance Is Key: A bitter woman who refuses to repent will poison her household—change is possible through Christ. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!