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When Sacrifice Becomes Enabling: What God Really Asks of Wives

By Leslie Vernick | January 21, 2026 |

Morning friends, Here’s a question for you. I am giving a talk in April for the Restore Conference on A Woman’s voice in a Patriarchal culture. Or, in other words, how have you experienced your freedom, ability, and impact when attempting to speak to the men in your world? Fathers, Teachers, Pastors, Coaches, Boyfriends, Husbands Sons, Employers? Would love to…

Does Requiring Disclosure Mean I’m Controlling?

By Leslie Vernick | October 30, 2024 |

Morning friend, Whew, we just finished our live/virtual CONQUER conference in Scottsdale and it was amazing. The Holy Spirit was present and the women grew in Resilience. I am so honored to lead this wonderful group of women. Thanks for your prayers for the event. They are deeply appreciated. Question: Is it abusive for me to require my husband to…

Am I Selfish for Stopping My Enabling Behaviors?

By Leslie Vernick | March 8, 2023 |

Morning friend, Next week I’m going to Paris with my granddaughter for her 13th birthday. Each of my granddaughters get to pick where they would like to go for this special milestone. I thought we’d better do this at 13 years old instead of 18 because by 18 they may not want to hang out with their grandparents for a…

My Parents Need Money, My Husband Doesn’t Care. I’m Stuck!

By Leslie Vernick | November 22, 2017 |

Morning friends, Happy Thanksgiving, including our Canadian and international friends. I am thankful for all of you. This is such a warm and generous community and I am so blessed to have you here. I hope to meet all you someday. Put it on your calendar now. We are having our second CONQUER Conference in October 2018. Be Brave: Grow…