Report Abuse and Support the Abused

“Deliver the poor and needy; Free them from the hand of the wicked.” Psalm 82:4 NKJV

In a story titled “Head Over Heels? Man Runs Chicago Marathon in a Pair of Bright Red Stilettos,” published Monday, it was reported that Curtis Hargrove, a runner from Edmonton, Alberta, known for his exploits in marathon running for various charities, set out to break the record for a marathon run in high heels during the Chicago Marathon on October 13. The current fastest marathon time by a male in high heels is 5:13:27, set by Oscar Eriksen of the U.K. in 2023. Hargrove ran the race in the unusual footwear to support Stepping Stones Crisis Society, a nonprofit that offers support and outreach for victims of domestic violence. The funds raised by Hargrove will go toward building a new shelter and transitional housing for women and children experiencing domestic abuse. “This is really important to me. This is really important to our community, and I just want to do my best and support them,” Hargrove told CTV News earlier this year before running the Edmonton Marathon in a pair of stilettos.

And you know, when it comes to supporting women and children experiencing domestic abuse, the Bible is very clear that abuse of any kind is wrong and that believers are to do their part to “Deliver the poor and needy” and to “Free them from the hand of the wicked.” That means we have to personally get involved in exposing the evildoers behind the abuse and support and love those undergoing abuse physically, emotionally, and financially so they can move away from their abusive homes or relationships to heal and be restored. 

So don’t be afraid to speak up when you see abuse of any kind my friend. Failing to do so not only leaves you in a state of complicity (which is a sin), but allows the abusers to further perpetuate evil. 

Heavenly Father, there is so much abuse in our world today. Help us to not only be courageous in bringing it to light but to do our part in freeing those in abusive situations from the hand of those committing the abuse. It’s in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen. 

Happy Running!