This article is an analysis of three children's stories about experiencing domestic violence from caregivers and parents. 1 The following four psychological perspectives are the analytical starting points: attachment theory, affective theory, self-development and theory of the fragmented self. In addition to accounting for the different, yet coherent perspectives, I also reflect upon the psychology of religion, pointing out some thoughts about how human experience can be disturbed and shaken in relation to "a potential image of god." 2 Furthermore, this short reflection inspires a discussion on how experience with domestic violence are challenging for the diaconal church and the procurement of faith.