Report: Gospel music star accused of assaulting ex-wife

The story says there was a "verbal altercation" that "turned into assault when Debra Winans was pushed to the ground."

Later, the Grammy-winning Gospel recording artist was arrested.

"When you're married to someone known all over the world, it has serious challenges," Debra Winans is quoted saying.

Debra Winans said people of faith are held to an even higher standard, and many Christians suffer through abuse rather than reaching out for help.

"Until you realize something's not changing, you pray all day long. The power of God is real, but one thing he's not going to do is go against someone's will. We make choices," Debra Winans also reportedly said.

She said she is not afraid of her former husband and hopes by speaking out she will help others.

BeBe Winans released the following statement regarding the allegations:

"To be accused of these allegations, which arose out of a child custody right dispute and my desire to spend time with our children as court ordered, is nothing less than heart wrenching.

"Since I choose to say nothing negative about my children's mother, I will make no comment other than to say the allegations are inconsistent with my character and the foundation upon which I was raised and I am prayerful that the matter is straightened out very soon for the sake of our children."

A spokesman said the singer is currently in Atlanta working as a judge on BET's gospel competition, "Sunday Best."