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#038 Signs of Spiritual Abuse

#038 Signs of Spiritual Abuse

Spiritual abuse is rampant among churches. It has become so normal that we have been groomed under the guise of "submission to authority." But it is actually control, manipulation, and bullying. If you've ever been in this kind of situation you most likely felt crazy...

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#036 What I Learned From My #MeToo #ChurchToo Story

#036 What I Learned From My #MeToo #ChurchToo Story

I wrote a blog post My Untold Story of #MeToo #ChurchToo in April 2018 in response to the accusations of abuse by Bill Hybels at Willow Creek. I never intended to share my story - in fact, many of my friends and those at the church I had attended at the time have...

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25 Signs Of Spiritual Abuse

25 Signs Of Spiritual Abuse

I don't like writing this kind of post. It's so sad to me that we have to even describe what spiritual abuse looks like. When I first started serving in vocational ministry, I always messed up (or so I thought). So many times, I thought I wasn't submissive. I asked...

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To The Bystanders Of The #MeToo #ChurchToo Incident

To The Bystanders Of The #MeToo #ChurchToo Incident

Originally published in 2018. Updates in italics 2026 Some of you know that I went through a #MeToo #ChurchToo experience. I wrote about it in a blog post back in April, when the information about Bill Hybels at Willow Creek started coming out. I addressed questions...

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Communication Dividing The Body Of Christ

Communication Dividing The Body Of Christ

The Lord spoke to me in a dream about what is dividing the body of Christ. And how we are to recalculate so to be wise to the enemy's schemes. I had a dream where I was on the phone with a good friend. We got interrupted and cut off. I got a call from the operator who...

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Time Of Refreshing For The Body Of Christ

Time Of Refreshing For The Body Of Christ

This is a season for the body of Christ to embrace their unique role (metron, wiring, gifts, passions, calling) by aligning themselves with the Father heart of God. By being transformed in His presence and extending His father/mother heart to the body of Christ and...

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My Untold Story Of #MeToo #ChurchToo

My Untold Story Of #MeToo #ChurchToo

I never planned on telling my story.  I have been silent for 13 years about the married pastor who was inappropriate with me. (Written in 2017)Pastor John Czech In light of the Bill Hybels of Willow Creek accusations, my heart is to help the body of Christ find mercy,...

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The Movement At Welton Academy 

The Movement At Welton Academy 

Update 9-20-18: The founder of Welton Academy, Jonathan Welton, closed the Supernatural Bible School on September 18, 2018, following accusations and admissions of sexual misconduct by Jonathan Welton and narcissistic behavior evidenced by an unwillingness for...

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Practical Family Podcast

Practical Family Podcast

I had the honor of being a part of the Practical Family podcast. Jennifer Bryant and I had a conversation about FREEDOM! My favorite subject. :) I'd love for you to take a listen and let me know what you think. In this episode you will learn: How coaching is different...

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Freedom Coach Model

Freedom Coach Model

After much prayer and excitement, my first book, the FREEDOM COACH MODEL is available! Have you ever felt stuck in your career, love life, or walk with God? Do you have dreams you want to achieve but feel something is holding you back? Often these stuck places are...

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Why You Shouldn’t Guard Your Heart

Why You Shouldn’t Guard Your Heart

We often hear “guard your heart.” New relationships. Exciting opportunities. Dreams and goals. It feels like it’s a backup plan. Like, guard your heart so you don’t get hurt. But that dehumanizes our experience. Because a person with walls up can’t receive. How...

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When You’re Struggling With Rejection

When You’re Struggling With Rejection

Rejection—it’s inevitable. Sooner or later, every one of us will experience it. Some of us, more than once. And every time it happens, it hurts. Romantic Relationships. Friendships. Business deals. Social circles. Churches. Before I continue… this post is not about...

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