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101. How the Fear of the Lord Protects Against Spiritual Abuse
What does the Bible mean by “the fear of the Lord”? And how can a right understanding of it protect against spiritual abuse instead of enabling it?
In this conversation, Lee Anderson and Naomi Wright discuss how abusive leaders misuse spiritual authority, why fear of the Lord should lead to humility and accountability, and the red flags Christians should watch for in unhealthy church leadership.
#beEmboldened (https://business.facebook.com/watch/hashtag/beemboldened?__eep__=6%2F&__cft__[0]=AZa2CK3ieUJU0wkPLBjYl8T5vn70HQtY4I5TJeaLEb3iK90WOEuVbf8tz72mSknanMnGjXDdWp18r-XMWlkVa8iFAJ0NdIz9WKtKcDaQ1y26JjxgUy2V7Cby_Kkv0WanJKw650KKIf2i7PRJ021Y2qkC-soe0-5HDPgqBQhNUMvlqg&__tn__=*NK-R) #SpiritualAbuse (https://business.facebook.com/watch/hashtag/spiritualabuse?__eep__=6%2F&__cft__[0]=AZa2CK3ieUJU0wkPLBjYl8T5vn70HQtY4I5TJeaLEb3iK90WOEuVbf8tz72mSknanMnGjXDdWp18r-XMWlkVa8iFAJ0NdIz9WKtKcDaQ1y26JjxgUy2V7Cby_Kkv0WanJKw650KKIf2i7PRJ021Y2qkC-soe0-5HDPgqBQhNUMvlqg&__tn__=*NK-R) #HealingTogether (https://business.facebook.com/watch/hashtag/healingtogether?__eep__=6%2F&__cft__[0]=AZa2CK3ieUJU0wkPLBjYl8T5vn70HQtY4I5TJeaLEb3iK90WOEuVbf8tz72mSknanMnGjXDdWp18r-XMWlkVa8iFAJ0NdIz9WKtKcDaQ1y26JjxgUy2V7Cby_Kkv0WanJKw650KKIf2i7PRJ021Y2qkC-soe0-5HDPgqBQhNUMvlqg&__tn__=*NK-R) #Gospel (https://business.facebook.com/watch/hashtag/gospel?__eep__=6%2F&__cft__[0]=AZa2CK3ieUJU0wkPLBjYl8T5vn70HQtY4I5TJeaLEb3iK90WOEuVbf8tz72mSknanMnGjXDdWp18r-XMWlkVa8iFAJ0NdIz9WKtKcDaQ1y26JjxgUy2V7Cby_Kkv0WanJKw650KKIf2i7PRJ021Y2qkC-soe0-5HDPgqBQhNUMvlqg&__tn__=*NK-R)
20 Apr 2026
100. Spiritual Abuse & Cover-Up Culture: Warning Signs Every Christian Should Know
What does cover-up culture in churches actually look like—and how can survivors recognize it?
In this conversation, 3 of beEmboldened's mentoring team – Naomi Wright, Anna Kitko, and Therese Grieco – come together to discuss the warning signs of spiritual bypassing, NDAs in ministry settings, rushed “restoration” responses, and the real impact these patterns have on survivors. They also share practical guidance for those processing harmful church experiences—and for Christians who want to respond wisely and compassionately.
Whether you’ve been directly affected, love someone who has, or simply want to understand what’s happening in the broader church right now, this episode offers clarity, language, and hope for moving forward.
#HealingTogether #SpiritualAbuse #SafeSpace #Gospel
20 Nov 2025
99. Escaping Narcissistic Systems: How to Identify and Heal from Toxic Organizations w/ Josh Berger
Can a church or an organization become a narcissistic system?
This eye-opening episode dives into how to recognize, confront, and heal from spiritual and emotional abuse inside communities that control, manipulate, and harm in the name of faith or “purpose.”
Together with Josh Berger, we explore:
What a narcissistic system really is and how it operates
Red flags many people overlook until it’s too late
The impact on your identity, faith, and relationships
Why leaving is so hard (and why it is NOT your fault)
Practical steps to heal, rebuild your voice, and find a healthy community
How to prevent churches and organizations from becoming toxic
This episode is for you if:
✔ Something feels “off” where you worship or work
✔ You’ve experienced manipulation, pressure, or isolation
✔ You are looking for a path toward restoration
✔ You want to protect your community from unhealthy dynamics
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🗓️ Thursday, January 29
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