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Have you ever wondered if showing grace means letting someone keep hurting you? In this episode, I sit down with Kris Reece, author of Breaking the Narcissist’s Grip, to talk about narcissism, manipulation, and what healthy boundaries actually look like for Christians.
We unpack some hard but freeing truths—like how love bombing and gaslighting can sneak into even “Christian” relationships, and why grace doesn’t mean enabling toxic behavior. Kris shares powerful wisdom on self-reflection, healing, and what it really takes for someone to change.
This episode is a reminder that boundaries aren’t unloving—they’re an act of love. And that healing starts when we invite God to show us who we are in Him and how to live in truth, not confusion.
Listen in to learn:
What narcissism can look like in Christian settings
How to tell the difference between grace and enabling
Why boundaries are an act of love, not rejection
How manipulation often begins with charm and ends in control
What true healing and accountability look like in toxic relationships
Key Quote:“Grace says, ‘I love you enough to hold you accountable.’ Enabling says, ‘I’m afraid to upset you, so I’ll keep the peace even if it costs me mine.’” — Kris Reece
Connect with Kris Reece:
https://krisreece.com/
YouTube
Podcast
Chapters
00:00 Defining Narcissism and Its Traits
02:31 Manipulation and Its Forms
05:17 The Role of Grace and Boundaries
07:55 Healthy Boundaries in Relationships
10:40 The Impact of Toxic Relationships
13:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
19:51 Understanding Boundaries in Relationships
21:17 Navigating Toxic Relationships
23:39 The Complexity of Manipulation
25:18 Recognizing Narcissistic Behavior
27:00 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
30:04 Rebuilding After Toxic Relationships
34:28 Setting Boundaries for Healthy Relationships
38:10 Hope for Change in Narcissists
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By Megan Estes-Expert Encourager & Author of "Loving the Mom God Created You to Be"Hi friends!
Have you followed the Only Love Today show? If so, thank you so much!
Could you take two seconds and follow along and rate/review this show? Thank you so much!
Related Episodes You'll Love!
Episode #33 with Chris Coursey as we delve into 4 habits of joy-filled marriages, joy and neuroscience
Episode #29 with Cara Nitz-Strenthening Your Marriage Through God's Design of Biblical Femininity
Episode #16 with Dr. Michelle Anthony-Becoming a Spiritually Healthy Family and Avoiding the 6 Dysfunctional Parenting Styles
✝️💫If you’re ready to take the next step in understanding how God uniquely wired you, grab my Free Spiritual Gifts Quiz! It’s a simple way to discover your gifts and how to use them to love others well—even in difficult relationships.
👉 Take the free quiz here: https://www.onlylovetoday.com/resources
🌸 Ready to grow spiritually and live with purpose and humble confidence? Check out my signature course:
❤️ Loving the Mom God Created You to Be📘 onlylovetoday.com/loving-the-mom-god-created-you-to-be
🎥 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to my YouTube channel @onlylovetodaymom for more Christ-centered encouragement.
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Have you ever wondered if showing grace means letting someone keep hurting you? In this episode, I sit down with Kris Reece, author of Breaking the Narcissist’s Grip, to talk about narcissism, manipulation, and what healthy boundaries actually look like for Christians.
We unpack some hard but freeing truths—like how love bombing and gaslighting can sneak into even “Christian” relationships, and why grace doesn’t mean enabling toxic behavior. Kris shares powerful wisdom on self-reflection, healing, and what it really takes for someone to change.
This episode is a reminder that boundaries aren’t unloving—they’re an act of love. And that healing starts when we invite God to show us who we are in Him and how to live in truth, not confusion.
Listen in to learn:
What narcissism can look like in Christian settings
How to tell the difference between grace and enabling
Why boundaries are an act of love, not rejection
How manipulation often begins with charm and ends in control
What true healing and accountability look like in toxic relationships
Key Quote:“Grace says, ‘I love you enough to hold you accountable.’ Enabling says, ‘I’m afraid to upset you, so I’ll keep the peace even if it costs me mine.’” — Kris Reece
Connect with Kris Reece:
https://krisreece.com/
YouTube
Podcast
Chapters
00:00 Defining Narcissism and Its Traits
02:31 Manipulation and Its Forms
05:17 The Role of Grace and Boundaries
07:55 Healthy Boundaries in Relationships
10:40 The Impact of Toxic Relationships
13:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
19:51 Understanding Boundaries in Relationships
21:17 Navigating Toxic Relationships
23:39 The Complexity of Manipulation
25:18 Recognizing Narcissistic Behavior
27:00 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
30:04 Rebuilding After Toxic Relationships
34:28 Setting Boundaries for Healthy Relationships
38:10 Hope for Change in Narcissists