She Was Trafficked by a Pastor… How God Turned Trauma Into PurposeThis is a powerful and raw conversation about human trafficking, trauma, faith, and healing.In this episode of Reverend Jocelyn Talks, I sit down with Dr. Teresa Merriweather, a survivor of sex trafficking who courageously shares her story of being trafficked, carrying shame in silence, and experiencing what she calls “mental prison” long after the physical danger ended.Dr. Teresa reveals how her trafficker was a trusted pastor, how spiritual abuse shattered her faith, and how God ultimately led her through healing, truth, and purpose. This conversation addresses the hidden realities of sex trafficking, trauma bonding, shame, and the long journey toward wholeness.In this episode, we discuss:- What human trafficking really looks like (and who it affects)- Mental imprisonment caused by trauma and secrecy- Spiritual abuse and faith deconstruction- The difference between being a victim, survivor, and thriver- How God redeems pain and restores purpose- Why healing has no timeline- Turning trauma into ministry and impactThis conversation is for:- Survivors of human trafficking or abuse- Women wrestling with shame, secrecy, or faith after trauma- Ministry leaders and faith communities seeking understanding- Anyone searching for hope, healing, and redemption⚠️ Viewer discretion advised: Sensitive topics are discussed.🎟️ Dr. Teresa Merriweather is also a featured speaker at our upcoming Ministry Launch Conference, a virtual event for women answering God’s call to ministry and purpose.👉 Subscribe for faith-centered conversations on healing, purpose, and ministry leadership.👉 Share this episode to help raise awareness and bring hope to someone who needs it.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:[00:00] – Intro[01:13] – Welcome & Introduction to Dr. Theresa Meriwether[03:05] – What Human Trafficking Really Is[05:14] – When the Trafficker Is a Trusted Pastor[09:25] – From Self-Hatred to Healing[15:10] – Purpose Before the World’s Opinion[18:00] – Turning Pain Into Ministry[20:37] – Trauma, Trial, and Triumph[23:00] – Encouragement for Survivors[27:21] – What Healing Really Looks Like[29:39] – Ministry, Advocacy, and Next StepsFOLLOW DR. TERESA MERRIWEATHER:Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/teresa.merriweatherIf you need Christian trauma-healing support, visit:📌 https://www.faithonthejourney.org/If you’re a sister who feels called to ministry, download your free starter kit:📌 https://sisterstartyourministry.com/You can schedule a Breakthrough Call with me:📌 https://revjocelyn.com/breakthrough-session✨ Follow Rev. Jocelyn:➡️ http://facebook.com/RevJocelyn➡️ http://instagram.com/revjocelyn➡️ https://tiktok.com/@revjocelynjjones➡️ http://linkedin.com/in/revjocelyn➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-on-the-journey-conversations-with-jocelyn/id1528800662➡️ https://open.spotify.com/show/2b2cHzZHeuIrI3SjRVcfxk#HumanTraffickingAwareness #SexTraffickingSurvivor #FaithAfterTrauma #HealingJourney #ChristianTestimony #TraumaHealing #WomenOfFaith #SpiritualAbuse #FromPainToPurpose #SurvivorStory #Rev.Jocelyn #RevJocelynTalks #Podcast #ChristianPodcast #Healing