In this episode of Staying Rooted, we’re having an honest, uncomfortable, but deeply necessary conversation about church hurt, mental health, addiction, and what it actually means to follow Jesus.

I also share personal experiences with church hurt and reflect on themes from Healing Hurts Too by Alicia Tassy — a book that beautifully reminds us that finding Jesus doesn’t magically erase pain, and that healing is often messy.

If you’ve ever felt judged in church, made to feel too broken for God, or drifted from your faith because you didn’t feel like you belonged… this episode is for you.

Jesus loves sinners. And thank God — because that includes all of us.

*Content Note: This episode discusses topics such as mental health, addiction, and suicide. Listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you love is struggling or in crisis, please reach out to a trusted person or a mental health professional. You’re not alone.