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🎙 Episode Summary

If you've been hurt by a church, religious leaders, or even loved ones who used faith as a weapon, you’re not alone. Religious trauma is real, and it can leave deep emotional and spiritual scars. But one of the most powerful steps in healing is recognizing this:

Most of the time, it’s people who have hurt us—not the church as a whole, and certainly not God.

In this episode of The Keith Brown Show, I break down why this distinction is so crucial, how it can help us move forward, and three powerful ways to keep this perspective in mind. Whether you're struggling with church-related wounds, deconstructing your faith, or looking for a way to reconnect with God in a healthier way, this conversation is for you.

💡 Key Takeaways from This Episode:

✔ Why People Hurt Us, Not God
 

• Churches, pastors, and religious leaders are human—they make mistakes.
• Many toxic teachings come from misinterpretations rather than true faith.

✔ Challenge the Narrative You’ve Been Told
 

• Ask yourself: Was that really God’s voice, or just a human claiming to speak for Him?
• Learn how to differentiate true spiritual principles from man-made religious rules.

✔ Look for God Outside of the Places That Hurt You
 

• Faith isn’t confined to a building—God can be found in nature, love, and personal moments.
• Stepping away from toxic environments can actually bring you closer to God.

✔ Redefine Faith on Your Terms
 

• Faith after trauma doesn’t have to look the same as it once did.
• You are allowed to explore spirituality without fear, shame, or guilt.

✔ Final Thoughts & Encouragement
 

• Healing takes time, but you don’t have to navigate it alone.
• “Don’t let broken people define a perfect God.”
• Subscribe for more content on healing religious trauma and building a faith that empowers you!

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Until next time... heal your hurts, move your mountains, and may God bless you!



 

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