Wolves don't always howl—they whisper promises, prophetic words, and affirmations that feel like truth. In this powerful episode, we expose the chilling tactics of false prophets and teachers who prey on vulnerability, twist scripture, and manipulate trust to control their victims. Drawing from Matthew 7:15, 2 Peter, and real-world insights, we unpack the step-by-step progression of spiritual abuse—from subtle grooming to devastating domination or discard. Learn to spot the red flags, discern stolen fruit, and protect your heart from deception. 🐺💡 Tune in for a crucial conversation that equips you to break free and stand firm in truth. Subscribe, share, and join us! #SpiritualAbuse #FalseProphets #Discernment #ChristianPodcast #SpiritualWarfare

This episode is Part 2 of 2 dedicated to telling our story of the spiritual abuse we experienced by Josiah and Jennifer Johnson. In this episode, we go into more of the specific instances of how we were manipulated, coerced, and made to believe that what was being done to us was biblical. We go into our story in great detail here: https://wolvesnotsheep.org/josiah-and-jennifer-johnson/ The purpose of these two episodes is to begin building context to help our listeners understand what fuels our passion behind our discussions. This story is not solely what this podcast is for by any means, but our story will be used to teach and make others aware of such tactics and to raise awareness of these issues in the church.

This is the first episode dedicated to telling our story of the spiritual abuse we experienced by Josiah and Jennifer Johnson. In this episode, we go into some of the specific instances of how we were manipulated, coerced, and made to believe that what was being done to us was biblical. We go into our story in great detail here: https://wolvesnotsheep.org/josiah-and-jennifer-johnson/ The purpose of this episode is to begin building context to help our listeners understand what fuels our passion behind our discussions. This story is not solely what this podcast is for by any means, but our story will be used to teach and make others aware of such tactics and to raise awareness of these issues in the church.

In this episode, we tell a brief segment of our story including our journeys with The Lord, how we met, and how God moved us to Alabama. We would love to hear from you in the comments! Ask questions and make comments. As this show progresses, we will be doing Q&A videos throughout the show.

Welcome to the first episode of Sword and Trowel: Protecting the Sheep and Building the Church! In this kickoff, we're laying out what you can expect from this podcast as we take on the mission of defending the flock and fortifying the faith. We'll be tackling hard-hitting topics like spiritual abuse, identifying wolves in sheep's clothing, and understanding church government—all while equipping you with practical, biblical tools to protect yourself and others. Think of this as your roadmap: a blend of bold truth, deep insight, and actionable steps to help believers stand strong and build up the church. Tune in to discover what's ahead and why this journey matters. Let's dig in!