In this first episode of the Healing My Own Issues with Christianity series, I open the door to the wound—naming the ways scripture and religion have been used as chains, especially for Black people and women. From the distortion of the King James Bible to the judgment I witnessed in “church folks,” I share why I once turned away from Christianity and why I’m choosing to face these truths now. This is not about tearing down faith—it’s about naming what has been distorted, so healing and wholeness can begin.

If this conversation resonates with you, I invite you to pause after listening and journal your own story. Where have you felt the wound? Where have you been silenced, judged, or weighed down by distortion? Share your reflections with me—I’d love to hear your journey. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the next step in this healing series.