Description

Do you feel a knot in your stomach when you disagree with your pastor? Have you been taught that your leader is God's "covering" over your life? In this episode, we dismantle the dangerous lie that "Pastor = God" and give you the tools to reclaim your spiritual autonomy.

If you have ever felt like you need permission to be an adult in your own life, or if you fear that leaving a church means losing God's protection, this episode is for you. We combine biblical truth with trauma-informed psychology to help you spot the red flags of spiritual abuse and heal your nervous system from religious trauma.

In this episode, we cover:

• The "Check Engine" light: Why you shouldn't ignore your gut feelings in church.
• The "Parent-Pastor" Trap: How toxic leaders keep you dependent.
• Theology Deep Dive: What 1 Timothy 2:5 really says about "spiritual covering."
• Somatic Work: A guided body scan to release fear.
• Practical Scripts: Exactly what to say to set boundaries with controlling leaders.

Resources Mentioned:

• Book a 1:1 Counseling Session with Elisha: [Link]

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