Description

In this powerful episode of the Finding God Podcast, host Keana W. Mitchell explores the emotional and spiritual impact of toxic church culture and how setting boundaries can be a sacred act of healing. Building on last week’s episode about fear-based theology and its effects on mental health, Keana dives into how exclusion, racism, spiritual abuse, and prosperity gospel distort the image of God and damage our relationship with the Divine.

Through Scripture, psychological insight, and trauma-informed reflection, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and practical tools for reclaiming your spiritual autonomy. Whether you’ve experienced religious trauma or are simply seeking a more authentic connection with God, this episode affirms that you are worthy of love, safety, and spiritual clarity.

📖 Topics Covered:

• What church culture is and how it becomes toxic
• The emotional and psychological toll of exclusion, racism, and spiritual abuse
• How toxic theology distorts our view of God
• What Scripture says about the true purpose of the church
• The importance of knowing God for yourself
• How to set boundaries that protect your peace and reflect your values

🧠 Key Scriptures:

• Acts 2:42–47 – The early church as a place of unity and generosity
• Galatians 3:28 – Spiritual equality in Christ
• Micah 6:8 – God’s call to justice, mercy, and humility
• Jeremiah 29:13 – Seeking God with your whole heart
• John 15:5 – Abiding in God as the source of life
• John 4:23 – Worshiping in spirit and truth

🛡️ Healing Takeaways:

• Boundaries are sacred and spiritually necessary
• You are allowed to walk away from harmful church environments
• God is not confined to a building God is with you in your healing
• You can seek and find God for yourself, outside of toxic systems

🎶 Featured Song:

“The Answer” by Uniquely Chosen A soul-stirring anthem for anyone searching for clarity, healing, and truth. This song reminds us that God is the answer and that stepping away from toxic church culture can be the first step toward spiritual restoration.

💬 Call to Action:

If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who’s healing from religious trauma or questioning their spiritual path. Follow, rate, and review the podcast to help others find this safe and sacred space.