CW/TW: This episode includes references to some child physical abuse and to overtly Christian language.

How does our story and theology impact our identity? How do the stories we tell ourselves or are reminded of change the way we see ourselves? How much do they keep us from seeing and embracing our inherent belovedness?

In this week’s episode, I speak with Broken to Beloved board member Brett Deal about his own story and journey from brokenness to belovedness. We talk about following the example of Jesus in walking away from situations and relationships, and the significance of understanding our own stories.

When our unexamined stories are carried forward throughout our lives, how can we begin to understand their meaning? What kind of healing can we find when we address deeper wounds that exacerbate current ones?

Healing and wholeness can be found when we find places and people who offer safety, vulnerability, and an opportunity to be heard, believed, and known. We hope you find that here.

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Get the full show notes and links here. 📄

Episode Resources and Links

• Support Broken to Beloved
• Episode 15 with Chuck DeGroat
• When to Walk Away by Gary Thomas on Bookshop | on Amazon
• Escaping the Maze of Spiritual Abuse by Lisa Oakley and Justin Humphreys on Bookshop | on Amazon
• What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo on Bookshop | on Amazon
• Truth and Repair by Judith Herman on Bookshop | on Amazon

Guest Spotlight

Brett serves in Richmond, VA, at Eternity Church. Over the last 20 years, he has pastored churches in America and Africa, teaching and training new pastors, planting churches as well as revitalizing others recovering from spiritually abusive leadership. He serves local congregations,

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