Reclamation: A beEmboldened Initiative
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101. How the Fear of the Lord Protects Against Spiritual Abuse
101. How the Fear of the Lord Protects Against Spiritual Abuse
About this podcast
We exist for those impacted by religious trauma by providing support for prevention of victimization and revictimization, creating a safe space to ask questions and to heal.
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- 101. How the Fear of the Lord Protects Against Spiritual Abuse · 1 h 8 minWhat does the Bible mean by “the fear of the Lord”? And how can a right understanding of it protect against spiritual abuse instead of enabling it? In this conversation, Lee…
- 100. Spiritual Abuse & Cover-Up Culture: Warning Signs Every Christian Should Know · 1 h 34 minWhat does cover-up culture in churches actually look like—and how can survivors recognize it? In this conversation, 3 of beEmboldened's mentoring team – Naomi Wright, Anna…
- 99. Escaping Narcissistic Systems: How to Identify and Heal from Toxic Organizations w/ Josh Berger · 1 h 9 minCan a church or an organization become a narcissistic system? This eye-opening episode dives into how to recognize, confront, and heal from spiritual and emotional abuse inside…
- 98. Should Christians Keep the Torah? Hebrew Roots Movement & Spiritual Abuse w/ R. L. Solberg · 1 h 18 minShould Christians Keep the Torah? In this episode of Reclamation, Naomi talks with apologist and professor R. L. Solberg about the Hebrew Roots Movement (Torahism)—what it…
- 97. Narcissism, Spiritual Abuse, and Healing: A Deep Dive with Josh Berger · 1 h 14 minIn this powerful conversation, Naomi sits down with licensed counselor Josh Berger from Rivers Edge Counseling and Wellness to unpack narcissism, spiritual abuse, and the path…
- 96. Exposing Deliverance Ministry: Clinical Harm, Spiritual Confusion, and a New Path Forward · 59 minDeliverance ministries promise freedom—but at what cost? In this eye-opening conversation, Naomi sits down with clinical apologist Anna Kitko to unpack the real damage caused by…
- 95. Forgiveness Without Repentance? Rethinking What the Bible Really Says · 1 h 37 minIs forgiveness without repentance biblical? What if someone never says they’re sorry? What if you’re told to “just forgive” and move on? In this bold and deeply clarifying…
- 94. From Cult Control to Freedom: Blake’s Story of Leaving Spiritual Abuse · 1 h 34 minIn this deeply personal survivor story, Naomi Wright sits down with Blake, who opens up about his journey through spiritual abuse, cult dynamics, and finding freedom after…
- 93. Mental Health, Faith, and the Church | A Conversation with Bobby Conway. · 51 minBobby Conway has been a voice in apologetics for years, but did you know he also prioritizes mental health in his church? In this conversation, we discuss his journey, the role…
- 92. bE 2024 Impact & 2025 Vision · 1 h 1 minJoin Founder & Executive Director Naomi Wright and Board Chair Natasha Fish as we share about the impact of 2024 and vision for 2025. ----------------- Support this work by…
- 91. Systemic Failure: David Platt and the Hijacking of McLean Bible Church · 1 h 0 minJoin Found & Executive Director Naomi Wright, author/apologist Lindsey Medenwaldt, and Board Chair Natasha Fish as we discuss the systemic failing of David Platt and McLean Bible…
- 90. Back to School: How to Protect Against Cults Recruiting on College Campuses · 56 minDid you know that cults and unhealthy religious groups intentionally target college campuses to recruit followers? If you are a college student or have students going to college…
- 89. From Cult Leader to Truth Teller: Charles' Journey of Courage and Transformation · 1 h 15 minIn this episode of the Reclamation Podcast, we explore the powerful story of leaving a cult through the eyes of a former leader. Charles, a leader who has shown remarkable…
- 88. Word of Faith Unmasked: The Unbiblical Dangers You Need to Know · 1 h 1 minJoin me in a follow-up conversation with Nakita to delve deeper into the theology of the Word of Faith movement. Nakita joined us to discuss the abuse she experienced in a…
- 87. Prophesy & Spiritual Abuse: A Deep Dive with Holly Pivec. · 59 minIn this episode of the Reclamation Podcast, we will talk in-depth about a topic that has been on my mind for some time: prophecy. After reflecting on the subject and ongoing…
- 86. Considering the Mental Health, Diet, and Exercise Relationship as You Heal · 58 minIn this episode of the Reclamation Podcast, we welcome back Dr. Robert Dahl for part two of our discussion on the intersection of physical and mental health! 🧠💪 This time, we're…
- 85. How Sleep Shapes Your Mental Health: The Essential Connection. · 53 minIn this insightful two-part series, Dr. Robert Dahl joins us to explore the deep connections between physical and mental health. In this episode, we delve into the critical role…
- 84. When MLM Meets the Church: Tami’s Powerful Story. · 52 minToday, we're diving into a unique and compelling story that merges faith and business. Our guest shares her experience with a multi-level marketing (MLM) organization intertwined…
- 83. Surviving Spiritual Abuse: Erin’s Experience in a Christian Organization. · 59 minIn this episode of Reclamation Podcast, Naomi is joined by Erin, a courageous survivor sharing her deeply personal story of spiritual abuse within a Christian organization. In…
- 82. Spiritual Abuse Survivors: Effective Ways to Offer Support. · 1 h 8 minIn this episode of the Reclamation Podcast, we switch things up for a fun and insightful conversation where Naomi will be the interviewee. Join us for this critical discussion on…







