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I used to think my observations were just a conspiracy theory, just the wild imagination of a girl who spent a decade in a cult. But I’m starting to think that Bill Gothard’s teachings have seeped into more of Evangelcial Christianity than anyone wants to admit. And while they seem benign at first glance, they are dark, deceptive, and damaging. It’s time to expose the lies for what they are! Find all of my stickers at my Etsy store: Be Simply You. Everything is restocked and ready to ship. 😁 I kinda love this trend because it gives people a chance to be warned. I’m not really here to create content or be a lifestyle influencer. I’m just here to share thoughts, make people feel seen, and provide a third way. So I’m pretty sure that the founder of YWAM had ties to Bill Gothard’s teachings. And if that is the case, it’s no wonder people have been damaged. 😭 @bbtbpod @johnnaraeharris Part two of my ranty lament about young adults, spiritual abuse, and Christian organizations like YWAM. And also, as a cult survivor who still loves Jesus, he is worth picking apart lies to find. I promise. 💕 Part one of two from my ranty lament about the spiritual abuse done to young adults in the name of Jesus at Christian organizations. I’m writing this with a mix of anger and deep sorrow in my heart. Heartache is a good word. It will probably be a bit of a rant, so consider yourself warned. The last twenty-five years have been a wild journey. Grateful for a Living God who showed up when I wasn’t even looking and pulled me out of the lies and twisted truths I was living in. Grateful to be able to share my story and use my experiences to help others. But it’s WILD that my weird story is suddenly so relevant. 😳 How come we have a whole demonic spirit label taken out of context and the guys get nothing? Hmmm??
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    I Don’t Want to be an Evangelical Anymore

    Fair warning: I am passionate but trying to be loving at the same time. We’ve screwed it up, you guys. Big time. I read an article a few days ago with a quote by Michael Steele (former chair of the Republican National Committee). Mr. Steele was angry with Evangelical leaders who were once again defending President Trump. What he said has haunted me ever since. “I have a very simple admonition at this point. Just shut the hell up and don’t ever preach to me about anything ever again. I don’t want to hear it.” His statement made me catch my breath. I was not offended. In fact, I absolutely…

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    Learning from People I Thought I Disagreed with…

    About a month ago, I set out on a journey of learning and discovery through reading. You know what I’ve discovered so far? I’m kind of a jerk. Good to know, huh? 😉 When I first started my book proposal a couple of years ago, there were three books somewhat contemporary to mine that totally irritated me. Not that I’d ever read them, mind you. But I knew (or thought I knew) the conclusions the authors came to and I disagreed with them. These women had all become disillusioned with evangelical Christianity and were looking for something different. They had significant followings. It irritated me. Prideful much? In my last…

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Christy Lynne Wood

Christy is a lover of Jesus and a hater of religion. She is a writer, speaker, podcaster, and hopeful author. After spending her teens in a cultic subgroup of Christianity, Christy is passionate about the truth and about helping people find a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ.

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