Religion
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Trump’s Rhetoric on Christian Persecution in America
Discussion of Donald Trump’s divisive statements at the Turning Point Believers Summit.
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Joshua Generation
I grew up fully indoctrinated and entrenched in the idea that I would be a part of a new generation that was “on fire for god.” One that was going to take back America for god. And while that lofty idea (of the “Joshua generation”) has mostly fizzled out. It seems like at least a…
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"Inverting" Gender
“Happy Pride Month” from a homophobic family member CW: Homophobic language, conspiracies, and discussion of gore / death (animal). Yesterday I woke up to a text from my father. The practice of “inverting” a child’s sex is a SATANIC RITUAL element within the occult. No context. No more information or any conversation after that. Just…
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Converted and Cloistered Ages 5-7 (Part 2)
During their time at NTM Durham or shortly after returning, the author’s parents were influenced by heavy quiverfull ideas and theology. Despite not fully embracing it, the concepts shaped their family planning. They moved back to the US, faced marital and church challenges, and adopted homeschooling with limited exposure to the outside world. The author’s…
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NTM and Ministry Ages 0-4 (Part 1)
N.J. shares a personal autobiography series, describing their parents’ missionary aspirations and the challenging upbringing it entailed. Raised in a high-pressure, highly religious environment, the family underwent intense training for missionary life, including living off the grid. Despite learning about abuse within the missionary community, N.J. reflects on their parents’ unwavering commitment to their faith.
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Speaking Up
The author details their experience with neglect and abuse in their fundamental Baptist community. They highlight the dismissal of responsibility or compliancy in the abuse, and evangelicals’ reliance on faith or the afterlife for justice. They call for accountability and urge others to speak out against harm in their communities, emphasizing the need for safe…
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Obedience / To Train Up a Child
The content discusses experiences and reflections on abusive child-rearing practices advocated by Michael Pearl and Gary Ezzo, emphasizing the damaging effects of instant and complete obedience training on children’s emotional well-being and relationships with their parents.
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Nehemiah’s Story – Day of the Homeschooled Child
The CRHE or Coalition for Responsible Home Education has pushed for April 30th to be “Day of the Homeschooled Child.” They have asked for stories that wouldn’t be traditionally told by homeschool alumni. “Some homeschooled children grow up in families that exploit lax homeschool laws to isolate, neglect, and abuse them. Hidden away from any…
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Set Up for Failure (The Gospel Hall Part 3)
The author’s post reflects their experience transitioning from an independent Baptist church to a conservative religious group, the gospel hall assemblies. They sought community and friendship and were initially drawn to the communal sharing within the group. However, they discovered restrictive gender roles and oppressive teachings, leading them to feel marginalized and unwelcome. The harmful…
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Set Up for Failure (Part 2 Pensacola Christian College)
The author discusses their experience at Pensacola Christian College, highlighting the college’s authoritarian and manipulative use of religious authority. They note the enforcement of strict rules, manipulation through guilt and fear, and instances of abuse and trauma inflicted on students. The lack of autonomy and the punitive structure hindered academic and personal growth.
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