SpiritualAbuse.Org
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Supporting those from unhealthy churches. Secondary focus is on the United Pentecostal Church. We've been around since 1997.
Website: https://spiritualabuse.org
Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/813830865371192
Website: https://spiritualabuse.org
Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/813830865371192
"Not only are we legalistic by nature, our Christian culture reinforces this attitude in us. ...Though no one ever comes right out and says so, somehow the vague impression is created in our minds that we'd better do those things or God will not bless us." - Jerry Bridges, Transforming Grace
February 4, 2026 at 1:07 PM
"Not only are we legalistic by nature, our Christian culture reinforces this attitude in us. ...Though no one ever comes right out and says so, somehow the vague impression is created in our minds that we'd better do those things or God will not bless us." - Jerry Bridges, Transforming Grace
"A former member of North Little Rock First Assembly of God has sued the church and its lead pastor, Rod Loy, accusing him of sexual abuse that began when she was 16 years old and continued for two decades."
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Lawsuit accuses North Little Rock First Assembly of God pastor of sexual abuse | Arkansas Democrat Gazette
A former member of North Little Rock First Assembly of God has sued the church and its lead pastor, Rod Loy, accusing him of sexual abuse that began when she was 16 years old and continued for two dec...
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February 4, 2026 at 12:41 PM
"A former member of North Little Rock First Assembly of God has sued the church and its lead pastor, Rod Loy, accusing him of sexual abuse that began when she was 16 years old and continued for two decades."
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"There’s a resolution in place of the case involving the pastor and principal of Maranatha Christian School in Florence...
"Officials said they can’t comment on the nature of the conclusion of the case, but said it’s forthcoming."
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"Officials said they can’t comment on the nature of the conclusion of the case, but said it’s forthcoming."
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Resolution granted for pastor, principal in Christian School abuse case: solicitor
There’s a resolution in place of the case involving the pastor and principal of Maranatha Christian School in Florence.
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February 4, 2026 at 12:18 PM
"There’s a resolution in place of the case involving the pastor and principal of Maranatha Christian School in Florence...
"Officials said they can’t comment on the nature of the conclusion of the case, but said it’s forthcoming."
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"Officials said they can’t comment on the nature of the conclusion of the case, but said it’s forthcoming."
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"A former Greene County pastor will spend 10 years in prison for sexually abusing a minor, child endangerment and felony embezzlement.
"A judge handed down that sentence for Rodney Locklear in Greene County Circuit Court Monday, January 5."
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"A judge handed down that sentence for Rodney Locklear in Greene County Circuit Court Monday, January 5."
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Former Greene County pastor sentenced to 10 years for sexual abuse, embezzlement
A former Greene County pastor will spend 10 years in prison for sexually abusing a minor, child endangerment and felony embezzlement.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:37 PM
"A former Greene County pastor will spend 10 years in prison for sexually abusing a minor, child endangerment and felony embezzlement.
"A judge handed down that sentence for Rodney Locklear in Greene County Circuit Court Monday, January 5."
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"A judge handed down that sentence for Rodney Locklear in Greene County Circuit Court Monday, January 5."
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"The case against John Radcliff, II, was continued in order to allow time for the prosecution to find another alleged victim, & the defense made no objection.
"...Radcliff’s wife, Kathy Radcliff, was charged with accessory in the case..."
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"...Radcliff’s wife, Kathy Radcliff, was charged with accessory in the case..."
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Former youth pastor accused of sexually abusing children appears in Lewis County court
A former youth pastor accused of sexually abusing young girls appeared in Lewis County Circuit Court Tuesday morning.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:31 PM
"The case against John Radcliff, II, was continued in order to allow time for the prosecution to find another alleged victim, & the defense made no objection.
"...Radcliff’s wife, Kathy Radcliff, was charged with accessory in the case..."
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"...Radcliff’s wife, Kathy Radcliff, was charged with accessory in the case..."
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Today by 6pm eastern time is the last chance to enter for a chance to win Volume 1. On 3/1 will be a chance to obtain Volume 2. Go to the blog section of our website. Only those with USA mailing addresses may enter.
February 3, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Today by 6pm eastern time is the last chance to enter for a chance to win Volume 1. On 3/1 will be a chance to obtain Volume 2. Go to the blog section of our website. Only those with USA mailing addresses may enter.
"The realization that my daily relationship with God is based on the infinite merit of Christ instead of on my own performance is a very freeing and joyous experience. But it is not meant to be a one-time experience; the truth needs to be affirmed daily." - Jerry Bridges, Transforming Grace
February 3, 2026 at 1:20 PM
"The realization that my daily relationship with God is based on the infinite merit of Christ instead of on my own performance is a very freeing and joyous experience. But it is not meant to be a one-time experience; the truth needs to be affirmed daily." - Jerry Bridges, Transforming Grace
"A volunteer in the Youth Program at Grand Marais Free Church has been arrested and charged with various crimes.
"Micah Avery is charged with false imprisonment, engaging in electronic communication relating to sexual conduct with a child, and coercion."
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"Micah Avery is charged with false imprisonment, engaging in electronic communication relating to sexual conduct with a child, and coercion."
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Church volunteer facing various charges for interactions with youth group member - Fox21Online
Micah David Avery GRAND MARAIS, Minn. – A volunteer in the Youth Program at Grand Marais Free Church has been arrested and charged with various crimes. Micah Avery is charged with false imprisonment, ...
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February 3, 2026 at 12:36 PM
"A volunteer in the Youth Program at Grand Marais Free Church has been arrested and charged with various crimes.
"Micah Avery is charged with false imprisonment, engaging in electronic communication relating to sexual conduct with a child, and coercion."
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"Micah Avery is charged with false imprisonment, engaging in electronic communication relating to sexual conduct with a child, and coercion."
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"Troyce Hernandez 50, of Kennedale, who also goes by 'Troy Hernandez', was arrested by Irving Police on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
"...Hernandez is a well-known figure in the local religious community. Along with his wife, he founded True Grace Church in 2014."
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"...Hernandez is a well-known figure in the local religious community. Along with his wife, he founded True Grace Church in 2014."
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Arlington Pastor Arrested in Irving, Charged with Indecency with a Child
IRVING, TX - A founding pastor of an Arlington-based non-denominational church is behind bars facing a second-degree felony charge of Indecency
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February 3, 2026 at 2:16 AM
"Troyce Hernandez 50, of Kennedale, who also goes by 'Troy Hernandez', was arrested by Irving Police on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
"...Hernandez is a well-known figure in the local religious community. Along with his wife, he founded True Grace Church in 2014."
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"...Hernandez is a well-known figure in the local religious community. Along with his wife, he founded True Grace Church in 2014."
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"The Mattoon pastor who is accused of sharing child pornography pleaded not guilty on Thursday.
"51-year-old Douglas R. Overmyer also waived the formal reading in his case and requested a jury trial."
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"51-year-old Douglas R. Overmyer also waived the formal reading in his case and requested a jury trial."
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February 2, 2026 at 6:07 PM
"The Mattoon pastor who is accused of sharing child pornography pleaded not guilty on Thursday.
"51-year-old Douglas R. Overmyer also waived the formal reading in his case and requested a jury trial."
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"51-year-old Douglas R. Overmyer also waived the formal reading in his case and requested a jury trial."
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Some who have experienced spiritual abuse have spoken out about it in various ways. Some, such as myself, started websites. Some blog, have a podcast or video channel. There are other ways it has been done.
If you have spoken out about spiritual abuse, how did you choose to do so?
If you have spoken out about spiritual abuse, how did you choose to do so?
February 2, 2026 at 12:48 PM
Some who have experienced spiritual abuse have spoken out about it in various ways. Some, such as myself, started websites. Some blog, have a podcast or video channel. There are other ways it has been done.
If you have spoken out about spiritual abuse, how did you choose to do so?
If you have spoken out about spiritual abuse, how did you choose to do so?
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February 2, 2026 at 10:21 AM
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"In the toxic system, the toxic minister will set himself or herself up as having a special destiny or mission that can be performed by no one else. This special anointing or calling many times is nothing more than the pathological need to be valued or esteemed." - Arterburn & Felton, Toxic Faith
February 1, 2026 at 12:10 PM
"In the toxic system, the toxic minister will set himself or herself up as having a special destiny or mission that can be performed by no one else. This special anointing or calling many times is nothing more than the pathological need to be valued or esteemed." - Arterburn & Felton, Toxic Faith
"Religious addicts work themselves up into a frenzy, to experience a religious catharsis. ...They learn how to induce the euphoric rush when excitement turns to hormones flooding the system. What looks to be a supernatural encounter with God is nothing but a chemical reaction..." Felton, Toxic Faith
January 31, 2026 at 11:57 AM
"Religious addicts work themselves up into a frenzy, to experience a religious catharsis. ...They learn how to induce the euphoric rush when excitement turns to hormones flooding the system. What looks to be a supernatural encounter with God is nothing but a chemical reaction..." Felton, Toxic Faith
"The 'us versus them' mentality of the toxic faith leader becomes a part of the addict's mentality. As the dependency on the toxic faith grows, the addicts becomes more hostile and isolated. A new family replaces the old one." - Arterburn & Felton, Toxic Faith
January 30, 2026 at 11:56 AM
"The 'us versus them' mentality of the toxic faith leader becomes a part of the addict's mentality. As the dependency on the toxic faith grows, the addicts becomes more hostile and isolated. A new family replaces the old one." - Arterburn & Felton, Toxic Faith
"The attorney's office said that 54-year-old Michael Mohr of Springfield was charged with one count of producing child pornography.
"Mohr is president of the Central Illinois District of the Lutheran Church –Missouri Synod in Springfield."
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"Mohr is president of the Central Illinois District of the Lutheran Church –Missouri Synod in Springfield."
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Springfield church official arrested for producing child pornography
A Springfield church official was arrested on Wednesday for producing child pornography, according to the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri.
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January 30, 2026 at 7:14 AM
"The attorney's office said that 54-year-old Michael Mohr of Springfield was charged with one count of producing child pornography.
"Mohr is president of the Central Illinois District of the Lutheran Church –Missouri Synod in Springfield."
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"Mohr is president of the Central Illinois District of the Lutheran Church –Missouri Synod in Springfield."
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"A loving God is an incongruity for many people because they were raised in a family where an angry father inflicted his wrath on every member. ...Individuals come to believe God is angry, just as their fathers were angry. They may even associate all love with anger." Arterburn & Felton, Toxic Faith
January 29, 2026 at 1:09 PM
"A loving God is an incongruity for many people because they were raised in a family where an angry father inflicted his wrath on every member. ...Individuals come to believe God is angry, just as their fathers were angry. They may even associate all love with anger." Arterburn & Felton, Toxic Faith