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Episode 204: Untangling Toxic Teachings on Suffering ft. Rebecca Davis

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The Toxicity of Victim Mentality and Newthetic Counseling

This chapter explores the concept of victim mentality in evangelical circles and how it is discussed, particularly in relation to John McArthur's teachings. It delves into the dangers of newthetic counseling and highlights a case of a woman being excommunicated for seeking help with her abusive husband. The chapter also addresses the harmful mindset of blaming the victim and discusses the need to dismantle the concept of superior righteousness. Additionally, it criticizes biblical counseling for ignoring trauma, abuse, and the presence of wickedness in our world.

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