I Don't Believe in That God: Joy Vetterlein (#230)

Jan 8, 2024

Listen to former worship director and pastor's kid Joy Vetterlein as she discusses her journey of leaving the evangelical church, the challenges of starting over, and the need for more understanding of spiritual abuse. Explore her lack of concern about going to hell, skepticism of evangelism tactics, and the importance of feeling secure in her body. Discover her process of challenging beliefs, embracing personal discernment, and seeking healing outside traditional religious practices. Also, learn about the correlation between spirituality and depression and her hope for her children's sense of safety and purpose through spirituality.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Reevaluating Life Trajectory

01:39 • 27min

Upcoming Break and Benefits of Becoming a Patron

28:39 • 4min

Exploring Belief in Hell and Personal Experiences

32:19 • 3min

Exploring Acceptance by God and Freedom of Thought

35:07 • 3min

Breaking Free from an Airtight System

37:39 • 15min

Spirituality and Children

52:27 • 15min