The New Evangelicals Podcast 186. Holy Runaways From Harmful Religion // Matthias Roberts
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Nov 6, 2023 Therapist and author, Matthias Roberts, discusses his book 'Holy Runaways' with host Tim. They talk about Matthias' background in Evangelism and why he walked away, the nervous system in relation to religious trauma, and the possibility of healthy communities centered around Jesus.
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Matthias's Upbringing
- Matthias Roberts grew up in fundamentalist evangelicalism and was homeschooled.
- Realizing he was gay at 11 significantly impacted his life.
Matthias's Current Beliefs
- Matthias's belief system and spirituality remain within Christianity.
- However, he finds it difficult to firmly label himself as "Christian."
Purpose of "Holy Runaways"
- "Holy Runaways" serves as a guide for individuals at different stages of processing religious harm.
- It addresses both those awakening to harm and those further along, seeking deeper healing.