The Jennie Allen Podcast Confession, Freedom, and the Power of Telling the Truth with Tim Ross
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Oct 16, 2025 In this engaging conversation, Tim Ross, a pastor and host of The Basement, opens up about his journey from childhood trauma to healing through confession. He shares how confronting secrecy can lead to freedom, the vital role of therapy in personal growth, and the importance of creating safe spaces for vulnerability. Tim passionately advocates for grace and patience in our journeys and reflects on cultivating childlike faith. He also discusses the optimism he finds in younger generations embracing faith while critiquing divisiveness within the church.
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Freedom Through Family Confession
- Tim Ross describes being sexually abused at eight, becoming a "professional liar" to protect his family, and later turning to pornography as a coping mechanism.
- At 19 he confessed to his mother, which sparked a night of family-wide confession and felt like a 2,000-pound slab lifted from his chest.
Born Again And Still Struggling
- Tim admits he was a "born again porn addict" and preached while still struggling for years despite altar calls and spiritual pressure to be instantly healed.
- He pursued long-term therapy and accountability for 27 years to address deep-rooted trauma and behavioral patterns.
Same Humanity, Different Reactions
- Tim notes Christians often accept ancient Bible characters' flaws but quickly cancel contemporary leaders for similar faults.
- He argues for consistent empathy, recognizing human messiness across time and people.
