The Roys Report Finding Jesus After Church Trauma
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Apr 10, 2025 Mary DeMuth, an author and speaker, recounts her profound journey of healing after facing trauma in a megachurch in Dallas. She sheds light on the disparity between church success and genuine spirituality, advocating for true pastoral care. The conversation delves into her disillusionment with church leadership dynamics, exploring themes of authority and compassion. Through her insights on the Good Samaritan parable, Mary emphasizes the necessity for church leaders to support those in pain, highlighting the transformative power of community and prayer in the healing process.
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Church Trauma Experience
- Mary DeMuth shares her painful experience in a Dallas megachurch marked by misogyny and being dismissed despite seminary credentials.
- Their disillusionment started when a leader openly said they would never be used, signaling it was no longer their church.
Good Samaritan as Church Metaphor
- The Good Samaritan story illustrates the contrast between harmful church leaders and true compassion.
- Genuine ministry involves tending to the wounded, not exploiting or ignoring them.
Ezekiel 34 on Bad Shepherds
- Ezekiel 34 condemns shepherds who exploit sheep instead of caring for the weak.
- Such leaders are enemies of God and will lose their right to lead His flock.
