Sons of Patriarchy

Psycho Therapy

Apr 26, 2025
Peter Bell, host of the Sons of Patriarchy podcast and researcher on Doug Wilson, shares his insightful journey from church upbringing to confronting patriarchal structures in Christian counseling. He describes the troubling narrative of Mark Driscoll's appeal to young men and how it perpetuates harmful principles. Peter reveals the insular ecosystem of Christ Church, where abuse is often mishandled and minimized. The discussion also highlights the misleading nature of neuthetic counseling, emphasizing scripture as the sole solution for complex issues.
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INSIGHT

Long Game Of Cultural Takeover

  • Doug Wilson intentionally built influence through decades of strategic cultural and institutional work.
  • His vision centers on Christian patriarchy and transforming Moscow into a theocratic model for wider change.
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Counseling Framed As Spiritual Diagnosis

  • Christ Church's biblical counseling frames psychological problems primarily as spiritual failings or hidden sin.
  • That framework can shift responsibility onto individuals and minimize the need for secular mental health care.
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Theology That Undermines Autonomy

  • Wilson's rhetoric on gender presents authority and submission as creationally ordained and central to marital sexual dynamics.
  • Those teachings can be used to justify minimizing women's autonomy and consent in relationships.
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