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Reclamation: A beEmboldened Initiative

We exist for those impacted by religious trauma by providing support for prevention of victimization and revictimization, creating a safe space to ask questions and to heal.

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01:01:45

39. Is God good?: Untwisting the lies told in God's...

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2022/10/27

Harmful religious groups use God as an excuse to be abusive and support it with the Old Testament. As many of you know, Naomi has experienced this in her own life. Today, she can make a distinction between what is actually God and what is humanity, and she can go to God as the safe place He is. It has been a journey of untwisting and figuring out the truth about God’s nature, though. This is why she invited Dr. Paul Copan to join her in a conversation that will bring context, perspective, and light

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01:14:04

38. Repentance and Religious Abuse: How they relate...

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2022/10/13

We see teaching about repentance throughout the New and Old Testament. This practice is shown as an essential aspect of conversion and continued growth. How has this important and beautiful teaching been twisted in abusive and unbiblical ways? This week, Teasi Cannon joined us to discuss what repentance actually looks like versus what it doesn’t. ---------------- Support this work by visitinghttps://www.beemboldened.com/donate to make a tax-deductible donation (formerly Naomi Wright Ministries /

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00:43:24

37. What does the Trinity have to do with spiritual...

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2022/09/29

The doctrine of the Trinity gets brought up weekly in our conversations with people who have suffered religious trauma. A better understanding of this topic will help us get a sound and biblically-based faith, as well as help us to better understand the concerns of the groups our mentees have left. With the questions we’ve been asked in mind, Naomi invited Dr. Roger Olson to join us to talk about this important doctrine of the Christian faith. What does the Bible actually teach about

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01:04:11

36. The spiritual realm and the power of Christ | Part 3

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2022/09/15

Christians are not necessarily taught how dramatically, and tragically spiritual warfare can impact their journey. Many times, they don’t have clarity on what’s truly happening or what it means to “discern.” Add in spiritual abuse, and things can get so much messier. Welcome back for the third and final part in our series with Sharon Beekmann on The Spiritual Realm and The Power of Christ. If you’ve missed Parts 1 and 2, in which we discussed Sharon’s story and the most common questions we get asked

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00:57:42

35. The Spiritual Realm and The Power of Christ | Part 2

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2022/09/01

There is a lot of misinformation about the spiritual realm, including that it doesn't really exist in ways anymore. Because of this, we have countless individuals come to us at bE who don't know how to think about different experiences they've had. Was that dream their own? Or from God? Or elsewhere? Sharon Beekmann shares her thoughts on these and other questions in part two of our spiritual warfare series, as she reaffirms the importance of speaking about Christ's victory over evil. Visit Sharon's

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00:54:26

34. The spiritual realm and the power of Christ | Part 1

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2022/08/18

When leaving abusive religious situations, many continue to be attacked in various ways. This can be a very confusing time as they usually don't know what to do. Sharon Beekmann find herself in this situation when she decided to step out of the New Age practices. In this two-part series, Sharon, who today is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Presbyterian Church and a retired Associated Faculty member at Denver Seminary, shares with us her fascinating story. ---------------- Support this work

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00:48:42

33. How to understand the complexity of trauma and...

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2022/08/04

Spiritual abuse often generates a deep sense of loneliness and isolation. This can be compounded by the reality that those who are suffering often encounter great misunderstanding of the issue both inside and outside the Church. In this episode, Naomi asked Anna Kitko a series of questions that can help you understand more about religious trauma and how to better engage people who have a story to tell. ---------------- Support this work by visitinghttps://www.beemboldened.com/donate to make a

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00:51:07

32. What Michael's story can teach you about leading...

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2022/07/15

When Michael first became a volunteer in his church, he had no previous experience or knowledge about how to teach the Bible or lead others. Nor was he taught while in this leadership position. Unfortunately, this experience is not unique to Michael, which is deeply unfortunate because it can set the stage for spiritual abuse. Listen to Michael's story about how this affected his life and many others in his circle. ---------------- Support this work by visitinghttps://www.beemboldened.com/donate to

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01:07:33

31. Bible Translations: Why So Many?

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2022/06/30

Are there translations of the Bible that should be avoided? Or is one version better than another? These may be some of the questions you have when deciding which translation to use for yourself or your family. In this episode, Naomi and Lemon share some important tools to help you answer these questions and navigate your own decisions. Don't miss this practical conversation! ---------------- Support this work by visitinghttps://www.beemboldened.com/donate to make a tax-deductible donation (formerly

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00:40:36

30. Intersection of Cults and Human Trafficking:...

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2022/06/16

In this episode, Naomi invited Megan to have a conversation about the overlap that exists between cults and human trafficking. Megan, herself, grew up in a cult environment and was then lured and trapped into the commercial sex industry. How did this happen to her? And how does it continue to happen to others? Listen to find out. ---------------- Support this work by visitinghttps://www.beemboldened.com/donate to make a tax-deductible donation (formerly Naomi Wright Ministries / NWM).

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00:56:47

29. Amy's Story: From Heartbreak to Healing

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2022/06/02

Amy's family was asked to leave the religious community of which they were a part, which triggered a series of events that led her to struggle with her faith. Today, Amy is a solid Christian who is part of a ministry that helps young people find the truth of who Jesus is. Don't miss this wonderful conversation of healing and redemption! ---------------- Support this work by visitinghttps://www.beemboldened.com/donate to make a tax-deductible donation (formerly Naomi Wright Ministries / NWM).

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00:57:31

28. Understanding tithing in a proper, healthy, and...

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2022/05/19

Tithing is a subject that people are often confused about, which has unfortunately resulted in it being used as a form of control and manipulation in certain religious environments. Should we tithe or not? Is it really a commandment that Jesus affirmed? In this opportunity, we have the company of Dr. Blomberg who has shared this topic extensively and will help us clarify the issue. ---------------- Support this work by visitinghttps://www.beemboldened.com/donate to make a tax-deductible donation

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01:22:27

27. The Top Most Twisted Lines of Revelation!

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2022/05/06

In the first episode of this two-part conversation, we discussed the major aspects of the book of Revelation. In this second episode, it's time to get into the details! Listen to Dr. David Mathewson respond to these KEY aspects that will lead us to a greater understanding of the text, and help prevent you from getting lured into a religiously abusive group.

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01:08:49

26. The Book of Revelation Wins Most Used to Abuse

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2022/04/21

It's understandable that this last book in the Bible has been the center of a lot of controversy over the years. What do we know, though, and how can we protect ourselves against false teachers? Dr. David Mathewson joins us for Part 1 of 2! Book by Dr. Mathewson: https://amzn.to/3vCOhwf ---------------- Support this work by visitinghttps://www.beemboldened.com/donate to make a tax-deductible donation (formerly Naomi Wright Ministries / NWM).

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01:04:51

25. Rule #1: Don't Tell a Cult Member They're in a Cult

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2022/04/07

The word "cult" gets thrown around a lot, but what actually constitutes a cult? And if someone is in a cult, is it helpful or harmful to tell them so? Lindsey Medenwaldt gives us tools to navigate these interactions. Support this work by visitinghttps://www.beemboldened.com/donate to make a tax-deductible donation (formerly Naomi Wright Ministries / NWM).

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01:11:33

24. When the Sermon Doesn't Match Scripture:...

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2022/03/24

What do you do when the preaching from the pulpit and your Bible reading contradict one another? Jennifer shares her authentic and vulnerable story about how her questioning almost caused her to walk away from God. https://castingpearlsproject.com/ ---------------- Support this work by visitinghttps://www.beemboldened.com/donate to make a tax-deductible donation (formerly Naomi Wright Ministries / NWM).

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00:58:49

23. Spiritual Abuse and Divorce: What You Need to...

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2022/03/11

How do you navigate relationships when leaving a spiritually abusive environment? If you're wanting to honor God, but are unsure what that means and how to apply scripture to your circumstances, then listen in as Naomi and Dr. Blomberg discuss this painful and heavy topic. Support this work by visitinghttps://www.beemboldened.com/donate to make a tax-deductible donation (formerly Naomi Wright Ministries / NWM).

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00:58:46

22. What do we mean by "deconstruction"? A pitfall...

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2022/02/24

Deconstruction is a hot topic. Not everyone means the same thing when they say they are deconstructing their faith. So what is everyone talking about, and how could this land you in a mess by accident? Tune in to Naomi and Lemon’s conversation to find out. ----------- Support this work by visitinghttps://www.beemboldened.com/donateto make a tax-deductible donation (formerly Naomi Wright Ministries / NWM).

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01:02:42

21. If the Bible has been used to hurt you, it's time...

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2022/01/27

Religiously abusive groups often take Bible passages out of context, then use them to exploit others. Do you know how to use your Bible to check what they’re telling you? Naomi and Lemon will teach you how. Support this work by visitingbeEmboldened.com/donateto make a tax deductible donation (formerly Naomi Wright Ministries / NWM). ________ For more information: How to Read the Bible for All it's Worth Introduction to Biblical Interpretation Denver Journal NIV Study Bible Bible Concordance The

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00:50:15

20. Are you afraid to ask questions about your...

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2022/01/13

Deciding to investigate your worldview can feel risky, or even straight-up terrifying. There's so much to potentially lose if you find out everything is a lie. Do you even want to know? Despite having lived the losses themselves, Naomi and Lemon share why they think the decision to ask questions is always worth it. Support this work by visitingbeEmboldened.com/donateto make a tax deductible donation (formerly Naomi Wright Ministries / NWM). ________ For more information: Free and Clear Show Cold

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