From Fear to Freedom: Abigail's Journey Out of Religious Trauma

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The Way of Love

Alex Liu

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6 days ago

The Way of Love Podcast is a platform to glorify God and inspire people through stories, conversations and discussions. This podcast carries messages of Faith, Hope and Love. The goal is to inspire believers, build community and help the lost to be saved. Join your host Alex Liu on this journey to leaning deeper into God's presence and His way of love.

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From Fear to Freedom: Abigail's Journey Out of Religious Trauma

The Way of Love

1 hour 13 minutes 6 seconds

5 months ago

From Fear to Freedom: Abigail's Journey Out of Religious Trauma

In this deeply heartfelt episode of The Way of Love Podcast, Abigail joins us to share her raw and redemptive journey of healing from spiritual abuse, religious trauma, and broken family dynamics. Growing up under the heavy weight of a rigid, fear-based religious system (IBLP/ATI), Abigail internalized impossible standards, toxic control, and a distorted view of God’s love.But through the most painful moments of isolation, gut-wrenching pressure, and lies she believed about herself, Abigail encountered the radical love of Jesus in a way that changed her life forever.This episode is anchored in the three themes God placed on her heart:Love – Receiving God's unconditional love even in moments of deep brokenness Redemption – Letting God redeem not only the big wounds but the hidden, overlooked onesReconciliation – A beautiful and unexpected restoration of relationship with her parents—just two weeks before her weddingAlong the way, Abigail opens up about:The emotional and physical impact of spiritual legalismHealing from the pressure of being “the perfect Christian”Breaking generational strongholds and lies through Scripture and therapyChoosing forgiveness, setting boundaries, and learning to love like JesusThe role of prayer, truth, and grace in walking toward freedomThis is a must-listen for anyone walking through deconstruction, healing from church hurt, or longing to reconcile faith with truth and wholeness.Chapters:00:04:04 – Experiencing God's Love 00:08:28 – Abigail’s Introduction to IBLP and Control 00:15:52 – Finding Truth & Breaking Free from Pathological Lies 00:18:45 – "Frozen" & the Double Standard: How IBLP Controlled Women 00:25:31 – Training Obedience: Methods Used on Children 00:29:38 – Survival Mode: Health Issues & Spiritual Nightmares 00:36:15 – God's Grace and Healing from Religious Trauma 00:41:44 – Why People Fall Into Legalism 00:43:14 – 🎬 Ripple Studios Segment 00:44:56 – The Power of Reading Scripture in Context 00:52:02 – Doing Things the Right Way: Nonviolent Communication 00:55:08 – Reconciling With Her Parents 01:01:48 – Forgiveness, Love, and the Power of Prayer