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Spiritual Abuse

Mike Tucker presents "Debunking Scriptural Support for Abusive Relationships"

Spiritual abuse is when someone with religious power uses it to control those under their care. It is very important to prevent and end this behavior in our churches and communities. In this educational video, David Sedlacek explores Spiritual abuse and how it address and prevent it. Our churches are supposed to be places where we can find support and healing, not fear and manipulation.

In this video, Doug Tilstra discusses spiritual abuse and how it can present itself within the Seventh-day Adventist church. He also helps us learn how to prevent treating people in this way. Instead, we need to show people the love of Jesus instead of making our culture and traditions the sum of our Christianity. What can your church do to stop and prevent spiritual abuse?

Please Note: Church processes should never be considered a substitute for mandatory reports of abuse to governmental authorities or for facilitating access to mental health care professionals or safety resources. If someone is currently experiencing abuse or is in immediate danger, the priority should be their immediate safety and well-being rather than engaging internal church processes, which may not be able to respond immediately and are not designed to address safety issues or provide mental health assistance.

  • Required or mandatory reports should be made to the appropriate governmental authority, such as law enforcement, the department of social services, or child protective services, whether the victim agrees or not, as required by law.

  • Discretionary reports involving adults may be made with the victim’s consent.

  • Other assistance, including referrals to mental health professionals, community domestic violence organizations, shelters, and other safety resources, should be provided based on the circumstances.

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Need help now? National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1−800−799−7233 or visit thehotline.org

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