#156: The Hidden Reality of Modern-Day Slavery with Jeff Tiegs

In this episode of Pastors Unfiltered, Pastor Tony and Pastor Brandon sit down with Jeff Tiegs, retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, former Delta Force operator, author, and founder of Skull Games.Jeff shares about his 26 years in the military, his time serving in special operations, living in Israel, and how God eventually led him into the fight against commercial sex trafficking.This conversation is honest, heavy, eye-opening, and deeply important. Jeff explains how Skull Games works alongside law enforcement to identify victims, track traffickers, and help expose the hidden world of online exploitation. He also helps unpack what trafficking really looks like, how vulnerable people are targeted, and why the church cannot ignore the suffering happening all around us.Pastor Tony, Pastor Brandon, and Jeff also talk about faith, spiritual formation, Israel, the Jewishness of Jesus, the responsibility of the church, and what it means to care for the vulnerable in our communities.Please note: this episode includes conversations around sex trafficking, abuse, exploitation, and violence. Listener discretion is advised, especially if children are present.Short Description OptionIn this powerful episode of Pastors Unfiltered, Pastor Tony and Pastor Brandon are joined by Jeff Tiegs, retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, former Delta Force operator, and founder of Skull Games.Jeff shares how his military background, faith, and passion for justice led him into the fight against commercial sex trafficking. Together, they discuss what trafficking really looks like, how vulnerable people are targeted, and why the church has a responsibility to care for those who are hurting and exploited.This is a heavy but important conversation about justice, compassion, and the call to bring hope into dark places.Listener discretion is advised.