52. When Church Leaders Hurt You - What the Bible Says About Bad Shepherds

Send us your thoughts through Fan Mail When pastors or church leaders misuse their authority, the damage can run deep — touching faith, trust, and spiritual safety. In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we turn to Ezekiel 34 and New Testament warnings to understand how God views leaders who harm His people, neglect their care, or use their position for selfish purposes. You’ll be reminded that God sees every wounded sheep, holds every shepherd accountable, and promises to protect, restore, and heal His flock. If you have ever been hurt by church leadership — or if you want to guard your faith and family with biblical wisdom — this episode will offer truth, clarity, and gentle encouragement. God is deeply committed to the healing of His people. ______ Healey's Children's Books: The Red Ball, A Story of Friendship and Forgiveness The Red Ball Companion Activity Book The Worried Little Goat Support the show ______________________________ Learn more about becoming a Christian: How to Know Jesus: An Invitation into God's Story (Podcast Episode) How to Be Saved (Resources on my Website) ________________________________ Get Healey's Books: Changing Your Feelings - A Workbook for Anxiety and Worry The Red Ball, A Story of Friendship and Forgiveness The Companion Activity Book for The Red Ball The Worried Little Goat _______________________________ For free Mental Health Resources: Create an account on my website for unlimited resource access! *This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. I approach scripture through the lens of a Christian licensed counselor, combining biblical insight with clinical understanding of emotional health. It does not constitute professional advice or is intended to diagnose/treat any disorders and does not constitute a client-therapist relationship. *Any links to specific resources or content (outside of my own) are not an endorsement of the entire websi...