Predators in the Pulpit: When Spiritual Authority Becomes Abuse

Send us Fan MailIn this deeply important episode, we are enhancing the voice of a survivor.Our special guest Jasmine shares her personal journey of being groomed and sexually assaulted by her former pastor, revealing how abuse can hide behind spiritual language, authority, and trust. Interviewed with great care by my wife, this conversation is not about outrage—it’s about understanding, healing, and hope.She opens up about how she escaped that environment, how her faith was tested, and how God ultimately led her out and began restoring what was broken. Now, she’s using her platform to help other women identify red flags, leave abusive situations, and reclaim their voices.This episode exists to remind listeners that abuse in the church is real, that silence protects predators—not survivors—and that God is not found in manipulation or control, but in truth, freedom, and healing.Listener discretion is advised due to the sensitive nature of this conversation.If you have experienced sexual abuse or sexual violence, please know this:What happened to you was not your fault.God is near to the brokenhearted, and He sees what others tried to hide.You do not have to walk through healing alone. God often brings restoration through safe people, wise counsel, and support.Confidential help is available 24/7:🇺🇸 United StatesRAINN – National Sexual Assault Hotline📞 800-656-HOPE (4673)💬 Online chat: rainn.org🌍 International SupportVisit findahelpline.com to find confidential resources in your country.If you are in immediate danger, please contact local emergency services.Support the showThank You for Listening! When you like, share, subscribe & follow us on social media, you help advance the gospel to people we are targeting! You play a HUGE part in helping us build the Kingdom of God through the message he has given us! Help us build up God's Kingdom by following us @weareonefaith as we follow Christ! "One Lord One Faith One Baptism" - Ephesians 4:5