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In this powerful and vulnerable episode of the Broken to Build podcast, Lauryn DeLoach sits down with author, speaker, and publisher Larry Sparks to have a deep conversation about church hurt—a subject often buried beneath silence and stigma. Together, they explore their personal experiences of spiritual abuse, toxic leadership, and the emotional and spiritual fallout that comes with it. Larry shares how his church trauma almost derailed his calling and how he found hope, healing, and renewed faith through God’s grace, community, and therapy.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating church hurt, spiritual burnout, or deconstruction of faith. You’ll learn how to differentiate between genuine accountability and abusive manipulation, recognize red flags of toxic church environments, and gain practical tools for rebuilding faith after trauma. Both Lauryn and Larry stress the importance of emotional and spiritual integration, advocating for healthy boundaries, community, and reliance on biblical truth.

If you’ve been affected by church hurt or are feeling stuck in spiritual pain, know that you are not alone. Healing is possible, and this conversation will inspire you to seek it.

[00:00:00] Introduction: Overview of the previous church hurt episode and the massive response from listeners.
[00:02:00] God’s Healing Presence: Setting the tone for supernatural healing through honesty.
[00:03:00] Defining Church Hurt vs. Accountability: When leadership becomes toxic vs. when it's guiding spiritual growth.
[00:05:00] Red Flags in Toxic Churches: Unrepentant sin, hierarchical leadership, and literature restrictions.
[00:10:00] Personal Testimonies: Lauryn and Larry share their experiences of church betrayal and hurt.
[00:14:00] The Danger of Idolizing Leaders: Why placing pastors on pedestals leads to church abuse.
[00:17:00] Spiritual Restriction and Control: How controlling leaders suppress individual callings.
[00:21:00] Leaving a Toxic Church: Understanding the spiritual signs that it’s time to leave.
[00:24:00] Abuse of Tithes and Offerings: Identifying financial manipulation in church settings.
[00:29:00] The Jezebel Spirit: Misunderstandings and how toxic leaders often misuse the term.
[00:35:00] Healing Through Counseling and Faith: Larry’s journey to recovery with the help of spiritual mentors.
[00:40:00] Balancing Honor and Honesty: The importance of addressing abuse while maintaining a heart of grace.
[00:45:00] The Role of the Holy Spirit in Healing: Why discernment is key when navigating church trauma.
[00:47:00] Final Encouragement: Don’t leave the church; find the right community and grow.
[00:49:00] The Power of Reconstructing Faith: Rebuilding on biblical truth, not toxic teachings.

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