Your Secret Weapon Against Spiritual Abuse: Spotting the Red Flag for Your Protection

Written By Melodi Kitzmiller

When Fear Creeps into Faith: Spotting Spiritual Abuse

Have you ever felt unsettled by something a church leader said but couldn’t quite explain why? Sometimes, what feels “off” might actually be a deeper issue—like scripture being used as a weapon.

In my latest Substack post, "Your Secret Weapon Against Fear: Spotting the Red Flag of Spiritual Abuse," I explore how fear can be a signal that something is wrong, even in a church setting.

I break down what happens in your brain during a stress response, why fear isn’t from God, and how to use 2 Timothy 1:7 as your protective weapon against manipulation.

If you’ve ever wondered how to recognize the red flags of spiritual abuse and walk confidently in the freedom God offers, this post is for you.

👉 Read the full post here:

https://melodikitzmiller.substack.com/p/your-secret-weapon-against-spiritual

Melodi Kitzmiller

Christian mental health coaching, and teaching how to live well after experiencing traumatic events, which may include suffering from anxiety, post-trauma symptoms, and depression, and aren’t sure where to go from here. Melodi holds a master of arts in trauma and crisis counseling and works from a Christian worldview. She has helped adults who have suffered traumatic childhoods, spiritual abuse, childhood sexual abuse, emotional abuse, physical abuse, and those who are simply searching to find the fulfillment that a life of well-being can bring.

https://MelodiKitzmiller.com
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