Finding Hope After Church Hurt with Pastor Joe Dobbins
Episode Overview
Church hurt is a common experience that needs addressing. Healing is a decision and requires persistent effort. Forgiveness is essential for true recovery. Re-engaging with a faith community is crucial. Joe Dobbins' book offers practical steps to overcome church hurt.
Healing is for the persistent. You are going to have to continually bring that pain under the authority of what Christ says.
Ever felt hurt by a place meant to be your sanctuary? In this episode of Strong Tower Mental Health, host Heidi Mortenson chats with Pastor Joe Dobbins about his book 'Hope After Church Hurt'. Joe, the lead pastor of Twin Rivers Church in Missouri, shares his journey and the inspiration behind his book, which addresses the pain many feel from negative church experiences. Joe dives into eight specific types of church hurt, offering a path to healing and hope.
He recounts personal stories, including the time his wife Kayla was publicly shamed by a church leader, leaving them both devastated and questioning their faith community. Joe emphasises that healing is a decision and a partnership with God, urging those hurt to seek recovery and not just answers. He also discusses the importance of forgiving those who have wronged us and re-engaging with a faith community, even if it means finding a new church.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of pain, forgiveness, and the journey to finding hope and healing after being hurt by those meant to guide us. Tune in to hear Joe's wisdom on overcoming church hurt and moving forward with faith.