The church is supposed to be a safe place where we can experience healing, grow, and encounter God. Sadly, for many people, this hasn't been the case. Unfortunately, they've experienced deep soul-wounds in a religious environment. Join host Jennifer Slattery as she talks with author, speaker and pastor Sam Ranier on the impact of church hurt, how to bring our hurts to God, and ways to tell if an environment is safe for us and, if we're parents, for our children as well. (Scripture discussed: Psalm 22-23, Matthew 21:12-13,Mark 11:15-18)

Discussion/Reflective questions:

What resonated with you most in this episode?
When have you encountered or been in a high hospitality, low security environment?
1. What are some signs of such an environment?
2. What was your experience?
In what ways, if any, has your "trust meter" become crooked?
How comfortable are you bringing your anger to God?
What is one action step He might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode?

Sermon referenced: When It's Appropriate to Turn Over Tables

Book referenced: Make My Church Safe: A Guide to the Best Practices to Protect Children and Secure Your Congregation from Harm

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