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Have you ever been wounded by church people and wondered if you'd ever heal? You're not alone. Church hurt is one of the most painful experiences for believers because it comes from the very community meant to support us.
This raw conversation dives deep into both sides of church hurt – examining how unmet expectations, legalism, judgment, and leadership failures can create deep wounds, while also challenging listeners to look inward at their own responsibility in the healing process. We explore the crucial difference between having valid hurts from genuine leadership failures versus holding onto offenses rooted in personal preferences or unspoken expectations.
What makes this episode particularly powerful is the vulnerable sharing from both perspectives. As church leaders, we've caused unintentional hurt to others, and we've also experienced deep church hurt ourselves. This dual perspective allows us to speak with authenticity about the biblical path toward healing – separating God's perfect character from people's imperfect actions, following Matthew 18's guidelines for conflict resolution, and embracing the sometimes difficult work of forgiveness.
The most transformative insight might be learning to distinguish between someone having a "bad heart" versus having a "bad day." When we can determine whether hurt was intentional or unintentional, we gain freedom to extend grace more generously. And for those who find themselves experiencing the same problems at every church they attend, we gently challenge: "Everywhere you go, there you are."
Whether you're currently nursing wounds from church hurt or seeking to create a healthier church culture as a leader, this conversation offers practical wisdom for moving forward in faith. The path to healing isn't easy, but it's worth it – because a healed heart can experience the fullness of community God designed us for.

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