Pure Desire Podcast

481 - Misusing Scripture in Recovery w/ Tabitha Westbrook & Neil Schori

Episode Summary

Can the Bible be used in ways that actually cause harm? In this episode, Neil Schori and Tabitha Westbrook join us to unpack some of the most commonly misused passages about sex, marriage, submission, forgiveness, and abuse. We talk about what these verses mean in context, how Scripture can be weaponized in unhealthy relationships, and how to recognize coercion, establish healthy boundaries, and pursue healing. If you’ve ever wrestled with where biblical submission ends and control begins, whether forgiveness means reconciliation, or how Christians should respond to abuse, this conversation offers a thoughtful path forward.

Episode Notes

Can the Bible be used in ways that actually cause harm?

In this episode, Neil Schori and Tabitha Westbrook join us to unpack some of the most commonly misused passages about sex, marriage, submission, forgiveness, and abuse. We talk about what these verses mean in context, how Scripture can be weaponized in unhealthy relationships, and how to recognize coercion, establish healthy boundaries, and pursue healing.

If you’ve ever wrestled with where biblical submission ends and control begins, whether forgiveness means reconciliation, or how Christians should respond to abuse, this conversation offers a thoughtful path forward.

Resources:

Called To Peace

The Journey & The Process

Tabitha's Personal Website