Marriage Rehab: Exposing Narcissistic & Emotional Abuse

Ep 70: When Faith Is Used to Control: Spiritual Abuse & Gaslighting in Marriage -Dr. John Hudson

May 16, 2026·41 min
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What happens when faith is used to control instead of heal?In this Marriage Rehab episode, Dr. David Hawkins and Dr. John Hudson unpack spiritual abuse in marriage—how scripture can be twisted into power, how gaslighting becomes “biblical,” and why many victims are dismissed by well-meaning church leaders.You’ll learn how partial-scripture manipulation works, why spiritual maturity and emotional maturity are not the same, what servant leadership actually looks like, and how to pursue safety, advocacy, and support without abandoning your faith.If you have felt silenced, confused, or blamed in the name of faith, this conversation offers language, clarity, and a next step.

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