In the year prior to leaving the message, I had become very acquainted with a method of counselling called “Caring for the Heart“ (Developed by John Regier). I appreciated my pastor who would often go outside...
In my journey through the Message, one thing I was continually bothered by was the swift leap to labels. It’s not that this problem doesn’t exist elsewhere; let’s be honest, it’s a widespread part...
The journey away from the message is intensely messy. It’s unavoidable, and there are many reasons for the emotional mess it makes – all of which are worth learning about. Why is it worth learning...
Fire is amazing. It’s beautiful, it’s illuminating, it’s intense. At it’s best, it’s exciting and useful. At it’s worst, it’s destructive and dangerous. Think of how it starts – a fire in an unwanted...
(This article is intended for a wife who has questioned / doubted / disbelieved the Message – while her husband continues to believe) For the last few years, perhaps the most frequent message I’ve...
Four Years of Freedom It is now the 4th Anniversary of my leaving the Message! If I were to compare the first days of leaving with how I am doing now – time has...
I always hesitate to use the word “cult” because I know how hurtful & strong it is. I know I always felt very offended and misunderstood when someone (who knew nothing about my experience)...
This is a massive point of contention for people leaving the Message, and wrestling with issues of theology. A well known debate helps present a view.
Despite the fact that I disagree with William Branham’s message, I respect the freedoms for their churches to practice their faith. But challenging information needs to be public.
A “One True Church” is a religious group that, through it’s blend of teachings, impresses upon it’s members that their group is THE ONLY path to truth.
Indoctrination could be described as the process of imparting, not teaching.
People expect that you should have immediate answers for why you are leaving and, ultimately, where you are going. Should you have an answer – or is it okay to not know?
Psychology: A Contentious Issue I’m going to cut right to my point for this article before I start. If you are coming out of the Message, there are certain things which have been made...
After years of performing for perfection, it’s hard to know what to do with yourself. The transition requires time and grace – for yourself.
