Ep 302: Healing from Church Hurt Without Losing Your Faith – with Teasi Canon
Release Date: 08/16/2025
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info_outlineChurch hurt is one of the deepest wounds a believer can experience—and often, it’s carried in silence. In this episode, Shanda sits down with author and speaker Teasi Canon to talk about her personal journey of healing from church hurt and how God restored her faith in the midst of it. Together, they unpack why church hurt is so common, how to process pain in a healthy way without deconstructing your faith, and what to do when you’ve been wounded by leadership or a church community. Teasi shares practical wisdom on discerning when to stay or leave a church, separating the failures of people from the truth of God, and taking the first step toward healing. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can love Jesus while struggling to trust His church, this conversation will meet you with hope, honesty, and biblical clarity.
Teasi's Website: https://www.teasicannon.com
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