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Healing from Church Hurt with Amy Joob

Flourish-Meant: You Were Meant to Live Abundantly

Release Date: 02/17/2026

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Have you ever been wounded by people of God, people in the church? Have you experienced church hurt and you're wondering if you should go back?

Many people suffer from the place that they were meant to get healing. The people that they should be able to rely on and trust for support turned around and ended up hurting them. If you've ever experienced, experienced hurt from the church, this podcast is for you.

Award-winning author, life coach, and empowerment speaker Amy Joob delves into this issue of church hurt, in which wounded people often walk away from the very community meant to offer healing and support, struggling to find hope and trust again.

Amy Joob shares her own story of church hurt, and offers practical steps for pursuing healing, forgiveness, and healthy community. We discuss how to process difficult emotions like anger, shame, and betrayal, how to navigate these experiences as a family, and why it’s worth seeking out true connection even after deep disappointment. Whether you’re currently wrestling with church hurt or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers compassion, encouragement, and resources for taking those first steps toward restoration. Join us as we discover how to move from pain to purpose within the body of Christ.

What You'll Discover:

  • Amy Joob shares her family’s deeply moving story of walking through grief and betrayal, highlighting the confusion and isolation that often accompany church hurt.

  • Learn practical steps for seeking resolution and finding forgiveness, even when leaders falter in their responsibilities.

  • Real-life advice on how to separate the imperfect actions of people from the true character of Jesus – and why holding onto faith matters.

  • Wisdom for supporting your family through church-related wounds, including why kids and teenagers may respond differently and how to help them process.

  • Guidance on knowing when it’s time to look for a new church, and how to step back into community engagement without carrying bitterness forward.

  • Encouragement for anyone facing isolation after leaving a church, with actionable tips on reconnecting and trusting again.

Key Takeaways:

  • “Don’t quit. Give yourself permission to heal, but don’t give up on the body of Christ.”

  • “Forgiveness is a process. Say it out loud, pray blessings over those who hurt you, and trust God with your healing.”

  • Create stability and routines for your family during difficult times – consistency can be a lifeline.

Connect with Amy Joob:
Looking for coaching, grief resources, or support? Amy Joob invites you to connect on amyjoob.com or find her on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Final Encouragement:
If you’ve been knocked down by church hurt, remember Amy Joob ’s favorite line based on scripture: “If you get knocked down, get up again and keep going.” Jesus has a place of healing for you – don’t let disappointment be the end of your story.

Thank you for listening – and for believing with us in hope and healing.

We're thrilled to accompany you on this journey of faith, growth, and transformation. As always, we appreciate your support! Please subscribe and share this episode. We can't wait for you to join us for future episodes of Flourish-Meant.

To book Tina as a speaker, connect with her life coaching services, and more, visit her website: https://tinayeager.com/


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