The Alisa Childers Podcast - #366 Bethel Exposed: What Should Christians Do Now? | Naomi Wright

<p>What happens when the leaders you trusted are exposed—and the system you believed in starts to collapse?</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Naomi Wright, founder of Be Emboldened, to walk through the real fallout of spiritual abuse, cover-up culture, and false authority in the church. Naomi shares her firsthand experience growing up in a cult, escaping it, and rebuilding her understanding of God, truth, and Scripture from the ground up.</p><p><br /></p><p>We also address the growing controversy surrounding Bethel and the broader New Apostolic Reformation movement—where recent exposures have raised serious questions about prophecy, leadership, and accountability in the church.</p><p><br /></p><p>We dig into the broader implications of these revelations, including patterns of manipulation, fake prophecy, and the protection of abusers. More importantly, we answer the question many are asking right now: What next? </p><p><br /></p><p>This conversation tackles:</p><p>How to recognize spiritual abuse and high-control leadership</p><p>Why people stay—and why leaving is so difficult</p><p>The psychological and theological aftermath of deception</p><p>How to rebuild discernment and trust in Scripture</p><p>Practical steps for individuals and churches moving forward</p><p><br /></p><p>If you’re processing disillusionment, questioning what you’ve been taught, or trying to help others navigate the aftermath—this episode provides clarity, categories, and a path forward grounded in truth.</p><p><br /></p><p>------------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>This video is sponsored by:</p><p><br /></p><p>FOUNDATION WORLDVIEW</p><p>Foundation Worldview creates curriculum series that will empower your child to think</p><p>Biblically in a deceptive world. </p><p>Go to www.foundationworldview.com for more information! </p><p>Use my code: ALISA</p><p><br /></p><p>RANGE LEATHER</p><p>American-Made Craftsmanship from Wyoming</p><p>Go to www.rangeleather.com for more information</p><p>Use my code: ALISA</p><p><br /></p><p>A'DEL NATURAL COSMETICS</p><p>Elevate your skincare routine with A'del's toxin-free cosmetics. </p><p>Experience the difference in quality and purity. </p><p>Go to www.adelnaturalcosmetics.com for more information. </p><p>Use my code: ALISA </p><p><br /></p><p>SEVEN WEEKS COFFEE</p><p>Taste the Coffee that is Saving Lives.</p><p>Save up to 25% with promo code 'ALISA' & get up to four FREE gifts this Christmas season: http://www.sevenweekscoffee.com/</p><p>Use my code: ALISA</p><p><br /></p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------------</p><p><br /></p><p>To Purchase the new CD, “Beauty from the Ash”, go to www.alisachilders.com/music</p><p>There you can get the CD, backing tracks, string charts, rhythm charts and stems.</p><p><br /></p><p>Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/alisachilders</p><p><br /></p><p>To order “Another Gospel”: www.alisachilders.com/another-gospel/</p><p>To order “Live Your Truth": www.alisachilders.com/live-your-truth-and-other-lies/</p><p>To order “The Deconstruction of Christianity”: https://alisachilders.com/the-deconstruction-of-christianity/</p><p><br /></p><p>Potential Sponsors: https://alisachilders.com/sponsor-request-form/</p><p><br /></p>