Episode notes
What happens when faith turns into a list of rules, and trust is shattered by those claiming to follow Christ? Alina de le Madrid grew up devoted to God, only to find herself in a world where legalism overshadowed grace and spiritual abuse disguised itself as divine guidance. Her story will challenge the way you see faith, trust, and the power of God’s redemption.
Alina's journey began in a faith-filled home, but the weight of legalism and religious pressure left her feeling disconnected from God. In college, the rigid expectations of holiness pushed her toward deconstruction, questioning what she truly believed. When an opportunity arose to live with a family from a mega-church, it seemed like a fresh start—but it quickly turned into a nightmare of manipulation and spiritual coercion.
Trapped in an environment where scripture was twi ...