Does opening your Bible make you feel anxious, unsafe, or even sick? You are not alone.

If you’ve experienced spiritual abuse, the Bible—which should be a source of comfort—was likely the very weapon used to silence and control you. This creates a painful "double bind" where your nervous system associates God with danger.

In this episode of Elisha's Space, we talk about how to untangle God’s voice from your abuser's voice. We discuss why "cherry-picked" verses are used to trap you, and how to gently find safety in scripture again (or give yourself permission to pause).

In this video, we cover:

• Why reading the Bible can trigger a trauma response (fight, flight, freeze)
• The "Double Bind" of spiritual abuse: Why you feel stuck between God and your abuser
• How "Submission" is twisted to mean "Compliance"
• 3 Practical steps to heal your relationship with the Bible
• Why it is okay to put the Bible on the shelf for a season of healing

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Is saying "no" to your husband—or even your pastor—the same thing as saying "no" to God? If you’ve ever felt like your voice is being treated as rebellion, this video is for you.

Submission is one of the most misunderstood concepts in scripture. In this episode, we have an honest conversation about the difference between healthy, mutual submission and spiritual abuse. As a counselor, I explain how to spot when biblical teaching is being weaponized to silence you, crush your intuition, and keep you in a state of fear rather than faith.

We’ll cover the specific "red flags" of control, including the use of the "God Card" to shut down valid concerns, and why losing your ability to say "no" is a sign of captivity, not holiness.

About Elisha's Space:Welcome to a sanctuary for healing, growth, and authentic conversations. Hosted by Elisha, a counselor and author, this channel delves into the complexities of trauma, anxiety, and depression from a faith-based perspective.

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Have you ever walked into a meeting, an argument, or a crowded room and suddenly felt... small? Voiceless? Terrified?

That feeling isn't a failure—it's a memory. When we feel "small" as adults, we are often experiencing an emotional flashback. Our nervous system has reverted to a younger age where we felt unsafe.

In this gentle podcast episode, we aren't going to push that feeling away. Instead, we are going to meet that little version of you with God's perfect love. Join Elisha for a guided somatic session and prayer to help you re-center, find safety in your body, and invite Jesus to sit with your inner child.

Key Scripture: "For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you." — Isaiah 41:13

Topics:#InnerChildHealing #ChristianMeditation #AnxietyPrayer #TraumaRecovery #NervousSystemRegulation #Isaiah4113 #ElishasSpace

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Disclaimer: This content is for educational and spiritual support purposes only and is not a substitute for professional therapy or medical advice.

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