Andrew Pledger
Unmasking The Wilds' Harmful Practices and Cult-like Control
The Wilds Christian Camp: A haven for spiritual growth or a breeding ground for abuse? Tabitha Frady bravely shares her story of indoctrinat
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Sep 144 min read
IFB Pastor and College Executive David Baker Dies by Suicide Amid Sexual Battery Allegations
David Baker, pastor of Family Baptist Church and a prominent figure in Independent Baptist Online College (IBOC), has died by suicide...
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Sep 64 min read
Rebuilding Life After Leaving IFB
A recent message from a community member brought up deep struggles around disappointment, grief, and the loss of long-held beliefs. These...
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Aug 145 min read
The Heretic of Sure Foundation: Justin Zhong's Unscriptural Call for Violence
In the dark recesses of Sure Foundation Baptist Church , a new breed of false prophet has arisen, cloaked not in the robes of...
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Aug 86 min read
The Hypocrisy of Megan Basham: Unmasking the Falsehoods in Shepherds for Sale
Exposing the selective sourcing and ideological bias in Megan Basham’s latest book.
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Aug 13 min read
The Rebranding of IHOPKC and Abuse Allegations
The recent rebranding of the International House of Prayer Kansas City (IHOPKC) to "Sanctuary Church" amid sexual abuse allegations...
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Aug 15 min read
Dennis Corle: A Controversial Figure in the IFB Movement
Introduction Dennis Corle is a polarizing figure within the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) movement. Known for his fervent...
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Jul 263 min read
Mississippi Church Abuse Scandal
Trigger Warning: This article contains descriptions of sexual abuse that may be disturbing to some readers. Mississippi State Officials...
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Jul 243 min read
Reexamining Church Tax Exemptions
The tax-exempt status of churches in the United States has long been a subject of debate. Initially granted to promote religious freedom...
Stop Pastoral Abuse
Jul 219 min read
Is Trump a Modern Priest? Addressing the Viral Biblical Misinterpretation
The recent viral claim suggesting that former President Donald Trump has been consecrated in a manner similar to Old Testament priests...
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Jul 145 min read
The Impact of Project 2025: A Closer Look at Reproductive Rights, Civil Liberties, and More
Founders and Their Backgrounds The Heritage Foundation, founded in 1973 by Edwin Feulner and Paul Weyrich, has long been a cornerstone of...
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Jul 143 min read
Harms of Purity Culture
Purity culture, prevalent in many high-control religious groups, exerts a profound and often detrimental influence on individuals' sexual...
Stop Pastoral Abuse
May 132 min read
Mother’s Day in the IFB: A Day of Resilience, Liberation, and Indoctrination
Mother’s Day is a poignant time for reflection and celebration, yet for mothers entrenched in the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB)...
Stop Pastoral Abuse
Mar 311 min read
Renewal and Visibility
This Easter brings a unique coincidence—it falls on March 31st, the same day as National Transgender Day of Visibility (TDoV). While...
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Mar 1810 min read
Unpacking The Transformed Wife: Challenging Traditionalism and Conservative Ideology
In the digital age, where ideas traverse the globe in mere seconds, blogs like The Transformed Wife play a significant role in shaping...
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Mar 154 min read
Examining the Impact of Pastor Bobby Leonard's Controversial Sermon on Women's Attire and Sexual Assault
In a recent sermon that has since sparked widespread controversy, Pastor Bobby Leonard of Bible Baptist Tabernacle made remarks that have...
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Mar 152 min read
The Cult of Personality in Modern Society
In an era where social media magnates and controversial figures command vast digital followings, the case of Andrew Tate, embroiled in...
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Mar 144 min read
Protestors Demand Accountability at First Baptist Church of Hammond
In December 2023, a significant demonstration unfolded outside the First Baptist Church of Hammond, Indiana, as over a hundred...
Stop Pastoral Abuse
Dec 11, 20232 min read
Tragedy and Turmoil: Nashua Pastor's Suicide Amid Abuse Allegations Shocks Community
The case of Jarrett Booker, a former youth pastor at Nashua Baptist Church in New Hampshire, has garnered significant attention. Booker,...
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Dec 1, 20233 min read
Jesse Daniel Ruhl Remains in Ministry Despite Child Sex Abuse Charges
In November 2012, Jesse Daniel Ruhl, a former associate pastor at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church in Chico, California, pleaded no contest...
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