Andrew Pledger
Andrew Pledger
My Story - IFB Cult - Andrew Pledger
My Story - IFB Cult - Andrew Pledger
My Story - IFB Cult - Andrew Pledger
Friday 22nd April 2022
Andrew Pledger shares his journey from growing up in the IFB cult to becoming a voice for religious trauma survivors. Listen to this powerful episode now.
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Get the buttons here!Andrew Pledger: Breaking Free from the IFB Cult
I truly believed as a child that my church was the only right church in the entire world and that everyone else was wrong. People acted like he was Jesus himself some of the times- and it wasn't until I got older that I realized a cult-like obsession that my church had with my pastor.
Ever wondered what it's like to escape a controlling religious environment? Meet Andrew Pledger, a man who grew up in the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) cult and has lived to tell the tale. In this episode of 'Speaking Up with Andrew Pledger', he opens up about his life, from being homeschooled and attending Bob Jones University to getting expelled for daring to share his story publicly.
Pledger dives into the cult-like practices of his church, including the obsessive focus on the pastor, the use of manipulative language, and the strict adherence to a specific standard of behavior. Being part of the LGBTQ+ community and experiencing religious trauma has driven him to pursue psychology to help others who have faced similar abuse. As a religion recovery coach, he's dedicated to guiding people through life after leaving such oppressive environments.
This episode is not just about recounting past horrors; it's about finding freedom and building a supportive community for survivors. If you're curious about the IFB cult or want to understand more about religious trauma and recovery, this episode is a compelling listen.