Patrick Custer
Patrick Custer
Were You Taught Faith Or Programmed To Obey (ft. Monte Mader) | Rooted Recovery Stories #200
Were You Taught Faith Or Programmed To Obey (ft. Monte Mader) | Rooted Recovery Stories #200
Were You Taught Faith Or Programmed To Obey (ft. Monte Mader) | Rooted Recovery Stories #200
Wednesday 21st May 2025
Explore Monte Mader's journey from programmed obedience to spiritual awakening in this milestone episode.
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Episode Overview
- Monte Mader's journey from programmed faith to spiritual awakening.
- Challenges societal norms and religious constructs.
- Explores the intersection of religion and politics.
- Encourages questioning inherited beliefs.
- Highlights the importance of faith as liberation.
Faith should set you free. It should make you feel free. Faith should not feel like a prison.
In this landmark 200th episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Monte Mader takes centre stage with a narrative that's as raw as it is revealing. Raised in a world where faith was more about obedience than understanding, Monte shares her journey from being a soldier for God to questioning everything she was taught. Her story is not just a tale of spiritual deconstruction but an invitation to explore the beliefs we've inherited and why we hold them.
Monte's powerful voice brings light to the often hidden shadows of spiritual abuse and religious trauma, encouraging you to ask the questions you've been too afraid to voice. Monte recounts a pivotal moment at age 23 that shattered her belief system, prompting her to dig deep into research and data that transformed her perspective on faith and societal norms. Her exploration uncovers unsettling truths about the intersection of religion, politics, and control, challenging long-held beliefs and societal constructs.
Monte’s experiences, marked by her upbringing in a conservative Christian environment, reveal the complexities of faith when intertwined with cultural and political agendas. This episode is not just a story; it's a movement urging you to reflect on your own beliefs and the systems that shaped them. Monte’s courage in sharing her journey offers a beacon of hope for those grappling with similar struggles.
Her insights remind us that faith should liberate, not imprison, and that questioning is not only allowed but essential for growth. If you're ready to challenge what you know and seek a deeper understanding of faith and freedom, Monte’s story is one you won’t want to miss. Dive into this conversation and see where it takes you.