Is abuse more widespread than ever before or are we more aware of it? Are churches listening to the cries of abused women? Is anything getting better? I’m joined by advocates Sarah McDugal, Ngina Otiende, and Gretchen Baskerville, and my former podcast sidekick Rachel Harden as we celebrate the 200th Flying Free podcast episode and discuss the incredible support and awareness that’s growing in the Christian survivor community. We believe the tide is changing, and every single survivor is part of a growing wave of truth tellers, critical thinkers, and courageous voices. Our take on the past decade: - What advocates are supposed to be doing (it ain’t “telling you what to do”) - Why civil wars are never started by the people in power - The real reason “theo bros” are running scared - How the data showing divorce saves lives is making a difference (even in conservative circles) - Why airing dirty laundry is a good thing (including getting rid of stinkiness) - The incredible things we’ve observed about younger generations - Why we have a lot of hope for the church, abused women, and the future Listen or download the transcript at flyingfreenow.com/200 FREE: I'll send you the first chapter of my book, Is It Me? Making Sense of Your Confusing Marriage. Just hop on my mailing list at flyingfreesisterhood.com/free-download. (I will NEVER spam you or sell your information.) Desperate for real help and safe people who understand what you're going through? Find out about my online education and support program for women of faith at joinflyingfree.com And, if you are an already divorced Christian woman who wants to take back her life and get healthy, have amazing relationships, build a business or career, or even find a good man - check out joinflyinghigher.com