Episode 5: 2/3 Spiritual Abuse with Dr. Lisa Compton

Summary
Dr. Lisa Compton, co-author of Skills for Safeguarding, discusses the importance of preventing abuse and fostering healing in the church. The book is a comprehensive guide for Christian leaders, lay counselors, and anyone interested in improving the safety of church culture. Dr. Compton emphasizes the need to address trauma and abuse within the church, as the majority of trauma is caused by someone known to the victim.
She highlights the role of safeguarders in promoting a safe environment, recognizing signs of abuse, and providing excellent care for trauma survivors. The book also addresses the issue of power differentials, the distortion of theology in abusive systems, and the importance of holding leaders accountable.
Keywords
abuse, church, safeguarding, trauma, prevention, healing, power differentials, theology, accountability
Takeaways

• The book Skills for Safeguarding provides a comprehensive guide for preventing abuse and fostering healing in the church.

• Safeguarders play a crucial role in promoting a safe environment, recognizing signs of abuse, and providing excellent care for trauma survivors.

• Power differentials and the distortion of theology can contribute to abusive systems within the church.

• Accountability and holding leaders responsible are essential in addressing abuse and creating a safe church culture.


• Preventing Abuse and Fostering Healing in the Church

• The Role of Safeguarders in Promoting a Safe Church Environment


• "We discuss how power corrupts, some of the warning signs of abusive relationships."

• "Abuse is a global health crisis that affects every area of a person's life."

• "Understanding power differentials is a big part of safeguarding."

Sound Bites
Chapters
00:00Recognizing Signs of Abuse and Warning Signs of Abusive Relationships
09:27The Global Health Crisis of Abuse and the Impact on Individuals
14:26Understanding Power Differentials and Their Role in Abuse
25:02Emotional and Spiritual Abuse within the Church
37:10Nathan: A Model Safeguarder in Confronting Sin and Calling for Repentance