For those of us who've gone through religious trauma/Trauma, or those who've just had some tough experiences with hurtful people (i.e. everybody):
God is not like the imperfect humans that have hurt you.
God is not manipulative or controlling.
God does not mock or ridicule you for what you think, say or feel.
You don't have to constantly worry that you've done something wrong and that harsh punishment could be lurking around any corner.
You don't have to feel insecure or walk on eggshells around God.
You don't have to live in fear or anxiety with Him.
With Him you can be confident, peaceful, joyful, hopeful and free.
I'm still working on overcoming the fears/lies, it takes time, but I'm healing little by little with God's perfect love.
For more about God's true character vs. hurtful people, check out this devotional where I share a personal story: https://www.mayriclarke.com/post/church-bully
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