Let’s be honest—no one expects to get hurt by the people of God.
That’s what makes church hurt so painful.
It’s not just disappointment—it’s betrayal in the name of God.
In this deeply compassionate episode of Sunday Renewal, Ernest Benjamin speaks directly to the pain so many quietly carry—the pain of being wounded by the very place that was supposed to be safe.
Whether it came through gossip, hypocrisy, abuse of authority, or silence when you needed protection, this message reminds you: God sees. God names it. And God heals it.
Drawing from Psalm 55, Ernest explores the story of David’s betrayal—how the wound from a “familiar friend” mirrors the pain many believers feel today.
Yet even in betrayal, we see a Savior who understands—Jesus, who was betrayed by His own, yet turned pain into redemption.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
✅ What “church hurt” really is and why it cuts so deeply
✅ How Psalm 55 gives biblical language to your pain
✅ The difference between opposition from the world and betrayal from within
✅ Why God never minimizes your wounds but invites you to cast your burdens on Him
✅ How to start healing and rebuilding trust—not in people, but in God
If you’ve ever said, “I love God, but I can’t go back,” this episode is for you.
Because the God who was betrayed Himself is also the God who heals the betrayed.
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