The Authentic Eclectic

Abusive Relationships and Cults—Two Sides of the Same Coin

How to recognize the signs and get out

As a 16-year-old, I became enamored with a notorious Christian cult, the Children of God. I found myself enveloped in their loving arms. I had no idea it was a cult. I had the impression it was a group of young people trying to live a Christian lifestyle and promoting Christ’s teaching. I thought I was giving my life unselfishly for what seemed a worthy cause. Boy was I wrong. But I didn’t find that out…