Episode 27: Crucifying the Bible and Reclaiming Your Voice
Content Note
This episode includes discussion of religious deconstruction, spiritual harm, and leaving high-control belief systems.
Episode Description
This week on The Awakening, Tamara and I sit down with Deborah Grace, author of Crucifying the Bible.
Deborah shares her personal journey of deconstruction — what led her to begin questioning, how she navigated leaving behind rigid religious dogma, and the experiences that ultimately inspired her to write her book.
After decades of deep involvement in the church, Deborah began studying scripture more closely, which led her to challenge long-held beliefs and ultimately walk away from Christianity to rebuild her understanding of truth and identity.
We talk about the process of untangling belief systems that once shaped your identity, the courage it takes to walk away, and how Deborah is now helping others who are finding their way out of harmful religious environments.
This conversation is honest, empowering, and a reminder that reclaiming your voice is possible — even after years of being told who you should be.
In This Episode We Discuss
Religious deconstruction and identity
Letting go of rigid belief systems
What inspired Crucifying the Bible
Healing after spiritual harm
Reclaiming autonomy and voice
Supporting others leaving religious dogma
About Our Guest
Deborah Grace is an author and advocate who supports others as they navigate life after religious control.
📖 Get her book
https://www.amazon.com/Crucifying-Bible-Using-Disprove/dp/B09CLN8N1G
🎧 Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2sIYhMcqieIFU5Hd3kVS85?si=YqnAo-o9Q4euQypV6G-T6Q
📱 TikTok
@deborah_grace_ctb
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Resources Mentioned
Recovering from Religion
https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/
Why This Episode Matters
Leaving behind deeply held beliefs can feel like losing everything — identity, community, and certainty. Deborah’s story reminds us that there is life, voice, and freedom on the other side of deconstruction.
About the Show
The Awakening is a podcast centered on religious deconstruction, survivor stories, and rebuilding life after faith. We create space for honesty, healing, and community beyond fear-based systems.
🎶 Intro/Outro Music
Your Poison by Rox Knox
💬 Connect with your hosts
Heather — @happyheather | @happyheathersmiles
Tamara — TikTok @feralatheistjezebel321 | Instagram @tamarajo321
🎥 Watch the show on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@TheAwakeningPodcast-w6s
📩 Interested in being a guest
Email us at theawakeningpod@gmail.com
Listener Care Reminder
If this episode resonates with your own journey, take your time with it. You are allowed to question, to change, and to rebuild in a way that feels true to you.
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