The Myth Of Christian Community
Why Making Friends After Evangelicalism Feels Impossible
By age ten, I could deliver my "testimony" on command and cast out demons. Not just a polished version, but the raw, honest confession of sin, shame, and supposed redemption. I observed how crying while sharing could add drama, nudging sinners closer to Jesus. During my teenage years, I mastered the art of testimony sharing, learning the rules for manip…