Understanding Manipulation

30/03/2026 12 min
Understanding Manipulation

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Is manipulation just a personality trait, or is it fundamentally antithetical to a life of faith? In today’s video, we’re diving deep into the mechanics of manipulation from a Christian perspective to help you protect your peace and honor God in your relationships.We often recognize when a conversation feels "off," but we can’t always name why. By looking at the heart of the Gospel, we see a God of invitation, not coercion. I break down why manipulation—at any level—is a direct contradiction to the way we are called to love one another.What You’ll Learn:* The Three Tiers of Manipulation: A framework for identifying how control scales from subtle influence to overt pressure.* The Biblical Contrast: Understanding why the "God of the Bible" never uses the tactics common in manipulative circles.* Real-World Roleplays: I walk through several common scenarios to help you hear the "hidden scripts" of manipulation in real-time.Connect with the Podcast:• 🔔 Subscribe for future episodes on faith and growth!• 🎙️ Listen on:Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-vibes/id1838787668Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4qUSrx7M5VU11wTPiZkElAAmazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1e5d144b-91ce-4b17-8ecf-37efac1c3864/jesus-vibes