Episode Details

Today's Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:12–17
In this episode, Dr. Alison Cook reflects on the complicated loyalty Jonathan faces as Saul’s son and David’s friend. Through the lens of family systems, she explores what happens when love, truth, guilt, and unhealthy family roles collide. We explore:
*Why family loyalty does not mean covering for harm or pretending everything is okay
*How family systems often work to maintain silence, balance, and familiar roles
*What differentiation means—and why it helps you stay connected without abandoning yourself
*Why guilt can show up when you step out of an old family role
*How to name what is true with wisdom, courage, and love

Go Deeper:
Take the Family Roles QuizEpisode 85: The Goal of a Health Family & 6 Roles We Take On in Dysfunction
Episode 147: Making Sense of Your Family Story with Adam Young
Episode 161: Healing From Dysfunctional Family Patterns with Jerry Wise

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