One of the questions we hear most often is, "If you knew something was wrong, why did you stay?"

In this episode, Rhonna Rickman welcomes friend and former Remnant Fellowship member Alex Spredemann to share her remarkable story. Together, they discuss the hopes that drew them into Remnant Fellowship, the fears that kept them there, and the emotional and psychological barriers that made leaving feel impossible.

From cognitive dissonance and fear of losing family to the pressure to be perfect, this honest conversation explores why good people remain in high-control environments for years. Most importantly, it offers hope for anyone wondering if freedom is possible.

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the host and guests and reflect their personal experiences and opinions. This episode is intended for informational and educational purposes only. The podcast is not affiliated with any organization mentioned. References to individuals or organizations are based on personal recollection and publicly available information. 

Raised in a system of perfectionism and condemnation, Adam Rickman spent years believing fear was faith.

In this heartfelt conversation with his mom, Rhonna Rickman, he shares how leaving Remnant Fellowship helped him rediscover Jesus as a loving Savior who rescues, not condemns.

This is an episode about healing, truth, and learning that grace really is enough.

Disclaimer:
The views expressed in this podcast are those of the host and guests. They reflect personal experiences and opinions and are shared for informational and educational purposes only. The podcast is not affiliated with any organization mentioned, and all references to individuals or groups are based on personal recollection and public record.

What happens when the version of faith you’ve been taught turns out to be built on control and fear instead of grace and truth?

In this episode, Rhonna Rickman and her daughter, Abbi Waterson, dive deep into the distorted doctrine of Remnant Fellowship Church and Weigh Down Ministries. Abbi shares what it was like to grow up believing she was serving God while being kept from truly knowing Jesus.

Together, they unpack what it means to unlearn toxic teachings, rediscover the real Gospel, and find peace in a relationship with Christ built on love, not perfection.

When you walk away from a high-control religious group, you don’t just leave a church. You leave behind your community, your identity, and sometimes your entire world.

In this episode, Rhonna Rickman sits down with her daughter Abbi Waterson to share what it really cost their family to leave Remnant Fellowship Church and Weigh Down Ministries. From fear and isolation to the pain of losing friends, Abbi opens up about the emotional and spiritual journey of finding truth after deception and discovering a faith built on love, not fear.

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In this first episode, Rhonna Rickman opens her heart to share the story of how her family became deeply involved with Remnant Fellowship Church and Weigh Down Ministries and how, after 18 years, they finally found their way out.

From early Weigh Down classes in Minnesota to leadership inside Remnant, Rhonna describes the gradual pull into a high-control environment disguised as faith. She shares the warning signs she missed, the manipulation masked as love, and the courage it took to leave.

This powerful first-hand account sets the stage for a season of healing, truth-telling, and hope for anyone seeking freedom from spiritual control.