Episode 42 Peter describes his journey through a small religious cult. Getting drawn in was not his intention, and he believes that no one knows they’re in a cult, just that they were in a cult. For Peter, the group was an unavoidable aspect of marrying the love of his life. Neither the cult nor his experience in the cult is what you would expect. The particularities of his story open the mysterious world of a cult – the common characteristics of the leader, and the journey though the unusual experience. As Peter describes, there is redemption, for which he is grateful.  Highlights: ·      Peter Young’s life, work, and faith ·      The danger of the leader’s slow deceit and twisting of biblical text ·      Understanding that salvation stories are unique to each individual ·      The leader, Uncle Robert, influenced Peter’s marriage and family ·      Distinguishing a cult from a strong culture ·      Importance of faith in getting through tough times and not putting identity solely in a profession References: New Yorker, https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/07/12/what-makes-a-cult-a-cult Social Media links for Peter:    Website – https://www.authorpeteryoung.com LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterbyoung/ Facebook – @Peteryoung32  YouTube – @authorpeteryoung  Amazon – https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Tall-Man-Save-Tiger-ebook/ Social Media links for Méli: Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisolomon/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066435622271 Follow the podcast! The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise:  Is your way similar or different?  Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore?  Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet. Transcript – https://www.buzzsprout.com/1851013/episodes/13056749 Comments?  Email  Méli – [email protected] The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project. For information on talks, blog posts and more, go to – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/