Bill Gothard’s character training program wasn’t just a personal challenge—it was a heavy burden placed on entire families. His teachings required weeks of intensive focus on specific character qualities, daily exercises, and written reflections, often putting a significant workload on wives. With homeschooling, church commitments, and daily responsibilities, was this expectation even realistic?
In this episode, we take a closer look at how Gothard’s system demanded that families rearrange their lives to meet his rigid standards and at the pressure it placed on those trying to follow his teachings. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the weight of "character training," you’re not alone.
Let’s break it down together.
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