Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Devotion: Obedience or Betrayal? tells the story of Gloriavale, a closed religious community in New Zealand that was founded on promises of faith, unity, and a better way of life. As former members of Mormon communities, we couldn't help but notice some striking similarities to our own experiences growing up in the FLDS and mainstream Mormon culture.
In this reaction and discussion, we explore the origins of Gloriavale, the appeal of religious utopias, and why so many isolated groups seem to develop similar rules, expectations, and power structures over time. We discuss the role of obedience, patriarchal leadership, separation from the outside world, and how sincere beliefs can sometimes create environments where abuse and control are able to flourish.
While Gloriavale, the FLDS, and the LDS Church are very different in many ways, this documentary raises important questions about authority, devotion, loyalty, and what happens when questioning leadership is seen as betrayal.
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Devotion: Obedience or Betrayal? tells the story of Gloriavale, a closed religious community in New Zealand that was founded on promises of faith, unity, and a better way of life. As former members of Mormon communities, we couldn't help but notice some striking similarities to our own experiences growing up in the FLDS and mainstream Mormon culture.
In this reaction and discussion, we explore the origins of Gloriavale, the appeal of religious utopias, and why so many isolated groups seem to develop similar rules, expectations, and power structures over time. We discuss the role of obedience, patriarchal leadership, separation from the outside world, and how sincere beliefs can sometimes create environments where abuse and control are able to flourish.
While Gloriavale, the FLDS, and the LDS Church are very different in many ways, this documentary raises important questions about authority, devotion, loyalty, and what happens when questioning leadership is seen as betrayal.
What did you think of Devotion: Obedience or Betrayal? Did you notice similarities to other religious communities or high-demand groups? Let us know in the comments.
đź‘Ť Like this video if you enjoyed the discussion
đź”” Subscribe for more reactions, interviews, and conversations about Mormonism, the FLDS, polygamy, and religious communities
đź’¬ Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments
#Gloriavale #Devotion #FLDS #Mormonism #ReligiousCommunities #ExFLDS #CultDocumentary #HighDemandReligion #Polygamy #ReactionVideo
If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at holdingouthelp.org
At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world."
If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamy
Insta: @growingupinpolygamy
growingupinpolygamy.com
Theme Song created by @artcowles
Please feel free to reach out to us!
growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com
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âś…youtu.be/R9u4wAzUjK0
đź”·Exclusive Interview with an Insider: Exposing FLDS Secrets
âś…youtube.com/watch?v=pIjlLejkETU
đź”·Breaking Free: One Girl's Journey from Warren Jeffs' Control
âś… youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bH4fLMZX0
đź”·Behind FLDS Doors: The Tragic Tale of a Family Torn Apart by Warren Jeffs
âś…youtube.com/watch?v=WFFQ_j_RJCo
đź”·Tour Of The Dream Center, A Refuge Home For Ex-Polygamous Families
âś…youtube.com/watch?v=QbqR1UJFJBY
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