The Carnivore Diet: Pastor Rufus of Straitway Ministry Broke Free from Cult-Controlled Slave Foods

Diet plays a far more profound role in our lives than most of us realize. It's not just about nourishment—it can be used as a tool for control. Throughout history, certain diets have been designed to weaken both the body and the mind. High in carbs, grains, and sugars, these diets have been used to keep individuals submissive, docile, and mentally foggy—a tactic seen in cults and oppressive regimes alike. Recently, our video “Slave Foods, Cult Foods, Sugar and Carbs” revealed how different cults, such as Carbon Nation, Jim Jones, and Heaven’s Gate, used these very diets to control their followers.

 Today, we’re seeing another compelling story emerge. Pastor Rufus, formerly of Straitway Ministry, was recently excommunicated in 2024 after 30 years of silence. Remarkably, it wasn’t until he transitioned himself and his family to the carnivore diet that he found the strength and mental clarity to finally speak out against the cult-like behaviors he experienced. This story is a powerful reminder of the mind-liberating effects of the carnivore diet.

The Slave Diet: How Carbs and Grains Keep Minds Submissive

Throughout history, controlling food has been a key method of controlling people. The "slave diet" of heavy carbs, grains, and sugars has been used to keep the body physically weak and the mind mentally docile. In our video, we explored how cult leaders like Eligio Bishop, now serving a life sentence plus 10 years, used high-carb diets to control his followers. By depriving them of the vital nutrients found in meat, he kept them vulnerable and open to manipulation. Bishop, who studied The 48 Laws of Power, understood how food plays into control, and his followers were trapped not just by his beliefs but by their diet.

Pastor Rufus’s Transformation: From Silence to Strength

Pastor Rufus, who spent over 30 years in Straitway Ministry, had remained silent about his experiences in the cult-like organization until 2024 when he was made aware of things going on by other members. His story is truly remarkable, as he and his family were quietly following the carnivore diet. It’s no coincidence that once they embraced this meat-based lifestyle, his mental clarity sharpened, and he found the strength to speak out about his experiences. What are the chances that after three decades of silence, it was the carnivore diet that finally gave him the clarity and courage to stand up? His testimony highlights the mental power that comes from properly nourishing the body—something that cannot happen on diets designed to suppress.

The Carnivore Diet: Nourishing the Mind and Breaking Free

The carnivore diet, rich in fats and proteins, has been praised for its ability to improve physical health, boost mental clarity, and elevate emotional stability. Unlike the grain-heavy diets pushed by cults, which foster mental weakness and emotional volatility, the carnivore diet frees the mind from the fog and control that come with carb dependency.

 Pastor Rufus’s story is a shining example of this. After switching to the carnivore diet, he and his family were able to reclaim their mental freedom. No longer bound by the submissive mentality enforced by his cult-like surroundings, Pastor Rufus gained the confidence to speak out. His courage and newfound clarity are a testament to the power of proper nutrition, as the carnivore diet provided both the physical and mental fuel he needed to break free.

The Cult of Food Control: Why It Still Matters

Whether it’s in ancient times or today, controlling food is an effective way to control people. Cult leaders have understood this for centuries, and the pattern persists: a diet devoid of meat, rich in carbs and sugars, weakens both body and mind, leaving individuals vulnerable to manipulation. In our recent video, we examined how various cults—including Carbon Nation, Jim Jones, and Heaven’s Gate—used these “slave diets” to keep their followers mentally subdued. 

They understood that a weakened body leads to a weakened mind. Straitway Ministry, where Pastor Rufus spent over 30 years, exhibits many cult-like characteristics, from its rigid beliefs to its control over followers. What’s remarkable, though, is how Pastor Rufus found the strength to break free after embracing the carnivore diet. His story serves as a reminder that when you nourish your body properly, your mind can see through the fog and regain its power.

A Message to Pastor Rufus and His Family

To Pastor Rufus and his family, we send you all our love and support. Your story is an inspiration to so many. By transitioning to the carnivore diet, you not only nourished your bodies but empowered your minds to break free from decades of silence. We wish you continued strength and clarity on your journey forward. You are a testament to the transformative power of nutrition, and your courage in speaking out is a gift to others who may be struggling in similar situations.

Conclusion: The Carnivore Diet as a Path to Freedom

Pastor Rufus’s journey from silence to strength is a powerful example of how food can either imprison or free the mind. For years, cult leaders have understood the control that comes from a high-carb, low-nutrient diet—one that fosters submission and mental weakness. But the carnivore diet offers an alternative: a way to nourish both the body and mind, granting the clarity and courage to stand up for oneself. 

At Carnivore Found Me, we believe in the power of food to transform lives. The carnivore diet is more than a way of eating—it’s a path to mental and physical freedom. Just as Pastor Rufus found his voice after transitioning to this lifestyle, we encourage you to explore the incredible potential of the carnivore diet and discover how it can help you break free from the chains of submission and take control of your own life.