If you’re held to a different moral standard, specifically in regard to lewding, you’re probably in a cult.

A prevalent idea among cult leaders is that they are above the law, be it human or divine. This idea allows them to exploit their followers economically and sexually while remaining "pure".

When confronted, they do not confess, but create justifications for their impropriety. Sexual grooming and corruption of members is common. Loyal cult members will perform any amount of “mental gymnastics” to justify or ignore the leader’s behavior.