The article discusses the reasons young people deconstruct their faith and emphasizes the importance of support from mature believers during this journey. It highlights the significance of curiosity, community authenticity, and openness in addressing doubts. Ultimately, a Christ-honoring approach to deconstruction fosters deeper understanding and stronger faith connections.
Category Archives: Life of Faith
Living Water: Jesus’ Message of Hope to Outcasts
In John 4:1-6, Jesus travels through Samaria to engage with a Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well, despite cultural norms. He offers her “living water,” symbolic of eternal life and spiritual fulfillment. This encounter emphasizes Jesus’ mission to break barriers and reveal His identity as the Messiah, extending grace to all, regardless of cultural, gender, or religious status.
Increase My Weak Faith
Mark 9:14-27 describes a father seeking Jesus’s help for his possessed son. The father struggles with doubts and unbelief, but Jesus mercifully rebukes his weak faith. Jon Bloom explains that unbelief is spiritually dangerous and unique to each person’s experiences. Jesus exposes and disciplines unbelief to lead to greater faith, offering hope and grace in times of need.
Task 2: Trust Vrs. Anxiety
Shame and guilt exacerbate anxiety, but scriptures and prayer offer solace. Despite life’s challenges, trusting in God’s faithfulness helps overcome anxiety.
The Spiritual Impact of the Leaven of Pharisees
Jesus warns about the “leaven” of the Pharisees and Herod teaching us how subtle hypocrisy can corrupt faith. Self-reflection is vital! Faith in Jesus and genuine love for others should guide actions.
Words of Grace & Hope 