Blog Posts
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How to Handle Anger and Difficult Emotions with God During Faith Deconstruction
A healthy process for working through anger, confusion, and frustration in your relationship with God Content Warning: This post addresses difficult emotions like anger and frustration with God. If you’re in a very raw emotional place in your deconstruction journey, you… Continue reading
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What Do You Actually Need to Believe to Be a Christian? The Essentials Explained
Essential Christian beliefs for those deconstructing their faith If you’re walking through faith deconstruction, wrestling with your beliefs, or trying to take ownership of your faith (while feeling disenfranchised by the institutional church) you’re not alone. There’s a lot happening… Continue reading
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You Are a Theologian: Understanding Christian Theology and Doctrine During Faith Deconstruction
Why every Christian needs to understand basic theology and doctrine—no seminary degree required In my previous post, we talked about what deconstruction really is and why it’s not something to fear. If you missed that, deconstruction is simply the process… Continue reading
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Faith and Deconstruction: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and Why It Doesn’t (always) Mean De-conversion
Deconstruction in faith involves critically examining beliefs, differentiating between inherited assumptions and personal convictions. It’s a philosophical process aiming for deeper understanding rather than blind adherence. Deconstruction promotes spiritual growth, encourages questioning, and should not be feared, as it can… Continue reading
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God Is Love—But Not for Everyone? Unpacking Homophobia in the Church
The discussion around whether God hates gay people highlights the harm caused by such beliefs, often fueled by hypocrisy within the church. Individuals should determine their spiritual paths without judgment from others. Instead of gatekeeping, the church should foster inclusivity… Continue reading
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Do Churches Still Matter? Exploring If It’s Time to Let Them Go
The church, originally a refuge for the persecuted, has shifted towards comfort and consumerism, resembling a living room rather than a hospital for the broken. To remain relevant, it must evolve in methods while preserving its core mission of love… Continue reading
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Has the Church Hurt You? Is It Time to Tear It Down?
While contemplating whether to eliminate the church, it’s essential to reflect on its purpose and historical role as a supportive community. Understanding individual experiences can guide improvements for a more inclusive and healing institution. Continue reading
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How I Rebuilt My Relationship with the Bible (And Why You Don’t Have to Throw It Away)
The podcast addresses complicated feelings about the Bible, emphasizing that misuse, not the text itself, is the issue. It offers a fresh perspective on both the Old and New Testaments, comparing them to a vehicle that can be driven well… Continue reading
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