In this episode of Faith Unfiltered, hosts Angela and Amber share their personal journeys back to faith after significant periods of doubt and separation from the church. They emphasize that faith is a messy, unfiltered process and welcome listeners who have questions, doubts, or are simply curious about Christianity. The hosts discuss their experiences with religious rules, church hurt, and the transformation they experienced upon re-engaging with Christianity. They provide practical advice on beginning a faith journey, such as reading the Bible and finding a local church, while underscoring the importance of developing a personal relationship with Jesus over adhering to religious dogma. Throughout the episode, they advocate for honesty, questioning, and the understanding that faith is a continual journey, not a one-time achievement.

Key Highlights:

[00:00 - 00:38] Introduction to Faith Unfiltered

[00:39 - 00:57] A Safe Space for Doubts and Questions

[00:58 - 02:28] Personal Journeys of Faith

[02:29 - 03:27] The Role of Religion vs. Relationship

[03:28 - 11:46] Church Hurt and Finding Jesus Again

[11:47 - 15:23] Essentials and Non-Essentials of Christianity

[15:24 - 19:39] Rediscovering Faith and Belief

[19:40 - 20:27] The Case for Christ: A Journey from Skepticism to Faith

[20:28 - 21:30] The Power of Historical Evidence and Personal Experience

[21:31 - 22:35] Embracing Skepticism and Seeking Proof

[22:36 - 23:12] Falling in Love with Faith Again

[23:13 - 23:39] Starting Your Journey: Bible Recommendations

[23:40 - 28:35] The Impact of 'The Chosen' on Faith

[28:36 - 35:51] Finding Community and Mentorship in Faith

[35:52 - 37:02] The Role of the Holy Spirit in Our Lives

[37:03 - 38:13] Inviting Jesus into Your Life: A Simple Guide

[38:14 - 38:50] Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Tweetable Quotes:

“  Christ is beautiful and lovely and everything perfect.”- Ms. Angela

“ Come as you are, period. You don't clean up before coming to Jesus.” - Ms. Angela

“ He meets you in the middle of your mess and walks with you from there, and if you can't walk, he will carry you.” - Ms. Angela

“ You don't have to have it all figured out. You just have to be open.” - Ms. Amber

Books Mention:

 Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer

 Case for Christ

 The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert by Rosaria Butterfield

 The Gospel comes with a House Key by Rosaria Butterfield

 Little Pilgrim's Progress by Helen L. Taylor

 Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan