Faith deconstruction is one of the biggest conversations happening in Christianity right now. But what happens after faith falls apart? In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, we explore the difference between deconstruction and reconstruction — and why questioning faith doesn’t have to destroy it.

Many people walk away from Christianity after doubt, church hurt, or disappointment with leaders. But sometimes examining faith actually makes it stronger. The real danger isn’t questioning faith… it’s tearing it down and never rebuilding it.

00:00 - The Reality of Deconstruction Today

01:05 - Is Deconstruction Always Bad?

01:40 - Welcome to Beyond the Numbers

02:11 - The Danger of Bottled-Up Questions

03:45 - Defining Deconstruction vs. Dismantling

05:12 - When Leaders Walk Away (The "Profit" of Deconstruction)

06:15 - The 12 Stones: Building Altars of Remembrance

08:40 - When Pain Becomes the Loudest Voice

09:45 - The Goal is Reconstruction (Alisa Childers book)

10:50 - The Lego Metaphor: Tearing Down is Easy

11:20 - Action Steps: How to Rebuild Your Faith

13:10 - Advice for Pastors: Creating Safe Places for Doubts

15:45 - Preview: The Trap of Church Competition

16:45 - Join the Conversation: Have You Ever Rebuilt Your Faith?

If you’re a pastor, youth leader, or someone wrestling with faith, this conversation will help you think differently about doubt and reconstruction.

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