Crazy Unbelievable Faith

Am I Going Crazy?

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In this high-energy and hilariously honest episode of Crazy Unbelievable Faith, Brian and Kersha Owen dive into the moments when God’s instructions feel less like a divine plan and more like a lapse in Sanity. We’ve all been there: sitting with a thought so big, so out of left field, or so inconvenient that our first instinct is to crawl back under the covers. Brian opens up about his "multi-window" brain and the trial of shoveling snow, while Kersha reflects on the daunting reality of writing books when you don't even identify as a writer.

The Owens get refreshingly real about the "Fear of Looking Foolish" and how the opinions of others can become a literal cage for our calling. From the absurdity of marching around Jericho to the modern-day "irrational" nudge to help a stranger, this episode explores why God’s assignments often feel unrealistic before they ever feel anointed. Whether you’re facing a "Year of Patience" or a task that feels miles beyond your resources, Brian and Kersha provide a roadmap for moving from "Am I crazy?" to "I am obedient."

🔥 What You'll Learn:

  • The Irrationality of the Call: Understand why God’s instructions often sound crazy before they become undeniable—and why He rarely calls those who feel "sane" or qualified.
  • The Patience Test: Brian shares his struggle with the "Year of Patience" and recommends the YouVersion plan: "I’m Just a Guy: Without Patience" (Link below).
  • The Foolishness Filter: Discover why faith often looks foolish before it looks faithful, and how to overcome the paralyzing fear of being judged by others.
  • Identity vs. Assignment: Learn how to find your identity in the One who gave the assignment rather than the task itself.
  • Abundance vs. Scarcity Mindset: Explore the shift from "I don't want to run out" to "God can do exceedingly abundantly more."
  • The "One Percent" Rule: Break down massive, terrifying callings into manageable "baby steps," understanding that growth happens daily.
  • Testing the Source: Get practical tools for seeking wisdom: Does the person giving you advice have "fruit on their tree"?
  • The Pain of Disobedience: Reflect on the weight of standing before God one day and explaining why fear kept you from your purpose.

    • 💬 Memorable Quotes:

    • Kersha: "Faith often looks foolish before it looks faithful."
    • Brian: "God rarely calls people who feel qualified or sane about the assignment."
    • Kersha: "I don't want to get to heaven and God say: 'So you didn't write that book?' and I have to say, 'You're right, I was afraid.'"
    • Brian: "What would you do if you knew you wouldn't fail? God’s in your corner."
    • Kersha: "Obedience requires courage, not certainty."
    • Brian: "If they don't pay your bills or your mortgage, their opinion shouldn't stop your obedience."
    • Kersha: "God built my identity. I need to find it in Him, not in what I do."
    • Brian: "Iron sharpens iron, and there are sparks included in that."
    • Kersha: "God’s calling often sounds irrational before it becomes undeniable."
    • Brian: "You don't eat the elephant all in one bite; it’s one bite at a time."
    • Kersha: "Who are you afraid will judge your obedience?"
    • Brian: "1% better today is going to multiply. The ripple effect will happen."
    • Kersha: "Growth doesn't happen in a day, but it happens daily."
    • Brian: "If God is for us, who can be against us?"

      • 🛑 Reflect + Apply: Questions to Ask Yourself

      • What is the "crazy" thing you feel God asking you to do that you’ve been dismissing as your own imagination?
      • Are you staying stuck because you're more afraid of looking foolish to people than you are of being disobedient to God?
      • When you look at your "circle of counselors," do they have the spiritual "fruit" on their trees that qualifies them to speak into your calling?
      • Are you operating out of a scarcity mindset (fear of running out) or an abundance mindset (trusting God to provide more)?
      • What is one "baby step"—just 1% of the total task—that you can take this week to move toward what God has whispered to you?
      • If you knew for a fact you could not fail because God was backing you, what would you start doing this afternoon?
      • Is your need for "certainty" actually just a mask for a lack of courage?

        • 📖 Featured Resources:

        • YouVersion plan "I’m Just a Guy: Without Patience". Check it out here: https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/64707

          • Scripture Focus:

          • Hebrews 11:1 - Faith is the confidence in what we do not see.
          • Ephesians 3:20 - God is able to do exceedingly, abundantly more than we can ask or imagine.
          • Romans 8:31 - If God is for us, who can be against us?
          • Proverbs 11:14 - In an abundance of counselors, there is safety.
          • James 1:5 - If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God.
          • Judges 6:12-16 - The story of Gideon, who felt unqualified yet was used by God.
          • Exodus 14:15-22 - Moses leading the Israelites through the Red Sea.

            • 🙌 Join the Movement

            Stop waiting for the assignment to make sense to your logic and start letting it make sense to your faith. Brian and Kersha challenge you to take one bold, "foolish" step this week. Remember that God provides the strength for the step you are currently taking. You don't need the whole map; you just need to trust the Guide.

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            Crazy Unbelievable FaithBy Brian and Kersha Owen