Have you ever felt like the faith you once embraced no longer fits? That the version of Christianity you grew up with raises more questions than answers? You’re not alone. Across the globe, more and more believers are experiencingwhat has come to be known as faith deconstruction—a deeply personal process of questioning, reevaluating, andoften letting go of religious beliefs that once felt certain.

But deconstruction is not the end of the road. It can be the beginning of something new, deeper, and more authentic.

In this week’s episode of Designed 4 More, we’re diving headfirst into the difficult yet necessary journey of Deconstruction and Reconstruction. We examine why so many people are deconstructing their faith, how to do it in a healthy and honest way, and—perhaps most importantly—how to rebuild a belief system that is grounded in truth, love,freedom, and personal connection with God.

We’ll hear from Christian mental health experts and faith leaders who offer both compassionate insight and biblicalwisdom for those navigating spiritual upheaval. Whether you’re currently questioning your faith, healing from church-related trauma, or walking alongside someone going through a faith crisis, this episode offers a roadmapback to a resilient, grace-filled relationship with God.

In this episode, we discuss:
✅ Why people are deconstructing their faith now more than ever
✅ The role of spiritual abuse, church hurt, trauma, and theological rigidity
✅ The difference between healthy questioning and abandoning faith
✅ How mental health, psychology, and neuroscience intersect with spiritual doubt
✅ What biblical characters like Job, David, Thomas, and Elijah teach us about doubt
✅ How to reconstruct a relationship with God that is secure, joyful, and rooted in love
✅ Steps for healing your faith while healing your mind
✅ What to do when the church you loved no longer feels like home
✅ How to honor God even in seasons of confusion and darkness

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
💡 Why faith deconstruction is often a symptom of spiritual maturity—not rebellion
💡 How to process doubt and disillusionment without shame
💡 Tips for rebuilding a spiritual foundation that can weather life’s storms
💡 Insights from both Scripture and psychology for navigating your journey
💡 Practical tools for listening to your questions and still holding onto hope
💡 Encouragement for parents, pastors, and friends who feel lost when someone they love begins to deconstruct

🎧 Whether you’re asking deep questions, healing from wounds, or seeking a faith that’s more real than ritual—this episode invites you to wrestle well and reconstruct with grace.

🎙️ Join us as we explore how faith can bend withoutbreaking, how God meets us in our doubt, and how you can discover a stronger, more authentic walk with Christ—on the other side of deconstruction.

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