Honest Questions About Faith: Prayer, Christian Living, and God's Goodness

Join Pastor Jonathan and Pastor Troy Kennedy for week three of the "Evidence" series from Westside Church, where they tackle some of the biggest questions and objections to the Christian faith.

In this episode, they dive deep into three fundamental questions many believers wrestle with:

Does God really hear my prayers? Exploring 1 John 5:14-15 and the Psalms, the pastors discuss how God's unlimited attention means He can hear billions of prayers simultaneously. They address the reality that God always answers prayer—with yes, no, or wait—and why sometimes the answer isn't what we hoped for in the moment.

How do I live the Christian life without burning out? Both pastors share their personal struggles with trying to be "good boys" through sheer willpower. They unpack the difference between legalistic behavior modification and true transformation that flows from loving Jesus. As they put it: "God loves you as you are and not as you should be, but he also loves you enough not to leave you as you are."

Where is God when life is painful? Through the lens of Romans 8:28 and the cross, they explore how God doesn't cause all things but redeems all things. The worst thing happened to the best person—and it produced the greatest good for everyone. God can walk with you through suffering and create something beautiful out of tragedy.

This honest, grace-filled conversation creates space for doubt, questions, and real faith.