373: Preston Ulmer — Deconstruct Faith, Discover Jesus
Jan 11, 2024
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Preston Ulmer, author of Deconstruct Faith, Discover Jesus, joins the hosts to discuss the Doubters Club and the importance of respect and open-mindedness. They explore doubts in faith and the value of honesty. They also discuss the parallels between 'Encanto' and deconstructing faith to find Jesus. The chapter reflects on the impact of art on spirituality and analyzes AFC quarterback performances. They focus on the Chiefs' dropped passes and make Super Bowl predictions.
Church should prioritize vulnerability and reconciliation.
Deep dives
Podcast Guest and Book Introduction
Preston Ulmer, author of 'Deconstruct Faith Discover Jesus' and founder of The Daughters Club, joins the Baymont Podcast.
The Doubters Club
Preston Ulmer discusses The Doubters Club, which aims to model friendship and pursue truth and goodness together.
The Importance of Doubt
Preston emphasizes the importance of questioning faith and highlights that doubts are a sign of a vibrant faith.
The Role of Deconstruction
Preston explores the role of deconstruction in personal faith journeys and how it can lead to rediscovering Jesus.
The Value of Confession and Forgiveness
Preston discusses the value of confession and forgiveness in the church, envisioning a future where the church leads with vulnerability and reconciliation.
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings are joined by Preston Ulmer, author of Deconstruct Faith, Discover Jesus, founder and director of the Doubters’ Club, pastor at North Point Church in Springfield, MO, and many pastoral roles before that.