Bridgetown Audio Podcast Deconstruction & Doubt with A.J. Swoboda
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Mar 4, 2021 Author A.J. Swoboda discusses deconstruction in the church, navigating doubt with faith, and the importance of questioning beliefs. The podcast explores Thomas Jefferson's Bible manipulation, cultural bias, and the evolution of God's perception. Insights on embracing uncertainty in deepening faith and the themes of forgiveness, love, and faith as an invitation.
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Phil's Deconstruction
- A.J. Swoboda shares the story of Phil, a young man who deconstructed his faith after moving to Portland.
- Phil encountered new perspectives and questioned his beliefs, feeling lost and unsure of his Christian identity.
The Third Way
- Doubt is neither inherently good nor bad, contrary to popular polarized views.
- A.J. Swoboda suggests a third way, the way of Jesus, which offers a liberating path through doubt.
Doubting Thomas
- Thomas, a disciple, doubted Jesus' resurrection until he saw the nail marks.
- Jesus invited Thomas to touch his wounds, leading Thomas to worship him as Lord and God.