Attaching to God: Neuroscience-informed Spiritual Formation 119 Finding Miracles Between Doubt and Joy (with singer-songwriter Andy Squyres)
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Jun 25, 2025 In this conversation, singer-songwriter Andy Squyres shares his transformative journey from the Bay Area to Charlotte, exploring faith, disappointment, and the quest for miracles in life. He dives into his creative process, revealing how grief and hope intertwine in his music. Andy emphasizes the need for authenticity in spiritual experiences and the importance of open dialogue with God during tough times. Listeners can expect heartfelt anecdotes and a glimpse into his upcoming EP, 'Miracle Service,' reflecting his unique blend of faith and vulnerability.
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Defense Against Disappointment
- Disappointment and grief build defense mechanisms that dampen our heart’s connection to God.
- Andy prefers hoping and asking God for everything even if disappointed, rather than never asking at all.
Miracle Service Sign Inspires Hope
- Andy Squyres found a tiny church sign advertising a "Miracle Service" every Wednesday, which struck him as audacious yet tender.
- This encounter rekindled his childlike trust in God amidst faith disappointment and deconstruction struggles.
Balanced View of Pentecostal Roots
- Pentecostal charismatic roots shaped Andy’s faith with high expectancy of the Holy Spirit's power and ongoing work.
- Holds on to good theological insights even while rethinking some beliefs proven insufficient by reality.