Life.Church with Craig Groeschel

The Benefit of Doubt | The Benefit of Doubt | Part 1

Feb 16, 2025

Doubt isn't a dead end; it can illuminate one's spiritual journey. The narratives of biblical figures like Thomas reveal that questioning one's beliefs can foster a deeper faith. Shared struggles create connections, showing listeners they're not alone in their uncertainties. Embracing doubt encourages open dialogue in communities. Ultimately, engaging with these doubts can lead to transformative prayer and a renewed relationship with God, inviting a hopeful path toward spiritual resilience.

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Doubt should be acknowledged as part of the spiritual journey, leading to deeper faith rather than undermining it.

Simplistic responses to doubt often alienate those struggling, highlighting the need for empathetic support and understanding during crises.

Deep dives

Navigating Spiritual Doubts

Facing spiritual doubts is a common experience for many believers, especially when confronted with challenging situations like the loss of a loved one despite fervent prayers. It can lead to questions about God's love and presence during our hardships, creating a struggle between faith and doubt. This episode highlights the importance of acknowledging these doubts instead of suppressing them and reassures that having such struggles does not diminish one's faith. Personal anecdotes illustrate how even committed Christians can grapple with uncertainty, revealing the humanity in all believers.

Intro

8min

Finding Comfort in Shared Doubts and Struggles

2min

Embracing Doubt in Faith

10min

Embracing Doubt on the Faith Journey

10min

Embracing Doubt and Finding Faith

6min

If you’ve ever questioned your beliefs, you’re not alone. Doubts don’t have to end our spiritual journey—they can actually lead us to a deeper faith than we ever expected. Let’s find out how in this message.

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At some point, we’ve all questioned what we believe. But doubt isn’t a dead end. Confronting our deepest questions can actually lead us closer to Jesus. Together, let’s discover The Benefit of Doubt.

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