Living on the Edge with Chip Ingram Daily Podcast Dealing with Doubts - Doubt vs. Unbelief: Helping Young People Navigate Faith Challenges, Part 1
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May 22, 2025 Join Sean McDowell, a professor of Apologetics at Biola University and author of over 20 books, as he discusses navigating faith challenges faced by the youth. They explore how doubt can deepen one’s faith and provide practical strategies for parents and grandparents to support loved ones in crisis. McDowell emphasizes the importance of open dialogue and creating supportive environments for spiritual growth. They also tackle modern issues, including how to approach topics like sexuality with love and truth, fostering authentic Christian connections.
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Doubt Isn't Unbelief
- Doubt is not the opposite of faith; unbelief is.
- Doubt means not being 100% certain, but faith can exist alongside questions and uncertainty.
Sean's Doubt Conversation
- Sean McDowell shared a personal story of wrestling with doubt, learning atheist arguments against Christianity while in college basketball.
- His dad encouraged him not to reject Christianity without conviction and assured unconditional love, which deeply impacted him.
Respond Calmly to Doubts
- When young people doubt, parents should avoid freaking out and defensive reactions.
- Give space, show unconditional love, be curious about their questions, and offer help without pressure.
