S2BF39-S2BF- What If This Was The Point - Bare Faith With Dr. Gladys Childs

Dive into the depths of spiritual numbness as Dr. Gladys Childs reframes our understanding of feeling disconnected from God. What if these hollow moments aren't signs of abandonment, but invitations to growth? In this reflective season finale, Dr. Gladys invites you to contemplate the age-old struggle between the energy of faith and the stagnation of the soul. She shares the poignant story of Daniel—a deacon whose faith felt like a performance and whose inner longing remained unheard. At the crossroads of empty rituals and unfulfilled longing, Daniel faces a truth he can no longer ignore: the reality of being spiritually adrift. This episode reveals that spiritual emptiness can be fertile ground for transformation, encouraging listeners to embrace their own vulnerable moments. Is the numbness a failure, or is it a preparation for something new? Challenges surface within the church as Dr. Gladys illustrates how recognizing our true feelings can catalyze profound change. Drawing from the Gospel of John, she connects biblical insights to practical reflections, demonstrating that the journey of faith is not linear but often requires sitting in discomfort. Embrace the dark moments with Dr. Gladys as she elucidates how God cultivates growth, even when we feel lost. By contemplating the uncomfortable void, listeners will learn that their struggles may not be barriers, but rather a part of a greater faith story waiting to unfold.

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