Help My Unbelief
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Our central idea is to inspire each of us to move beyond our doubt, to understand what doubt truly is, and to use that understanding to develop a faith that produces spiritual fruit in our lives.
Our central idea is to inspire each of us to move beyond our doubt, to understand what doubt truly is, and to use that understanding to develop a faith that produces spiritual fruit in our lives.
True or False
Doubt is a emotional and unnatural concept that no true Christian should have and is an indication of a lack of faith in the power of God
"Doubt is not the opposite of faith; it is an element of faith." Paul Tillich
Examples of Spiritual Giants that experienced doubt
Thomas (Jn. 20:24-29)
The Disciples
Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. And when they saw him they worshiped him, but some doubted.
Examples of Spiritual Giants that experienced doubt
Thomas (Jn. 20:24-29)
The Disciples
The Father in Mark 9
And Jesus asked his father, “How long has this been happening to him?” And he said, “From childhood. And it has often cast him into fire and into water, to destroy him. But if you can do anything, have compassion on us and help us.” And Jesus said to him, “ ‘If you can’! All things are possible for one who believes.” Immediately the father of the child cried out and said, “I believe; help my unbelief!”
Other Great “Doubters”
Gideon (Judges 6:36-40)
Peter (Matt 26:69-75)
Abraham and Sarah (Gen 15, 16)
Moses (Exodus 3, 4)
But Moses said to God, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the children of Israel out of Egypt?”
Other Great “Doubters”
Gideon (Judges 6:36-40)
Peter (Matt 26:69-75)
Abraham and Sarah (Gen 15, 16)
Moses (Exodus 3, 4)
John the Baptist
Now when John heard in prison about the deeds of the Christ, he sent word by his disciples and said to him, “Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?”
Other Great “Doubters”
Gideon (Judges 6:36-40)
Peter (Matt 26:69-75)
Abraham and Sarah (Gen 15, 16)
John the Baptist (Matt 11)
Elijah (1 Kings 19)
Question: How does God's patient response to Gideon, Moses and other spiritual giants encourage me personally?
Question: How does God's patient response to Gideon, Moses and other spiritual giants encourage me personally?
Cultivating Fruitful Faith Through 4 Honest Engagement
Cultivating Fruitful Faith Through 4 Honest Engagement
Engage with Doubt Honestly: Recognize that doubt is a natural part of faith. View it as an invitation to growth, not a failure. Suppressing doubt can be harmful, while confronting it can make faith more authentic.
Study Scripture Deeply: Regularly read the Bible, especially passages where figures struggled with doubt. As James 1:6 urges, we should "ask in faith, with no doubting," aiming for a settled conviction in God's Word.
Lean Into Christian Community: Share your struggles with trusted mentors and friends. Positive social support is vital. As Jude 22 reminds us, we are to be patient and compassionate with those who doubt.
Take Faith-Inspired Action: Sometimes growth comes from "doing" even when you feel unsure. Acts of service and obedience can restore perspective and reinforce faith through experience.
