14. What Is Competing With Your Faith? 2 Forces That Pull Doctors Away From God

Send us Fan MailI recently asked myself: What are the biggest obstacles that stand in our way to grow in our Christian faith?The answer was simple yet profound. Take a listen to this episode of Heal The Healers and discover what holds you back in your faith as a Christian Physician.In this episode of 'Heal the Healers' podcast, host Inga Hofmann, a pediatric oncologist and hematologist, discusses the two major barriers that hinder spiritual growth in our Christian faith: unwillingness to sacrifice time and unwillingness to deal with discomfort. She explains how these obstacles can be overcome by dedicating more time to God's word, prayer, and time with Him and being willing to step out of your comfort zone for personal and spiritual development. She highlights the importance of never becoming too comfortable with your understanding of God and the need to continuously learn and grow in faith. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:03 The Importance of Spiritual Growth01:54 The Two Forces Competing Against Our Spiritual Growth05:19 The Importance of Time and Sacrifice in Spiritual Growth11:33 The Challenge of Being Uncomfortable in Spiritual Growth17:02 Practical Examples of Sacrifice and Discomfort23:18 Conclusion and Invitation to the Heal the Healers Mentorship ProgramMentioned in this episode:Episode 13: Your Spiritual Growth: Milk versus Steak?Waitlist to the Heal The Healers Mentorship Program, the only biblical-based mentorship program for Christian physicians to grow in their faith and be descipled amongst physician peers who get you. Registration opens Spring 2024Join Us in BostonWhat if you could step away from the demands of medicine for two days—not to do more, but to encounter God, receive, and be renewed?Join Christian physicians and healthcare professionals from across the country at the Heal the Healers Physician & Healthcare Conference: Healing & Miracles—Bridging Science and Faith.Together, we’ll explore healing and miracles through Scripture, science, medicine, worship, prayer, and practical ministry—while making space for God to minister to us, too.If something in you has been saying, “There has to be more,” I would love to have you in the room.📍 Boston | October 30–31, 2026Standard Registration through September 30👉 SAVE YOUR SEAT:https://healthehealersconference.com/boston2026Join our growing Facebook Community.Follow me on FacebookCheck out my YouTube Channel