The Trouble With Jesus: Doubt, Faith, and Why So Many Walk Away | Constance Hastings

In this powerful and honest conversation, host Mark sits down with Constance Hastings, author of The Trouble With Jesus: Considerations Before You Walk Away. Together, they explore why Jesus has always been “troubling,” why doubt is not the enemy of faith, and how authentic belief often grows in tension, struggle, and unanswered questions.Constance shares her deeply personal journey—from growing up on the margins of church culture, to discovering faith as a child, to years of ministry as a mental health counselor—and how God led her to write a book especially for skeptics, doubters, and those wounded by church experiences.In this episode, we talk about:-Why doubt can be a doorway to deeper faith-How Jesus disrupts comfort, control, and expectations-Healing from church hurt without walking away from Christ-The difference between spiritual conviction and emotional harm-Why Jesus refused to be a “divine fixer”-What it means to say, “Lord, I believe—help my unbelief”If you’ve ever struggled with faith, felt offended by Jesus’ teachings, wrestled with unanswered questions, or wondered whether it’s possible to stay anchored in Christ when everything feels uncertain—this conversation is for you.📘 Learn more about Constance Hastings and her book:Visit www.constancehastings.com to read her companion blog, explore doubting voices in the Gospels, and receive a 20% discount on The Trouble With Jesus.🛒 Prefer supporting local bookstores? Constance encourages purchasing through your local shop as a way to spark meaningful conversations about faith.🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on faith, mental health, doubt, and spiritual formation.👍 Like, comment, and share with someone who’s wrestling but still searching.