When Faith Feels Fragile: Understanding the Deconstruction Movement with Guest: Kayla Whittle

We are hearing a lot about deconstruction within the church right now. What is it? What does it mean? And how can we overcome this in ourselves and/or in those we love!Want to talk to one of our Biblical counselors? Click HereContent Worksheet for This LessonKey Scripture For This Lesson:Jude 1:22–23 – “Be merciful to those who doubt.”John 20:24–29 – Thomas’ doubts and Jesus’ gentle response.2 Timothy 4:3–4 – People turning from truth to what their “itching ears” want to hear.Psalm 73 – A believer wrestling with doubt and envy, but Icebreaker Because This is a Hard Topic“When was a time you realized your faith didn’t look like it used to? What changed?”Or:“What word comes to mind when you hear ‘deconstruction’?”* Encourage openness. This sets the tone that doubt and curiosity are welcome here.If using your Anchored Truth episode, recap key points such as:Deconstruction often starts with disappointment, church hurt, or unanswered questions.It can be dangerous when truth is replaced with personal preference.Healthy wrestling with faith (like the Psalms, Job, Thomas) is different from rejecting truth.God invites honest questions but calls us to rebuild on His Word, not our feelings.Scripture focus: Matthew 7:24–27 — “The Wise and Foolish Builders”finding perspective in God’s presence.Group Reflection:1. What do these passages show about how God responds to doubt?2. How can we distinguish healthy questioning from walking away from truth?3. What helps us stay anchored when everything feels uncertain?4. What experiences have shaken your faith or made you question what you believe?5. What are some common reasons people deconstruct their faith today?6. How can the church respond with both truth and compassion?7. What are the dangers of rebuilding faith on emotion, culture, or opinion instead of Scripture?8. How can we help someone who’s deconstructing without being judgmental or dismissive?9. What does it look like to rebuild a mature, resilient faith in this season of life?10. What is your walkaway from this lesson?