Why Is Faith So Hard? Finding Grace, Hope & Freedom From Shame

Jesse de Leon gets honest about doubt, grace, and the emotional weight of guilt in this powerful episode of The Knowing. He tackles the hard questions: Why does God allow suffering? Why do we struggle to forgive ourselves? And why is faith so challenging even for believers? Through stories about family, missed goals, personal slumps, and everyday setbacks, Jesse reminds us that belief doesn't require perfection—it requires hope. He explains how shame keeps us stuck, but grace allows us to rise again tomorrow. If you've fallen short in your fitness, relationships, faith, or purpose, this conversation will help you release the heaviness and move forward with courage.   ✨ Subscribe now and follow @the_jesse_de_leon to stay connected for future episodes.   00:00 Why Is Faith So Hard? 01:15 What Is Faith & Grace? 02:30 The Gift You Can't See 03:25 Why Do Bad Things Happen? 04:30 Understanding God's Permitting Will 05:40 Parenting, Love & Letting Go 07:00 Faith During Life Transitions 08:45 Even the Disciples Doubted 10:20 Give Yourself Grace 11:30 Does Faith Mean Giving Up Fun? 12:45 The Power of Self-Forgiveness 14:15 Breaking Free From Shame 15:30 Falling Short of Goals 16:45 Slumps, Support & Accountability 17:45 Run Toward the Struggle 18:45 Receiving Unseen Grace 19:40 Start Again Tomorrow