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A Christian Mid-Life Crisis

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This week’s show navigates through personal anecdotes and theological insights, assessing midlife crises that Christians might face when foundational beliefs are challenged by real-world experiences. Questions of God’s goodness, especially during times of personal suffering or societal upheaval, are poignantly addressed, reflecting a universal struggle within the faith community.

### Key Takeaways: * **Men’s Bible Engagement**: A study indicates an increase in biblical engagement among men, but the criteria of frequency raise skepticism about its depth and impact. * **Midlife Christian Crisis**: As life progresses, Christians may encounter doubts when confronted by questions of God’s goodness amid personal and global tragedies. * **Community and Church Dynamics**: There is a growing awareness of social dynamics within churches, with an emphasis on combating cliques to foster inclusive spiritual communities. * **Handling Familial Conflicts**: The episode discusses effective ways to mediate and resolve family disputes, emphasizing the importance of communication and understanding. * **Faith and Sympathetical Views**: Understanding opposing viewpoints—including those from other faiths or lifestyles—can cause momentary doubt but ultimately serve to deepen one’s faith journey.

### Notable Quotes: *

“Sometimes I think to myself, and I pray, Lord, just have them not ask me about anything in Deuteronomy.” – Mike *

“You know, I can’t leave, but I can’t. I’m not. I’m not functioning well here. You have to help my unbelief.” – Mike

* “People die the way they live.” – Dan

* “There is a harshness to our earthly reality that doesn’t take away from God’s goodness, but like, you still have to live in that.” – Ben

* “I feel like my wife has been trending Baptist for the last decade.” – Ben

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