Faith in the Aftermath: From Silence to Boldness

In this heavy and heart-felt episode of Crazy Unbelievable Faith, Brian and Kersha process the recent, tragic passing of public figure Charlie Kirk and the profound questions it has raised for believers everywhere. This isn't just a reaction to a news event; it's a raw and honest conversation about what it means to live a faith that is visible in a world that often demands silence. Brian and Kersha get vulnerable about the fears that keep Christians from speaking out, the pressure to maintain a "put-together" image, and the critical difference between being rooted in Christ and truly living for Christ.

The discussion dives deep into the tension between a private, personal relationship with God and a public witness that acts as a "light to the world." From the danger of a "performance-based religion" to the simple, powerful act of speaking the name of Jesus when you don't know how to pray, this episode is a guide for navigating the complexities of modern faith. It’s a must-listen for anyone who has ever asked themselves, "Why do I hide my faith?" or "Am I really living out what I believe?" This is a challenging reminder that silence is an action, and our bold, authentic faith is needed now more than ever to point a hurting world to Christ.

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🔥 What You’ll Learn:

• Public vs. Private Faith: Explore the biblical basis for why faith is both a deeply personal relationship and a public witness meant to be a "city on a hill."

• The Action of Silence: Understand why not saying anything is still a choice and how silence can sometimes create a bigger rift than speaking the truth in love.

• Performance vs. Growth: Discover the critical difference between a "performance-based religion" that manages an image and a "growth-based religion" that transforms the heart from the inside out.

• Overcoming Vulnerability: Learn why the fear of appearing weak or unequipped holds believers back and how to embrace the vulnerability that comes with an authentic faith journey.

• The Power of Forgiveness: Be inspired by the profound example of public forgiveness and what it means to live out Christ's teachings in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

• Authentic Witnessing: Get practical ideas on how to be a "light to the world" in everyday life, from giving a genuine compliment to being led by the Holy Spirit to pray for a stranger.

• A Faith That Speaks: Unpack the core questions of why believers often stay quiet and why politics can become a more common topic than faith, and how to change that narrative.

💬 Memorable Quotes:

• Kersha: "Even some people are rooted in Christ, but they're not living for Christ. There is a mass difference that happens there."

• Brian: "When we stop talking, we stop sharing these things, debating, whatever. That's when bad things happen."

• Kersha: "Silence is an action. I think that's where so many people get it confused... sometimes being silent is the rift."

• Kersha: "It becomes a performance based religion rather than a growth based religion."

• Brian: "If you don't know how to pray, just speak the name of Jesus. And he will come."

• Kersha: "That tension rests between being authentic in our faith, that is humble enough, privately, yet visible enough publicly to point others to Christ."

• Brian (quoting a friend): "Are you reading the Bible? And it was like this gut check moment of like, no, I, wow, I'm doing all this external, but I'm not reading the... one book, the true foundation."

🛑 Reflect + Apply: Questions to Ask Yourself

• Are you living a "performance-based" faith focused on image, or a "growth-based" faith focused on genuine heart transformation?

• In what areas of your life has silence become your primary action? Is there something God is calling you to speak up about with boldness and love?

• Where is the line for you between your private relationship with God and your public witness for Him? How can you be more of a "city on a hill" this week?

• Is a fear of vulnerability (appearing weak, unequipped, or judgmental) holding you back from stepping out more boldly in your faith?

• Are you more comfortable discussing controversial topics like politics than you are discussing your faith? Why do you think that is?

• What is one practical, public action you can take this week—big or small—to point someone to Christ?

Scripture Focus:

• This episode is a practical application of key biblical principles, including:

• Public Witness (Matthew 5:14-16): The episode unpacks the call for our faith to be a "city on a hill" and a "light to the world."

• Strength in Christ (Philippians 4:13): This verse is mentioned as the ideal we strive for, even when we feel weak or vulnerable in our faith walk.

• The Foundation of Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13): The Lord's Prayer is highlighted as a foundational tool for anyone who doesn't know how to pray.

• Humility and Self-Reflection (Matthew 7:5): The principle of removing the plank from your own eye before judging others is alluded to in the discussion of taking care of your own heart first.

• Wisdom and Guidance (Proverbs): The Book of Proverbs is mentioned as a source of wisdom for leadership and daily living.

🙌 Join the Movement

If you have ever felt hesitant to share your faith, struggled with feeling "put together" for church, or wondered if you're making a real impact, this episode is for you. Brian and Kersha's conversation is a powerful call to move beyond a comfortable, "vanilla" Christianity and into the bold faith God has designed for us. This is a challenge to stop hiding and start living a faith that is both privately authentic and publicly visible—not for our own glory, but to point a lost and hurting world toward the hope of Christ. Your faith was meant to be an action, not just a quiet belief.

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