Challenging Emotion

I didn’t set out to have a theology. When I was growing up, I believed that God flicked two atoms together to ignite the Big Bang, watched the universe assemble itself, and then settled back in a recliner with some popcorn to watch humanity like a chaotic reality show. That version of God was distant but ultimately harmless. It didn’t ask much of me. It didn’t comfort me either—but it also didn’t interfere with my life. I didn’t feel the need to question it... until it stoppe

Starting a journey of theological discovery can feel intimidating. You might be thinking: “I don’t know enough.” “What if I don’t believe the right things?” “What if I open doors that I can’t close?” “Where would I even begin?” Take a breath. Theological discovery and understanding yourself isn’t about passing a test. It’s about becoming more honest, more awake, and more intentional about the questions you’re already living. Let’s talk about how to actually begin. 1. Start wi