Show notes
Faith deconstruction has become one of the defining conversations in modern Christianity—but what does it actually mean to deconstruct your faith? In this episode of The Biblical Mind Podcast, Dru Johnson sits down with pastor, YouTuber, and book reviewer Joel Wentz to explore why so many Christians are questioning their beliefs and how those questions can lead to deeper spiritual maturity rather than cynicism.
Drawing from his own experience growing up in evangelical Christianity, Joel shares how wrestling with doctrines like hell, eschatology, and biblical interpretation led him through a season of deconstruction before discovering a richer understanding of historic Christian faith. Together, Dru and Joel discuss the difference between sincere faith exploration and tearing down beliefs for their own sake, the role of church culture and church hurt, why asking difficult questions is deeply biblical, and how the Nicene Creed and church history provide stability amid uncertainty.
The conversation also explores theological humility, the importance of Christian tradition, the dangers of intellectual arrogance, and how pastors, churches, and Christian communities can create safe spaces for honest questions without abandoning biblical orthodoxy.
Whether you're personally deconstructing your faith, walking alongside someone who is, or simply want to understand one of today's most important conversations in Christianity, this episode offers thoughtful, compassionate, and biblically grounded wisdom.
Visit Joel's youtube channel (Click Here), or his Patreon (Click Here)
Contact us at The Biblical Mind: Click Here
We are listener supported. Give to the cause here:
https://thebiblicalmind.org/give/
For more articles:
https://thebiblicalmind.org/
Social Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebraicThought
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hebraicthought
Threads: https://www.threads.net/hebraicthought
X: https://www.twitter.com/HebraicThought
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hebraicthought.org
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Deconstruction and Faith
04:56 Different Understandings of Deconstruction
06:03 Interrogating Inherited Beliefs Without Negativity
08:16 Biblical Questions and Cultural Fears
09:39 The Skeptical Mood of Scripture
10:53 Questioning in the Bible: Examples from Scripture
12:26 Personal Stories of Faith and Questioning
16:30 Deconstruction of Eschatology and Hope
19:11 The Compelling Vision of the Renewed Earth
21:24 The Impact of Eschatology on Personal Hope
23:42 Starting the YouTube Journey During COVID
25:03 Sharing Faith and Books Online
27:24 Encouraging Questions and Faith in Community
28:51 Balancing Questions and Faithful Answers
30:38 The Dangers of Going to Foundations Without Humility
31:48 The Role of Sincerity and Humility in Deconstruction
33:10 The Pool Analogy: Standing in the Water
34:41 Rich Christian Thought on Deconstruction Questions
36:24 Historical Answers to Faith Questions
38:31 Healing Through Confession and Love
40:30 Trust and Gentle Care in Discipleship
42:00 The Continuum of Beliefs and Non-negotiables
44:32 The Nicene Creed and Core Doctrines
45:58 Evolving Views on Doctrine of Hell
49:00 The Journey from Open Theism to Classical Theism
52:31 The Impact of Doctrine on Prayer and Spiritual Life
55:09 The Richness of Christian Thought and Tradition
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Our TOPPODCAST Picks 
Stay Connected
