What do you do when you feel finished with church but not finished with faith? This conversation is for those who still believe in Jesus but feel worn down, disappointed, or disconnected from the church spaces that once shaped their faith. It is also for people who are still attending church, still showing up, but quietly wondering if they belong anymore. In this episode of Whiskey in the Writings, Joe Oliver explores what faith can look like when certainty fades, trust feels fragile, and the systems meant to support belief no longer feel safe or honest. Drawing from the Gospel of Mark and the raw prayer, “I believe. Help my unbelief,” this episode reframes doubt not as failure, but as part of a thinking, honest faith. We talk about why deconstruction is not rebellion, how church culture can create tribalism that keeps people stuck, and why questioning what you were taught might actually be the beginning of a deeper, more resilient faith. If you have ever felt done with religion but still drawn to Jesus, this conversation is for you. Topics include: • Faith after church hurt and disappointment • Why doubt does not mean you are losing faith • The difference between Jesus and church systems • “I believe, help my unbelief” as a way forward • How to stay spiritually open without forcing certainty If this resonates, consider sharing your questions in the comments. You are not alone, and this channel exists to wrestle honestly together.