In this inaugural episode, Sam and Dr. Aaron Halstead, a local pastor and professor, discuss the issue of divisions and disagreements within Christianity. They explore why, if Christianity is true, there are so many different denominations and passionate disagreements among Christians. The conversation also delves into how individuals can navigate these differences and find confidence in their beliefs amidst varied interpretations.

• (00:00:00) - Stumble: Faith is Hard, Dissent Is Real
• (00:03:20) - Dr. Aaron Halstad
• (00:06:22) - 9 Things That Cause People to Question Their Christianity
• (00:12:23) - Tribal Triage
• (00:18:52) - The Problem With Splintering the Church
• (00:26:51) - on Divisions in the Church
• (00:29:58) - Philosopher on the Differences in the Bible
• (00:38:42) - The Separation of the Christian Faith
• (00:45:36) - The Nicene Creed's 1700 Year Birthday
• (00:47:39) - Anxious Christians Find a Non-
• (00:56:26) - Separation of the Church and the Questions
• (00:58:22) - The Need for a Community

Doubt is a normal part of the life of faith. Join us on The Stumble as we take time to discuss the real doubts and questions people have toward faith generally and Christianity specifically. Over the course of this podcast we'll discuss:

• Why Christianity is so divided
• The tension of the Bible's description of a loving God and the reality of human suffering
• The abundance and diversity of human religious expression
• The reality that Christians can be so hurtful to one another and the world around them
• The prevalence of faith deconstruction
• Biblical ethics and human freedom
• The seeming obsession of some Christians with politics

• (00:00:03) - Stumble Discussions on Faith and Doubt