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Faithformed | Christian Leadership & Spiritual Formation
Are you feeling the pressure to perform, produce, and perfect every area of your life? In a culture that demands constant visibility, Faithformed invites you to find strength in obscurity and purpose in the pause.
Join author and host Justin Belt (The Purpose in the Pause, Slaying the Lion) as he explores the intersection of Christian leadership, spiritual formation, and emotional health.
Whether you are navigating a season of waiting, battling spiritual burnout, or looking to deepen your Bible study, this show offers the tactical and biblical tools you need to stand firm.
What you can expect each week:
- Biblical Exegesis: Deep dives into Scripture (Luke, John, and more) to uncover ancient wisdom for modern anxiety.
- Honest Conversations: Real talk about the struggles of ministry, parenting, and professional life.
- Practical Theology: Moving from "hearing" the word to being formed by it.
Episodes
29 episodes
25. Christian Hospitality: The Resistance Happens at Dinner | Radical Hospitality & The End of Loneliness
How do Christians use hospitality to create change?The U.S. Surgeon General recently declared "Loneliness" a public health epidemic, stating that isolation is as lethal as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. But political philosopher Hannah ...
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Episode 25
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31:36
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24. Permission to Scream: The Theology of Lament & The End of Toxic Positivity
When the world is on fire- when we see injustice in the headlines or face tragedy in our own homes- the modern church often tells us to "look on the bright side." We are handed a theological band-aid and told that "faith" looks like a permanent...
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Episode 24
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37:52
23: The Noonday Demon: Doomscrolling, Acedia, and the War for Your Attention
It’s 11:30 PM. The house is quiet, but the blue light of your phone is illuminating your face. You are reading terrible news—about raids, about separated families, about a world that feels like it’s catching fire. You know you should sleep, but...
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Episode 23
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25:53
22. The Miracle of "Brother": Faith, Fear, and the Ananias Option (Acts 9)
If Saul of Tarsus lived in 2026, he wouldn’t be a theologian—he would be a federal enforcer with a warrant in his pocket. In a world where power is unchecked and "breathing threats" has become a political strategy, how should the Church respond...
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Episode 22
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43:28
21. You Aren't God, So Quit Trying to Be (The Idol of Control)
Are you exhausted from trying to be the General Manager of the Universe?Most of us walk through life with a "clenched fist" spirit, trying to micromanage our children, manipulate our careers, and force our own outcomes. We call it...
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Episode 21
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33:30
20. Why Safety is Dangerous for Your Soul (The Idol of Comfort)
We define "The Good Life" as a life where nothing hurts. We pray for peace, but we often define peace as the absence of conflict. We think that if things are easy, God is blessing us. But what if comfort isn't a blessing? What if it's a cage?
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Episode 20
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32:34
19. Why "New Year, New Me" is a Lie (The Idol of the New Year)
We treat January 1st like a savior. We convince ourselves that when the calendar flips, we will magically become disciplined, holy, and organized. But by mid-February, the gym is empty, the planner is blank, and the shame sets in.In this...
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Episode 19
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24:44
18. The Idol of Platform: Why Visibility is Exhausting & How to Stop Performing
We live in the age of the Curator. We have become the PR managers of our own lives, constantly managing the gap between who we are and who people think we are. But this constant pressure to be seen, liked, and validated...
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Episode 18
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20:24
17. The Idol of "Next": Why You Feel Behind & How to Trust God’s Timing
Do you feel like you are constantly waiting for your "real life" to begin?We live in a culture obsessed with the future. We tell ourselves, "I'll rest when I get the promotion," or "I'll serve God when I get through t...
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Episode 17
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24:03
16. The Crisis of Credibility: Why The World Has Stopped Listening to Christians
We are living in a crisis of trust. When the topic of faith comes up in culture today, the reaction isn’t usually persecution. It’s an eye-roll.In this transparent and urgent episode of Faithformed, Justin Belt diagnoses why the...
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Episode 16
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21:59
15. Why This Shift is About More Than A New Title (Welcome to Faithformed)
People often think branding is just a cosmetic decision—a new logo or a fresh coat of paint. But sometimes, a name changes because the mission has expanded.In this launch episode of Faithformed, I explain why we are shifting awa...
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Episode 15
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17:15
Teaser: Something Incredible is Coming on December 1! Stay Tuned
You won't want to miss the episode on Monday, December 1. I am unveiling something that is the result of prayer and introspection. It is going to be good! Stay tuned! I'll see you then!
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0:56
14. Faith in the Age of Noise: How to Hear God When Life Feels Loud
We are living at a pace our souls were never designed to carry. The constant notifications, endless scrolling, pressure to stay updated, and noise coming from every direction are draining people spiritually, emotionally, and mentally. If you ha...
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Episode 14
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14:41
13. When God’s Timing Feels Too Slow: Why Waiting Isn’t Punishment, It’s Preparation
You’ve prayed.You’ve obeyed.You’ve waited.And still, nothing seems to move. The doors stay closed. The breakthrough feels overdue. You watch other people’s lives accelerating while yours looks frozen.If you’ve ever whisper...
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Episode 13
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14:48
12. When Obedience Costs You: Following God When It Hurts, Stretches, and Changes Everything
What happens when obedience doesn’t feel rewarding but wrecks your comfort instead?In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin takes you into the raw, soul-stretching side of faith that most people avoid talking about: what t...
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Episode 12
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14:24
11. When Your Calling Feels Bigger Than You | Faith, Purpose, and Building Spiritual Capacity
Ever felt called by God… but completely unprepared to carry that calling?Like you can see where God is leading you, but you don’t feel skilled enough, confident enough, resourced enough, or “spiritual enough” to get there?Th...
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Episode 11
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14:36
10. How to Start Strong and Actually Finish Well
Starting is easy. Finishing well is holy.In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin Belt delivers a hard-hitting message on endurance, purpose, and faithfulness. Drawing from 2 Timothy 4:7, Galatians 6:9, He...
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Episode 10
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16:00
9. The Ministry of Boring Obedience: The Hidden Power of Everyday Obedience
What if the most powerful thing you could do right now isn’t something new but something consistent? In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin confronts our obsession with excitement, visibility, and emotional highs by revealing t...
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Episode 9
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14:50
8. How to Build Quiet Strength That Lasts
We live in a culture obsessed with speed, noise, and visibility. But the Kingdom of God builds differently. In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin challenges the myth that success must be fast and public. Through powerful insig...
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Episode 8
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11:28
7. Finding Purpose When You Feel Stuck: What If You Are Exactly Where You're Supposed to Be?
Do you ever feel behind in life, stuck in the wrong place, or late to your calling? In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin challenges the lie that you’ve missed your moment and reminds you that God’s timing is always perfect. D...
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14:27
6. Why You're Still Hidden- And What This Season Is Teaching You
Do you ever feel like you’re doing everything right—praying, serving, showing up—but no one notices? In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin unpacks the purpose of hidden seasons and why God often conceals what He values most. H...
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Episode 6
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13:38
5. Called But Not Famous Yet? Finding Peace in the Process
Have you ever wondered why God called you but still kept you hidden? In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin speaks to the heart of everyone who feels overlooked, forgotten, or unseen. Through the story of David’s anointing in o...
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Episode 5
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12:29
The Pursuit Podcast Special Edition: The Purpose in the Pause Q& A
Your questions. My answers. No filters.In this special episode of The Pursuit Podcast, I address 15 real questions about my new book, The Purpose in the Pause: Trusting God When Everything Is on Hold. Some questions are...
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35:22
4. The Myth of Arrival: Why 'Making It' Never Feels Like Enough
Many of us live with the hope that one day we’ll “arrive”, or we’ll feel secure, confident, successful, and finally at peace. But the truth is, arrival is an illusion. In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin dismantles the dange...
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Episode 4
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15:16
3. You're Not Behind, You're Becoming: How to Grow At Your Own Pace
Do you ever feel like you’re falling behind in life, calling, or purpose? In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, Justin confronts the lie of comparison and reminds you that God’s timing is not your timing. Drawing from Galatians 6:9, ...
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Episode 3
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16:58