The Eikon Podcast

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S8E266 - Constructing Our Faith

June 22, 2026 • Michael Burns

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Michael and Jeff explore the concepts of construction, deconstruction, and reconstruction of faith within the church, focusing in this episode on construction. What is construction and why is doing it with the right understanding vital to the process of healthy deconstruction that leads to mature reconstruction? They discuss how faith is built, the role of tradition and scripture, and practical ways to help believers grow spiritually.

00:00 Introduction and Context Setting

06:36 Exploring Spiritual Construction

26:30 Elements of Faith Construction

27:21 The Role of Study Series in Discipleship

30:06 Strengths and Weaknesses of Study Series

31:53 Using Study Series as a Tool

34:15 The Importance of Ongoing Construction in Faith

36:15 Understanding Iatrogenic Beliefs

44:08 The Process of Deconstruction and Reconstruction