Perplexity: No + Why | Naked Spirituality Series

When you’re in a season of deconstruction or disorientation, it’s natural and important to say “no” and ask “why.” Today, lead pastor Josh Scott continues our “Naked Spirituality” series by unpacking the role that these two words play during the season of perplexity. He also shares how he sees “no” and “why” reflected in the Psalms, as the writers experienced orientation and disorientation, before then finding a new orientation.

Episode Recap:

Perplexity is a season of deconstruction (0:10)
“No” is about rejecting something that doesn’t work, (4:04)
“Why” is often less about receiving an answer and more about lamenting (5:22)
The Psalms reflect orientation, disorientation, and new orientation (8:23)
“No” helps us set boundaries (13:58)
Embracing “why” is accepting that questions are an important part of faith (18:53)
Disorientation and deconstruction are completely natural (24:35)
There’s no going back, but you can find a new orientation (28:00)


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“Naked Spirituality” by Brian McLaren
“The Message of the Psalms” by Walter Brueggamann