Today we're leaning a bit toward the philosophical with the question of what faith really is. Is it a list of teachings or practices? A way to be a better person or a better-than-other-people person? We'll get into some metaphors of what faith is and is not, and I hope these resources are helpful as you figure out faith for yourself.

1. My Brother's Keeper: the faithful organization I mention in today's episode

2. Song: King of My Heart, by Amanda Lindsey Cook

3. Walking with Jesus: A Way Forward for the Church, by Pope Francis

4. Lyric Video, great for meditation: The Voyage, by Amanda Lindsey Cook

5. Journal prompts:

Where in my life has my faith served as anchor, sail, home, road, or lens?

What does it mean to me to be in relationship with God?

1. Song: The Detour, by FAITHFUL

2. Song: Bridge, by Ellie Holcomb

3. A Biblical discussion of what faith is from the Book of Hebrews