Jeremy Jernigan

Rebuilding Faith

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Rebuilding Faith is a podcast for people who haven't given up on the Bible but can no longer read it the way they used to. Hosted by Jeremy Jernigan (a recovering megachurch pastor), each episode spends ten minutes working through a passage of Scripture with honesty and curiosity. If you've ever felt like the Bible was used against you, or wondered whether there's a way to read it that can hold your doubts without collapsing, you might be ready to rebuild something better.

Author

Jeremy Jernigan

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Religion

Podcast website

www.jeremyjernigan.com

Latest episode

Jul 5, 2026

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Episodes

Living in the Tension (John 6:60-71) 20.07.2025

What do you do when following Jesus gets difficult? In John 6, many of Jesus’ own disciples decide they’ve had enough. His words are too difficult. And one by one, they walk away. We dive into the tension, not to resolve it, but to find Jesus there in the middle of it. If you've ever felt like walking away or wondered how to stay, this message is for you. Click here to watch the episode on video....

Chew On This (John 6:51-59) 13.07.2025

Jesus said what ?! This week on Rebuilding Faith , we explore one of the strangest things Jesus ever said (an invitation to eat his flesh and drink his blood). Yep, it sounded bizarre then and still raises eyebrows today. But what if this graphic metaphor is actually a profound invitation to find real life? In this episode, we unpack the cannibal rumors of the early church, the scandal o...

More than a Meal (John 6:35-50) 06.07.2025

What if we’ve misunderstood what it really means to follow Jesus? In this episode of Rebuilding Faith , I unpack a deceptively simple statement from Jesus: “I am the bread of life.” But this isn’t just about carbs and cravings—it’s about the deep hunger in our souls that food can’t satisfy. We explore why anything we add to Jesus ultimately detracts from our experience with him, how bad theology a...

Show Us a Sign (John 6:22-34) 29.06.2025

What if your spiritual hunger was being fed in all the wrong ways? In this episode of Rebuilding Faith , we follow the crowd chasing after Jesus, not because they want truth, but because they want dinner. After all, he just fed thousands of them with a boy’s lunch. But when they ask for another miracle, Jesus calls out their motives. We’ll challenge the assumptions of prosperity gospel thinking, e...

Waiting for Jesus (John 6:16-21) 22.06.2025

What do you do when you’ve been waiting on Jesus, but all you get is silence? In this episode, we step into a dark night on the Sea of Galilee, where the disciples row through chaos, fear, and unmet expectations. But then something miraculous happens. Jesus walks into their storm. Join me as we explore what it means to trust Jesus before the miracle, to see God's heart in the middle of fear, and t...

What Good is That? (John 6:1-15) 15.06.2025

What do you do when your resources feel laughably small compared to the need in front of you? In this week’s episode of Rebuilding Faith , we explore the only miracle of Jesus recorded in all four Gospels. This isn’t just a story about provision. It’s about the kind of imagination it takes to offer what you have, even when it doesn’t seem like enough. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have what i...

Novels and Cookbooks (John 5:31-47) 08.06.2025

What if the way you’ve been reading the Bible is actually keeping you from seeing Jesus? In this episode of Rebuilding Faith , I unpack one of the most paradigm-shifting things Jesus ever said. You’ll discover why we can’t treat the Bible like a cookbook, why the Ten Commandments in public schools might be missing the point, and how Jesus flips everything we think we know about spiritual authority...

The Point is the Point (John 5:19-30) 01.06.2025

What if eternal life isn’t just something waiting for you after death… but something you’re meant to live in right now ? In this week’s episode, we explore a surprising literary structure hidden in John’s Gospel that reveals the central heartbeat of Jesus' message. Spoiler: it’s not about someday. It’s about today . Jesus says, “Those who listen… have already passed from death into life.” That cha...

Breaking the Rules (John 5:16-18) 25.05.2025

In this episode of Rebuilding Faith, we explore one of the most scandalous moments in Jesus’ ministry—not because of what he did, but  how he did it. When Jesus heals a man who’d been paralyzed for 38 years, the religious leaders aren’t celebrating—they’re furious. Why? Because Jesus had the audacity to break their rules. We dive into what this moment reveals about Jesus, religion, and the te...

Stand Up (John 5:1-15) 18.05.2025

What if the very thing holding you back… is the story you keep telling yourself?  In this episode, we dive into the story of a man stuck—physically and mentally—for 38 years, and how Jesus cuts through his victim mentality with a simple but confronting question: "Do you want to get well?"  We’ll explore how our “shoulds” steal our happiness, why Jesus doesn't play by the rules of Greek g...

Walking With Questions (John 4:43-54) 11.05.2025

What do you do when Jesus gives you a promise… but no proof? This week, we follow a desperate father walking 20 miles uphill, clinging to nothing but Jesus’ word. His story might just be your story—when you’ve prayed, and nothing changes… when you have to walk home with questions. Faith isn’t certainty—it’s trust in a person. If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt, urgency, or unanswered prayers, this...

The Way that Kings Desire (John 4:31-38) 04.05.2025

Ever felt like you weren’t being fed spiritually? Jesus has something to say about that—over a conversation about food, of course. In this episode, Jeremy shares why doing the will of God might be more satisfying than anything you’ve been craving. You’ll hear how a story about chicken wings, a Spanish king, and streaming Samaritans collide. Click here to watch the episode on video. ---------------...

Out of the Flames (John 4:1-42) 27.04.2025

Have you ever felt like your story was too broken, too painful, too far gone? This week on Rebuilding Faith , we reimagine one of the most misunderstood moments in Scripture — the woman at the well. What if her story isn’t about shame… but about hope? What if your story isn’t over either? Discover how Jesus meets us in our deepest wounds — and how your pain can become a source of life. Click here...

Keepers of the Aquarium (John 3:22-36) 20.04.2025

What do you do when someone else gets the spotlight you thought was meant for you? In this episode of Rebuilding Faith, we explore the tension between loyalty, identity, and humility through the lens of John the Baptist and his disciples. If you've ever wrestled with feelings of fairness or questioned whether you chose the right path, this one's for you. Discover why following Jesus means letting...

Snakes on a Pole (John 3:13-21) 13.04.2025

👀 You've heard of Snakes on a Plane , but what about Snakes on a Pole ? Jesus drops one of the strangest references in Scripture—linking Himself to a bronze snake on a stick in the middle of the wilderness. What does that even mean? In this episode, we unravel an Old Testament story that’s wild on its own... but becomes revolutionary when you realize Jesus says it’s about Him . If you’ve ever won...

Talking to Jesus at Night (John 2:23-3:12) 06.04.2025

What happens when a man who seemingly has it all—status, intelligence, and religious authority—finds himself questioning everything in the dead of night? Join us as we dive into the fascinating story of Nicodemus, a religious leader who sought out Jesus in secrecy, only to be met with profound truths that shook his understanding of faith. This episode explores how unlearning is often the first ste...

When Jesus Got Mad (John 2:13-22) 30.03.2025

Did Jesus ever get mad? And if so, why? This episode unpacks one of the most misunderstood moments in the Bible—when Jesus cleared the temple. Was he violent? Who was he really angry with? And what does this story teach us about justice, inclusion, and righteous anger today? Tune in for a fresh perspective that might just challenge how you see Jesus. Click here to watch the episode on video. Episo...

The Scandal of Jesus (John 2:1-12) 23.03.2025

What if Jesus' first miracle wasn’t just about helping a wedding celebration? What if it was a bold challenge to religious traditions? In this episode, we dive into the story of Jesus turning water into wine—one of the most misunderstood and often explained-away miracles in the Bible. But this story is even more radical than you think. Tune in as we uncover why Jesus' actions were so scandalous an...

You are Not the Holy Spirit (John 1:43-51) 16.03.2025

What if sharing your faith wasn’t about having all the answers, but simply inviting others to “come and see”? In this episode, we unpack the final verses of John 1 and discover how a simple invitation led to a life-changing encounter with Jesus. If you’ve ever felt unqualified to share your faith, this episode will encourage you with the freeing reminder: You are not the Holy Spirit. Click here to...

Come and See (John 1:35-42) 09.03.2025

Ever feel like you're carefully curating what others know about you—especially online? In this episode, we explore the powerful invitation Jesus gives: Come and See. What does it mean to be fully known and still fully loved? Join us as we unpack the story of Jesus’ first disciples and what it means for our lives today. Click here to watch the episode on video. 🔑 Key Points: Social Media vs. Reali...

A Lamb and a Dove (John 1:29-34) 02.03.2025

Ever had a moment where something finally clicked? John the Baptist did—when he realized who Jesus truly was. This episode explores what made John recognize Jesus as the Lamb of God, why that title is so significant, and what it means for us today. Could our understanding of salvation be too small? Tune in to find out. Click here to watch the episode on video. Episode Highlights: Seeing Clearly –...

Making Sense (John 1:19-28) 23.02.2025

Do humans really have five senses? In this episode, we explore how we perceive the world and how even with all our senses, we often struggle to make sense of things—just like the people trying to understand John the Baptist. What can his story teach us about faith, identity, and our purpose today? Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that will challenge the way you think about our role in pointin...

Crossing the Line (John 1:15-18) 16.02.2025

What if Christianity isn’t about crossing a line but about embarking on a journey? In this episode of Rebuilding Faith , we challenge the idea that faith is just about making converts and explore how following Jesus is more than just a one-time decision. If you've ever felt stuck in your faith or unsure of what comes next, this episode is for you. Click here to watch it on video. Want to support t...

Do You See It? (John 1:9-14) 09.02.2025

Have you ever struggled to see something that others claim is right in front of you? Whether it’s a hidden image in a Magic Eye book or a deeper truth about life, sometimes we just don’t see what we’re meant to. In this episode, we explore John 1 and the heartbreaking reality that Jesus came into the world He created, yet many failed to recognize Him. What does this mean for us today? Tune in as w...

Can I Get a Witness? (John 1:6-8) 02.02.2025

In this episode, we explore the role of John the Baptist as a witness to the "light," Jesus Christ. We discuss the importance of clear communication, the transformative power of living for something beyond yourself, and the impact of pointing others toward hope and purpose. Whether you're new to faith or a longtime believer, this episode offers insights to help you reflect on the purpose your life...

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