February 22, 2026

Can you be a Christian and still have doubts?

Can you be a Christian and still have doubts?

If we’re honest, most people who follow Jesus have wrestled with questions at some point. Doubts about God, the Bible, prayer, suffering, or faith itself can creep in—and when they do, many people wonder: Does this mean my faith isn’t real?

In this message from our Asking for a Friend series, we explore the relationship between faith and doubt. Is doubt the opposite of faith, or can it actually be part of a healthy spiritual journey?

Looking at examples from the Bible and the experiences of real believers, we’ll talk about how God meets people in their questions, how doubt can lead to deeper understanding, and why honest questions don’t disqualify someone from following Jesus.

If you’ve ever felt unsure, struggled with questions, or worried that your doubts might push you away from God, this conversation is for you.

After all… sometimes when we say we’re asking for a friend, we’re really asking for ourselves.