Crazy Unbelievable Faith


Ever found yourself mindlessly scrolling social media at 11:47 PM, acting like a raccoon looking for emotional leftovers? We often think temptation is this massive, dramatic event, but the enemy rarely destroys us instantly. Instead, he simply distracts us with small, micro-mini compromises. At some point, we find ourselves treating accountability like a "spiritual customer service" counter where we hide our real messes behind a nicely painted mirage of honesty.

Brian and Kersha unpack the real battlefield of temptation—the daily tug-of-war between your spirit and your late-night impulses. From over-the-shoulder math arguments to their supposedly micro-mini goldendoodle tackling a "play-dead" backyard squirrel, this episode is a raw, funny, and deeply practical guide to stopping the cycle of secrecy. It's time to stop answering the enemy's FaceTime calls, quit flirting with what God told you to flee, and discover how true healing beats willpower every single time.

🔥 What You'll Learn
  • How to distinguish between an active spiritual battle and the normal realities of simply being human
  • Why the enemy utilizes small, micro-mini distractions rather than launching an instant, total destruction
  • The danger of treating your accountability group like a "spiritual customer service" counter instead of practicing real honesty
  • Why temptation heavily thrives in secret isolation and how guilt and shame widen the cracks in your foundation
  • How to identify your primary vulnerability windows—like being tired, lonely, frustrated, angry, bored, or scrolling late at night
  • What Jesus’s showdown with Satan in the wilderness teaches us about fighting temptation with unshakeable scripture instead of raw feelings
  • The primary areas the enemy targets continuously: your true identity, appetite, pride, shortcuts, power, and patience
  • Why 2 Timothy explicitly instructs us to physically flee youthful lusts rather than standing around to test our own strength
  • How sharing your hidden burdens reveals that nine times out of ten, others are facing much heavier unseen battles
  • The fundamental difference between quick willpower fixes and seeking real, localized emotional and spiritual healing
đź’¬ Memorable Quotes
  • "Temptation itself is not proof you're failing. It's proof you're human."
  • "The enemy rarely destroys people instantly. Instead, he distracts them."
  • "Temptation usually shows up when we're tired, lonely, frustrated, angry, bored, or scrolling social media at 11:47 PM."
  • "You cannot control every temptation, but you can control what gets your attention."
  • "Some Christians got accountability partners they will never actually tell the truth to. That's spiritual customer service."
  • "Stop flirting with what God told you to flee."
  • "Nobody has ever accidentally fallen into prayer."
  • "The battle between your spirit and your snack drawer."
  • "Some of y'all rebuke the devil, then immediately answer his FaceTime call five minutes later."
  • "Nine times out of 10, you'll pick your problems up, walk away, and be like, 'Thank you, God, I only have to deal with this.'"
  • "Jesus fought temptation with scripture, not feelings."
  • "The goal isn't perfection overnight, it's to surrender daily."
🛑 Reflect + Apply

This week's challenge:
  • What is the specific late-night distraction or "snack drawer" temptation you keep reaching for to temporarily medicate your pain?
  • Are you engaging in true, messy honesty with your inner circle, or are you just managing a comfortable mirage of spiritual correctness?
  • Look at your current boundary lines: are you boldly running away from compromise, or are you standing around trying to prove how strong you are?
  • Think about a recurring vulnerability—is it driven by a lack of raw willpower, or is there a deeper emotional wound that requires Christ's healing?
đź“– Scripture Focus
  • James 1:14-15 — "But each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their evil desire and enticed." Understanding how internal desires act as the ultimate trap.
  • Matthew 26:41 — "Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak." Recognizing our baseline physical limitations.
  • Hebrews 4:15 — "We do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses." Finding deep empathy in a Savior who faced the exact same battles.
  • 2 Timothy 2:22 — "Flee the evil desires of your youth." A call for men and women to actively run away from danger rather than attempting to negotiate with it.
  • Proverbs 3:5-6 — "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding." Moving past emotional feelings to anchor our decisions in God's truth.
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Because the life God calls you to isn't always easy, but it is always worth it.


What is Crazy Unbelievable Faith?

Welcome to Crazy Unbelievable Faith, a podcast where co-hosts Brian and Kersha Owen guide you through the storms of life with humor, authenticity, and faith. In a world where silence and stigma around mental health prevail, we invite you to step out of your comfort zone and into a space of vulnerability and growth. Whether you're seeking hope, self-belief, or just a good laugh, 'Rare Air' is your sanctuary. Join us as we share personal stories and insights, interview inspiring guests, and provide tools to empower you to break free from the past and live a life of bold authenticity. It's time to discover who you truly are and embrace the journey ahead—together. Tune in for your dose of encouragement, humor, and real talk.