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When faith has been commodified, nationalized, and scandalized, is there anything left to reclaim? With humor, insight, and a dose of memes, Erin Moon offers an open-hearted guide for those feeling conflicted or disillusioned. Through honesty, lament, and hope, she helps readers wrestle with their faith, set boundaries, and rediscover what’s worth keeping.

Am I going through deconstruction? No—especially not in the way that term is often used to describe mistrust in Scripture (I believe in its complete infallibility). But I do appreciate honest reflections from those who, even if they land differently than I do, aren’t afraid to ask hard questions and ultimately trust God more deeply.

Reading Erin’s journey felt like sitting in a spiritual direction session—not one leading to a prescribed outcome, but one that simply invites you to ask questions you’ve either been too anxious to voice or too mentally drained to consider. She’s hilariously thorough in her pop culture connections yet deeply articulate in emphasizing biblical narratives. Her writing works because of both her savvy use of language and the clear conviction behind it.

Whether you think “apostasy is nothing new�� or you’re walking through deconstruction yourself, there’s something here for anyone willing to engage in honest reflection.

Why I read: I’ve followed Erin for a while (during COVID, I basically binged The Popcast), but I wasn’t planning to pick this up until I heard her interview on That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs.

Thank you @readbakerbooks for the eARC 🩶 #netgalley

Perfect for you if you like:
Deconstruction conversations that don’t abandon belief
Memes in theology
Wrestling with big questions without fear
Open faith discussions

Similar to:
Field Notes for the Wilderness by Sarah Bessey
Blessed are the Rest of Us by Micha Boyett
All Things Reconsidered by Knox McCoy

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