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Episode 63: How Studying Buddhism Can Deepen a Jesus-Centered Faith w/ Zach Helton
Episode Description
What if faith wasn’t about having all the answers, but about staying curious?
In this episode of Spirit Outspoken, we’re joined by Zach Helton for an honest, expansive conversation about spirituality, curiosity, and what it means to follow Jesus without fear of exploration. Together, we unpack the pressure many Christians feel to have certainty and why releasing the need to “know it all” can actually deepen, not diminish faith.
Zach shares his personal experience studying Buddhism and how engaging another spiritual tradition unexpectedly enriched his spirituality and relationship with Jesus. We explore how learning from other religions doesn’t mean abandoning Christianity, but can cultivate greater presence, compassion, humility, and spiritual maturity.
This episode is for anyone navigating faith deconstruction, spiritual curiosity, or longing for a more embodied and expansive way of following Jesus - without shame, fear, or rigid dogma.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Why you don’t need all the answers to be a faithful Jesus follower
- How spiritual curiosity can strengthen, not threaten, faith
- Zach’s experience studying Buddhism and how it shaped his spirituality
- Exploring other religions without losing your Christian foundation
- Letting go of fear-based faith and embracing growth
If you’ve ever felt drawn to explore deeper questions, but were told curiosity was dangerous, this conversation is for you.
If you enjoy this episode, be sure to check out:
The Beautiful Lessons of Pain: Healing, Faith & Awakening w/ Ruthie Lindsey
Banned From the Bible: The Hidden Gospel of Paul & Thecla w/ Meggan Watterson
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Healing w/ Bob Vetter
Questioning God & Rebuilding Faith w/ Kristin Mockler-Young
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