Bear Grylls shared some powerful words about faith and navigating doubt. The television show host, writer and Christian had a moving and heartfelt message concerning faith for anyone who may be wrestling with questions and doubt. Watch the short and heartwarming message Bear shared for anyone who may have questions, concerns or worries regarding faith.
Having faith is not easy. We live in a culture where, unless people see something for themselves, they struggle to believe and trust in it. A popular phrase that you’ll often hear people throw around is “seeing is believing,” which, of course, is how a lot of society thinks and feels.
However, faith involves trusting and believing things that are not seen, which can be understandably challenging at times. As one would expect, the Bible frequently mentions faith, emphasizing the importance of trusting and relying on God, even when we may not see it. The Bible states that we walk by faith, and not by sight. Again, that is much easier said than done.
In a clip posted on YouTube, the host of “Man vs. Wild,” Bear Grylls, shared his perspective and thoughts on faith. Like everyone else, he knows that when there is faith, there is often also doubt and questions.
“I think struggles are OK,” he said. “I think doubts are OK. You know, it’s part of faith, isn’t it? Two sides of the same coin – faith and doubt. You don’t have to have it all together. Ultimately, what is faith? It’s that sort of backbone through our life that brings light and strength, community, vision, security, confidence. It’s a journey, will go up and down, but know the value of great people in your life.”
Later in the clip, he says that if you’re struggling and have doubts when it comes to faith, you are not alone.
“But if you’re struggling, I say, join the club,” he added. “That’s OK, you know? Luckily, our faith doesn’t depend on how great we are. Our faith says we’re loved; we’re held. We’re in His arms, regardless.”
Hebrews 11:1 “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, and the sign that the things not seen are true.”