The Lost: Finding Your Way Back to Jesus - (#1053 - CST)

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Title: Lost in the Spotlight – When Success and Religion Still Leave You Empty

What happens when everything you thought would fulfill you… doesn't?

In this raw and unfiltered episode, Simon and Ben unpack the deep sense of lostness that’s gripping hearts both outside and inside the Church. Centering the conversation around the tragic true story of “Johnny Football”—a gifted athlete who had fame, fortune, and a following, but whose life plan became “blow $5 million and kill myself”—they illuminate the truth that worldly success can never satisfy the soul’s need for Jesus.

But the most alarming discovery? Many churchgoers feel just as lost. Spiritual routines and religious activity are often substituted for genuine relationship with Christ. “I was happier before I became a Christian” is a heartbreaking admission we explore, highlighting how discipleship has been replaced with performance, and church programs have overshadowed personal transformation.

The anchor for this episode is Luke 19:10: “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” That includes those who are not just lost in the world—but lost while sitting in pews.

Simon and Ben reflect on Peter’s walk on water, drawing a striking comparison between staying focused on Jesus versus sinking under the weight of distraction, fear, and unmet expectations. The takeaway? You can still feel lost even while looking religious—because only Jesus satisfies.

This episode cuts through surface-level faith talk and dives into the root of spiritual disconnection. If you’re:

• Achieving more but feeling emptier,
• Attending church but missing intimacy with God,
• Doing “all the right things” but still drowning spiritually—

This conversation is your lifeline.

We explore:

• What happens when identity is built on success or approval
• How religion without relationship breeds disillusionment
• Why authentic connection to Jesus changes everything

No formulas. No perfection required. Just a Savior who says, “Come as you are.” Learn how to reconnect with your true identity in Christ, speak God’s truth over your life, and break free from the illusion that performance, popularity, or possessions will ever complete you.

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