In this deeply courageous and transparent episode, Brian and Kersha are joined by Logan Burchett, a guest they met by divine appointment at a local restaurant. What started as a simple server-customer interaction blossomed into a profound conversation about the battles young men face today. Logan opens up about his journey from a childhood of faith to an "existential crisis" fueled by atheistic influences, eventually spiraling into multi-substance addiction and a harrowing struggle with pornography. Brian and Kersha help navigate the darkest parts of Logan’s story, including a traumatic experience with grooming and exploitation during his early teen years. They discuss the dangerous desensitization caused by social media, the reality of "spiritual progress rather than spiritual perfection," and the scientific and spiritual rewiring of the mind through tools like EMDR and scripture. From the powerful visual of the "dirty cup" in Matthew 23 to the grace found in taking life "one day at a time," this episode is a testament that no matter how much "mud" is in your life, the clean water of the Holy Spirit can wash it away. 🔥 What You’ll Learn The "Cup" Analogy: Logan’s defining realization from Matthew 23—why cleaning the outside of the dish (appearance/reputation) means nothing if the inside is full of greed and self-indulgence. The Trap of Desensitization: How early access to smartphones and pornography numbs us to reality, distorts relationships, and acts as a gateway to deeper spiritual disconnect. Grooming Awareness: A sobering look at how predators operate not just online, but in person—and why we must teach the next generation to trust their "red flags." Progress Over Perfection: The AA principle that releases us from the shame of failure: we aren't demanding immediate perfection, but daily spiritual growth. Rewiring the Brain: Kersha breaks down how trauma impacts the mind and how therapies like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) can help "reprogram" triggers. The 24-Hour Rule: The practical application of "do not worry about tomorrow"—finding sobriety and peace by focusing solely on the grace needed for today. 💬 Memorable Quotes Logan: "If you pour clean water into a cup full of mud and muck, eventually all of that will be washed... which is just a really good example of the Holy Spirit cleansing us." Brian: "Definitely step out of your comfort zone because you never know at the end of that conversation what a doorway can open for someone else." Logan: "A godless world is not a freeing world." Kersha: "Everyone is guilty until you prove yourself innocent... your guard is always up... but if you're not willing to let your guard down and take that risk to a degree, you just don't know the connections like this." Logan: "We truly connect with people, not with our strengths, but in the vulnerability of our weaknesses." Logan: "I have to proclaim my forgiveness for him... If not, I'm just gonna continue to let the effects rule my life." Logan: "We claim spiritual progress rather than spiritual perfection." 🛑 Reflect + Apply: Questions to Ask Yourself Are you focused on polishing the outside of your "cup" (social media image, career, reputation) while ignoring the "mud" on the inside? Is there a "secret sin" or addiction you are managing like a job, hoping no one notices the cracks in the foundation? Have you become desensitized to things that used to shock you? How is your media consumption affecting your view of others? Are you holding onto unforgiveness toward someone who hurt you? Is that lack of forgiveness keeping you in prison, not them? Are you trying to tackle the worries of next year, or are you willing to trust God for the strength to get through just the next 24 hours? Who is in your support group? Do you have a "sponsor" or spiritual mentor you can call when the urge to slide back arises? 📖 Biblical Principles Focus This episode is anchored in the concept of internal purification and daily reliance: Principle of Internal Cleansing (Matthew 23:25-26): The anchor verse for Logan. Jesus rebukes the Pharisees for cleaning the outside of the cup while the inside remains full of greed. It is a call to deal with the heart first, and the behavior will follow. Principle of Daily Grace (Matthew 6:34): "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself." Logan’s recovery mantra of taking it "one day at a time" aligns perfectly with Jesus' command to live in daily dependence. Principle of Renewal (Romans 12:2): The discussion on changing thoughts to change actions reflects Paul’s command to be transformed by the renewing of your mind. 🙌 Join the Movement If you are struggling with addiction, secret shame, or the weight of past trauma, let Logan’s story be your evidence that you are not too far gone. You don't have to be perfect today; you just have to make progress. We challenge you this week to find your "clean water"—whether that’s a support group, a therapist, or diving back into the Word—and start pouring it into your life until the mud washes away. You are defined by your Creator, not your past actions. Helpful Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Teen and Young Adult Drug Abuse Support Groups – The Full Circle Program (North Kansas City). 💻 Visit crazyunbelievablefaith.com to sign up for behind-the-scenes content, submit a prayer request, and find links to other resources mentioned in today's show. 📩 Got questions or want to connect? Brian and Kersha would love to hear from you. 🎧 Subscribe, rate, and share this episode to help others experience the same encouragement you just received. Crazy Unbelievable Faith: Because the life God calls you to isn’t always easy, but it is always worth it.
In this deeply courageous and transparent episode, Brian and Kersha are joined by Logan Burchett, a guest they met by divine appointment at a local restaurant. What started as a simple server-customer interaction blossomed into a profound conversation about the battles young men face today. Logan opens up about his journey from a childhood of faith to an "existential crisis" fueled by atheistic influences, eventually spiraling into multi-substance addiction and a harrowing struggle with pornography.
Brian and Kersha help navigate the darkest parts of Logan’s story, including a traumatic experience with grooming and exploitation during his early teen years. They discuss the dangerous desensitization caused by social media, the reality of "spiritual progress rather than spiritual perfection," and the scientific and spiritual rewiring of the mind through tools like EMDR and scripture. From the powerful visual of the "dirty cup" in Matthew 23 to the grace found in taking life "one day at a time," this episode is a testament that no matter how much "mud" is in your life, the clean water of the Holy Spirit can wash it away.
🔥 What You’ll Learn
💬 Memorable Quotes
🛑 Reflect + Apply: Questions to Ask Yourself
📖 Biblical Principles Focus
This episode is anchored in the concept of internal purification and daily reliance:
🙌 Join the Movement
If you are struggling with addiction, secret shame, or the weight of past trauma, let Logan’s story be your evidence that you are not too far gone. You don't have to be perfect today; you just have to make progress. We challenge you this week to find your "clean water"—whether that’s a support group, a therapist, or diving back into the Word—and start pouring it into your life until the mud washes away. You are defined by your Creator, not your past actions.
Helpful Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
💻 Visit crazyunbelievablefaith.com to sign up for behind-the-scenes content, submit a prayer request, and find links to other resources mentioned in today's show.
📩 Got questions or want to connect? Brian and Kersha would love to hear from you.
🎧 Subscribe, rate, and share this episode to help others experience the same encouragement you just received.
Crazy Unbelievable Faith: Because the life God calls you to isn’t always easy, but it is always worth it.