{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Fa139c8a2-afb4-4b8f-aa1b-b3c33d13a7ba","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Finding Identity Through Faith: Doubt, Grace, and Who You Are in Christ with Alex Horton","description":"On Inner Peace Better Health, host Sana sits down with Alex Horton to unpack how identity is revealed through faith\u2014not performed for approval. From a youth camp spark to deeper study in theology and divinity, Alex shares how Scripture (Genesis, Ephesians, Romans 5:8), honest prayer, and letting go of people-pleasing reshaped his life. We cover the tension between knowledge and faith, why doubt isn\u2019t failure, and practical ways to realign daily with who you are in Christ. Clear, direct, and grounded\u2014this conversation gives listeners a simple path to start again, today.\nAbout the guest:\nAlex Horton is a pastor and Christian content creator behind The Heart of What We Believe. His work focuses on helping people meet God in everyday life through sermons, devotionals, and reflections. He\u2019s the author of From Wandering to Walking, his personal testimony of redemption.\nKey takeaways:\n\n\nIdentity is received, not achieved: \u201cWhile we were still sinners, Christ died for us\u201d (Romans 5:8) reframes worth apart from performance.\n\n\nStart with three anchors: honest self-reflection (gifts), prayer (ask God to reveal), and Scripture (Genesis for who we are; Ephesians for who we are in Christ).\n\n\nPeople-pleasing is a trap: Alex stopped \u201cchameleon\u201d behavior when he rooted identity in who God says he is, not in others\u2019 approval.\n\n\nKnowledge can refine faith: learn freely, but expect a point where facts can\u2019t replace trust\u2014they often point to a Creator.\n\n\nIt\u2019s okay to doubt: even Jesus cried, \u201cWhy have you forsaken me?\u201d Doubt voiced in prayer can deepen faith.\n\n\nYou are unworthy yet fully loved: nothing earns grace; God chooses to give it. That truth breaks shame.\n\n\nDaily realignment is simple: read one verse on waking, thank God, ask for guidance, pray for others\u2014then act.\n\n\nFaith is a returning practice: miss a day? Return the next. Consistency over perfection.\n\n\nConnect with the guest\n\n\nWebsite/Ministry: The Heart of What We Believe \u2014 theheartofwhatwebelieve.org\n\n\nSocial: @pastor_horton on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook\n\n\nBook: From Wandering to Walking (available on Amazon)\n\n\n\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\n\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\n\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com\ud83c\udf10 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com\ud83d\udccd Based in: India & USA\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let's connect to create a ripple effect of positivity.\nCHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST:\ud83c\udfa7 Listen our 17 Podcast Shows Here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\ud83e\udd1d Be a guest on our other shows: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest\ud83e\udd1d Video Testimonial: h","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/9ff941b2-c1de-4621-8434-9d436107732d/ogy0os5qcgc.jpg"}