FaithQuest Perspectives
FaithQuest Perspectives
Q017_112625 Rom. 1:18 Why Do We Push God Away?
Q017_112625 Rom. 1:18 Why Do We Push God Away?
Q017_112625 Rom. 1:18 Why Do We Push God Away?
Wednesday 26th November 2025
Explore why humanity pushes God away through sin and how faith offers a path back in Colin Cook's latest episode.
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Get the buttons here!Why Do We Push God Away? Colin Cook Explores Sin and Suppression
Episode Overview
- Sin is used to suppress the truth about God.
- Guilt often manifests in hidden ways like defensiveness.
- Faith is the opposite of suppression, offering boldness.
- God doesn't abandon us; He helps us open up to Him.
- Biblical stories illustrate shifting perceptions of God.
"We sin in order to forget God."
What drives someone to push God away, even when they know He's good and loving? Colin Cook tackles this perplexing question with a refreshing clarity in his latest episode. Drawing from the teachings of Romans 1:18, Colin explores how humanity uses sin to suppress the truth about God, not merely forgetting Him but actively choosing to fill life with distractions.
It's a deep dive into the human psyche, where guilt and shame often lurk beneath the surface, masked by excuses and defensiveness. Colin doesn't shy away from the uncomfortable truth that many feel—a hidden guilt that manifests in various ways, from reaction formation to feeling worse than others. Yet, amidst this candid discussion, there's reassurance. Colin reminds listeners that God doesn't abandon us; instead, He places us in circumstances that urge us to call out to Him.
Through biblical stories like Adam's fall in Genesis, Colin illustrates how perception can shift from seeing God as generous to mean, leading to a cascade of guilt, shame, and fear. But fear not! Colin offers a solution—faith. Faith is the antidote to suppression, allowing believers to speak to God even in chaos and sin, knowing Jesus has taken judgment upon Himself.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the spiritual dynamics at play in addiction and recovery, offering listeners both insight and hope. So, why do we push God away? Dive into this episode for a thought-provoking journey that might just change your perspective.