There comes a point in many faith journeys when the familiar patterns stop working. Prayer feels dry. Service feels empty. Certainty begins to crumble. In More Than We’ve Known, Season 2 of Conversations with Troy Kennedy, we explore these moments not as spiritual failure—but as invitations into deeper life with God.

In this episode, Troy unpacks “the wall”—a season of spiritual struggle that often marks the transition from the first half of our faith to something deeper and more surrendered. The wall is a confrontation between our will and God’s will, often experienced through spiritual dryness, burnout, suffering, or faith crisis.

We explore the three common responses people have when they encounter the wall:

Bounce back to what feels familiar
Bail out of faith altogether
Break through into deeper intimacy with God

Breaking through the wall reshapes our faith in powerful ways—moving us from willpower to Spirit power, from self-protection to vulnerability, and from achievement-based faith to humble submission. In this season, weakness becomes a gift, creating space for God’s strength to be revealed.

If you’re questioning, weary, walking through loss, or supporting someone in a difficult season, this conversation offers both hope and practical guidance. The wall is not the end of your story—it is often the place where God begins His most beautiful work.

🧭 Life Application

If you find yourself at the wall—through illness, loss, disappointment, or spiritual dryness—receive this season not as punishment, but as an invitation. God is not surprised by your doubts or questions. He is present in your weakness and wants to meet you there.

This week, prayerfully identify one area where you’ve been trying to maintain control. Instead of striving to fix or change your circumstances, practice simply showing up faithfully with God in the midst of them.

Reflect:

What am I trying to control that I need to surrender to God?
How might God be using my current struggles to draw me closer to Him?
Where have I been relying on my own strength instead of His power?
What would it look like to show up faithfully rather than focus on outcomes?

📘 Resources & Show Notes

Spiritual Life Inventory
Discover your stage in the spiritual journey
👉 https://homeworld.ejay563.com/Spirit/survey.php

Westside Essentials
Loving Jesus • Becoming Like Jesus • Sharing Jesus
👉 https://www.westsidefamily.church/essentials

Care & Support
If you’re experiencing crisis or despair
👉 https://westside-family-care-center.squarespace.com

Additional Resources

Dr. Liz Hall — processing suffering
👉 https://www.drlizhall.com
(Upcoming book: When the Journey Hurts)

The Westside Podcast—featuring Jonathan Hansen

Episodes

Episode 4- When Life Hits the Wall • More Than We've Known | Conversations with Troy Kennedy