David Butler on Faith, Doubt, and a Bigger View of God

Faith Over Certainty

For our 100th episode of Case Studies, I sat down with David Butler, teacher, author, and guide for thousands who’ve wrestled with faith. David put words to something I think all of us feel but rarely say out loud:

That line hit me. Because real faith isn’t about airtight answers, it’s about the courage to live in the tension of the unknown. 🎧 [Listen to the full episode here]

A Bigger View of God

David shared a moment in China that changed everything for him. Surrounded by millions who’d never heard of God, he felt bitter, how could a loving God leave so many out? Then came a quiet impression:

That shifted everything. His faith wasn’t too weak, his view of God was too small.

Faith That Holds Questions

David’s journey shows that doubt isn’t the enemy of faith, false certainty is. True growth comes when we expand our view of who belongs, recognize God’s love working across all cultures and traditions, and hold space for mystery instead of forcing quick answers. That kind of faith doesn’t shrink. It grows.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✅ Why the opposite of faith isn’t doubt, it’s certainty

✅ How to reconcile belief with questions that don’t have easy answers

✅ Why expanding your view of God expands your capacity for trust

✅ What it looks like to live with more patience, humility, and wonder

🎧 [Listen to Episode 100 with David Butler here]

P.S. If this conversation resonated, check out our episode with Bonnie Cordon, on faith, courage, and leading with compassion.