Faith was forbidden where she grew up — yet God still found her.In this thought-provoking episode of Out of Focus, Shannon Stewart sits down with Helen Bloom, who was born in the final years of the Soviet Union — a time and culture where religion was outlawed and belief in God was considered foolish and uneducated.After moving to the U.S. as a child, Helen spent years convinced Christianity wasn’t intellectually credible… until a series of conversations, books, and undeniable moments began to shift her worldview. What unfolded is a remarkable story of curiosity, reason, and the gentle pursuit of God.If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt, questioned faith, or wondered whether Christianity is reasonable — Helen’s journey will challenge, encourage, and surprise you.They discuss:Growing up where faith was illegalWhy she dismissed Christianity for yearsThe intellectual evidence that made her think againHow God pursued her through people + booksWhy faith isn’t blind — but deeply reasonableEncouragement for skeptics + new believers“I thought faith was for the uneducated… until I started thinking.” — Helen BloomNo matter where you are on your journey — keep asking, keep knocking. You may discover the One who’s been pursuing you all along.Chapters00:00 Welcome03:15 Growing up in the Soviet Union10:50 Religion outlawed — shaping her worldview16:25 Coming to the U.S.22:40 Why she rejected Christianity29:10 Books + people God used36:45 When reason met faith43:20 Encouragement for skeptics51:00 Helpful resources56:10 Final encouragementYou are seen. You’re not alone.Jesus welcomes the questioning heart.RESOURCES & LINKS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_shannon_stewartPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outoffocuspodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonstewartmodelTikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/shannon_stewart_🎙️ All platforms & freebies: https://linktr.ee/shannonstewart📩 Booking inquiries: [email protected]#OutOfFocusPodcast #ShannonStewart #ChristianPodcast #Testimony #Redemption #Grace #Faith

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