Ep 72 - Why Don’t I Feel Like I Belong?

09/10/2025 24 min

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What Did He Mean by That? 🎙 Episode Title: Why Don’t I Feel Like I Belong?📅 Release Date: October 9th, 2025🎧 Host(s): Dr. Christopher Cali, Pastor Chris Heimerle, and Ashley Cali.Episode Summary:In this episode of What Did He Mean By That?, PastorsChris Cali and Chris Heimerle joined by Ashley Cali dive deeper into last weekend’s message on identity and belonging in Christ. Through stories about sports, faith, and church life, they unpack what it truly means to find your place in God’s family, not just as a spectator but as an active participant. From middle school locker rooms to church communities, the conversation reminds us that real belonging is rooted in our shared identity in Jesus and lived out through participation in His Church.Key Discussion Points:· Why do you think so many people struggle to feel like they belong in church? What barriers—spiritual, emotional, or social—get in the way?· What’s the difference between simply attendingchurch and participating in church life? What are some practical ways to move from one to the other?· How does understanding your identity in Christ affect how you see your place in the church community?Takeaways:1.    Belonging begins with participation. You can’t feel connected if you never engage.2.    Identity in Christ comes first. Our shared faith is what unites us beyond age, background, or personality.3.    Church is God’s design for community. Isolation works against His purpose for your growth.Resources & Next Steps:💒 Get Involved: Support your local church and its mission🎧 Listen & Subscribe: ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Apple Music⁠⁠⁠📩 Questions or Feedback? ⁠⁠⁠Contact us!⁠⁠⁠🗒️ Digital Notes: Notes🔔 Follow us on social media: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠YouTube⁠