We live in a world quick to judge, slow to forgive, and eager to cancel anyone who falls short. But what does that say about us, and how different is it from the heart of Christ? In this episode of the Faithful & Firm Podcast, Pastor Scott Beardsley explores the collision between cancel culture and the radical, restoring power of biblical forgiveness.

Is accountability the same as condemnation? How do grace and truth actually work together? And what happens to a society that forgets how to forgive? This episode challenges the mindset of permanent punishment and reminds us that the gospel is a story of redemption, not erasure.

If you’ve ever been wounded, written off, or tempted to write someone else off, this conversation invites you into a better way, the way of Jesus.

Because forgiveness doesn’t ignore sin… it overcomes it.

Who are you… really? In a culture obsessed with labels, platforms, and personal branding, it’s never been harder to answer that question with confidence. In this episode of the Faithful & Firm Podcast, Pastor Scott Beardsley tackles the growing identity crisis shaping our homes, our churches, and our generation.

Are we defined by our past? Our pain? Our politics? Our feelings? Or has God already spoken something better over us? Through a biblical lens, this episode exposes the danger of building your identity on shifting ground and points you back to the unshakable truth of who you are in Christ.

If you’ve ever wrestled with comparison, insecurity, or the pressure to “be someone,” this episode offers clarity, hope, and a firm foundation to stand on.

You don’t have to guess who you are. You just have to believe what God has said.

In a world that glorifies busyness, burnout, and “the grind,” where does a follower of Jesus draw the line? In this episode of the Faithful & Firm Podcast, Pastor Scott Beardsley takes on the tension between hustle culture and the biblical call to Sabbath rest.

Is nonstop productivity a badge of honor, or a quiet form of unbelief? What does it mean to trust God enough to stop striving and actually rest? And how does Sabbath shape our spiritual health, family life, and long-term faithfulness?

From Scripture to real-life pressure, this episode challenges the lie that your worth comes from what you produce and invites you back into the rhythm God designed: one of work, worship, and holy rest.

If you’re exhausted, overextended, or constantly running on empty, this conversation is for you. Slow down. Breathe. And rediscover what it means to be faithful and firm.