Overgrown Faith

Kole shares his personal journey from a childhood of forced church attendance to years of spiritual questioning and distance from God. Through a powerful moment of forgiveness during a prayer with his mom, he experiences a true emotional and spiritual awakening. The message explores how faith can’t be forced, how doubt can lead to deeper belief, and how God meets each of us in our own time—whether we’re evergreens, orchids, or squashes. With honesty and humility, Kole reminds us that love, forgiveness, and growth are all part of the path toward a genuine relationship with Christ.

Proverbs 3:5–6

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight.
In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths."

Revelation 3:15–16

"I know your works; you are neither cold nor hot. I wish that you were either cold or hot.
So, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I am about to spit you out of my mouth."

John 13:7

"Jesus answered, ‘You do not know now what I am doing, but later you will understand.’"

John 13:34

"I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another."

John 15:9

"As the Father has loved me, so I have loved you; abide in my love."

Main Points

1. Faith Isn’t Forced—It Grows

Real faith doesn’t happen because someone drags you to church or tells you what to believe. Like a plant, it grows over time with the right care. Some people are evergreens, some are orchids, and some—like me—are squashes. But God’s love reaches every type.

2. Doubt Isn’t the Enemy

Doubting doesn’t make you less of a Christian—it makes you human. Asking hard questions, wrestling with what you believe, and searching for answers can actually strengthen your faith if you keep seeking God through it.

3. Lukewarm Isn’t Enough

Revelation 3:16 reminds us that living lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—leaves us spiritually empty. God wants our whole heart, not half-interest. You don’t need to be perfect, but you do need to be honest with yourself and with Him.

4. Forgiveness Frees the Soul

During the Lord’s Prayer, the words “as we forgive those who trespass against us” hit me hard. Letting go of resentment toward my brother opened the door for healing. Forgiveness isn’t easy—but it’s powerful and freeing.

5. Jesus is the Proof I Needed

After years of researching, doubting, and trying to “find evidence,” I discovered the real proof of Jesus was in the way He met me—in a moment of prayer, emotion, and surrender. That experience was louder than facts.

6. Everyone Grows Differently

Faith isn’t one-size-fits-all. Some people grow quickly, others take years. Like plants, we all have different needs and timelines. What matters is that we keep growing—whether we’re thriving, just sprouting, or regrowing after being cut down. God is patient with the process.

Overgrown Faith

Main Points

1. Faith Isn’t Forced—It Grows

2. Doubt Isn’t the Enemy

3. Lukewarm Isn’t Enough

4. Forgiveness Frees the Soul

5. Jesus is the Proof I Needed

6. Everyone Grows Differently

Quote

"Everyone grows different. Some of us are evergreens, some are orchids, and some... are squash."
-Kole

Overgrown Faith

Main Points

1. Faith Isn’t Forced—It Grows

2. Doubt Isn’t the Enemy

3. Lukewarm Isn’t Enough

4. Forgiveness Frees the Soul

5. Jesus is the Proof I Needed

6. Everyone Grows Differently

Quote

"Everyone grows different. Some of us are evergreens, some are orchids, and some... are squash." -Kole

"Everyone grows different. Some of us are evergreens, some are orchids, and some... are squash."
-Kole