The Deep End With Lecrae

Francis Chan, a renowned pastor and author of "Crazy Love," dives deep into his transformative journey from megachurch leadership to embracing intimate house churches. He discusses the struggle of balancing faith and insecurity, sharing personal stories of a mental breakdown and moments of profound spiritual reflection. Chan emphasizes the life-changing power of understanding God's unconditional love, highlighting how it reshapes both personal identity and community engagement. Join him as he explores the beauty of genuine connection amidst the challenges of modern faith.

Larry Sanger helped launch the world's biggest encyclopedia—and then discovered the Author of everything. In this eye‑opening Deep End conversation, Larry unpacks his journey from teenage skeptic to Bible‑believing Christian. In this episode🔍 Larry's philosophical detour, agnosticism, and the pastor who couldn't answer his questions Reading the entire Bible in 2020—and the moment it "flipped the switch" How governments, elites, and even Wikipedia shape public opinion (Project Mockingbird, Twitter Files & more) The AI singularity: why super‑intelligence actually made belief in God easier—and the jobs & moral crises it may ignite Angels, demons, the occult, and the unseen realm: are they real or just bad theology? The BEST argument for the existence of God. Let's go to the Deep End! --------------------- Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at https://www.meetfabric.com/Lecrae See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Victoria Sinis, a former OnlyFans recruiter and founder of Creating Gems, candidly reveals the dark realities of the adult content industry. She discusses how agencies target young women on social media, the ethically troubling recruitment tactics, and the shocking statistics about user demographics. Victoria also shares her personal journey from promoting exploitation to empowering women, highlighting her mission to help reclaim their value and purpose amidst a culture that often prioritizes profit over well-being.

Brenna Blain, a theologian and speaker, dives deep into the intersection of faith and mental health. She shares her journey with tattoos as symbols of conversation, discusses the complexities of faith, identity, and trauma, and explores redefining women's roles in church. Brenna addresses the importance of empathy in understanding suffering, the necessity of community support in mental health, and the challenges within megachurch leadership. This honest discussion encourages a greater understanding of both spirituality and personal struggle.

Grammy-winning artist and author Jonathan McReynolds joins Lecrae for one of the most vulnerable and eye-opening conversations yet. From sold-out tours and public accolades to private burnout and breakdowns, Jonathan opens up about what it really costs to "climb the mountain" of success—and why coming down might be the most spiritual move of all. In this episode, we discuss: Why fame is more isolating than it looks The hidden dangers of chasing greatness instead of goodness How celebrity culture dehumanizes artists The pain of not having a spiritual father figure—and becoming one anyway Dating while in the spotlight and guarding your heart from perception-drunk relationships Why humility—not just theology—is what saves us from ourselves This is a must-watch for anyone wrestling with purpose, platform, or pressure. 📕 Jonathan's new book: Before You Climb Any Higher: Valley Wisdom for Mountain Dreams 🔔 Subscribe for more honest, unfiltered conversations on faith, culture, and healing. Let's go to the Deep End! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Go to glorify-app.com/lecrae and join over 20 million people who have downloaded the Glorify app and deepened their relationship with God. Go to GUM.FM/LECRAE to fill out our audience survey. In this raw and unfiltered episode of The Deep End, Lecrae sits down to confront the criticism, controversy, and confusion surrounding his name over the years. From being labeled a "fake christian" to dealing with accusations about his faith, politics, and lifestyle — Lecrae opens up like never before. He shares the full truth: 🍾 The truth about the Diddy parties 💡 Why he almost walked away from God 🔥 The backlash that nearly broke him 🧠 His battle with doubt, mental health, and fame 🙏 What real repentance actually looks like — and why most people get it wrong This isn't about winning approval. It's about transparency, restoration, and helping others navigate the same storms. Whether you're deconstructing, doubting, or just trying to follow Jesus in a messy world — this conversation is for you. 🔁 Share this with someone wrestling with faith. 👇 Drop a comment with your thoughts — let's talk, not tear down. 📲 Subscribe for more honest conversations like this every week. --------------------- See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Go to glorify-app.com/lecrae and join over 20 million people who have downloaded the Glorify app and deep-ended their relationship with God. Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at https://www.meetfabric.com/Lecrae Dive deep with me on this special episode of The Deep End as I sit down with the iconic Will Smith. We go beyond his Hollywood success to explore the spiritual battles and personal growth he's experienced recently. Will gets real about his 20-year break from music, his new album, his journey toward authenticity, and how faith guided him through some pretty dark moments… This is one of my favorites. Also, Let me know who else you'd wanna see on the Deep End! 👀 Let's go. 🤿 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this powerful and entertaining episode, I'm chopping it up with the wise, hilarious, and insightful Stephen Chandler—pastor of Union Church and author of "Relationship Roadmap: A Step-by-Step Direction to Finding Your Spouse." Stephen keeps it real as we dive into dating, relationships, and marriage, sharing gems that will make you laugh, think deeply, and possibly challenge how you've been moving in relationships. Here's what we're diving into: What's really the point of dating? (Hint: It's deeper than you think!) Chemistry, compatibility, and emotional boundaries—how do we navigate all that? How to spot those red and green flags and why you can't afford to ignore them Why "test driving" relationships can set you up for trouble Why shared values aren't optional (and the cost of overlooking them) Stephen's authentic mix of humor and wisdom makes this a must-watch episode—whether you're single, dating, or thinking about marriage. If you're ready for some real talk about relationships, this is for you. Let's go to the Deep End! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Marty Solomon, host of the BEMA podcast and teacher of Jewish and ancient Near Eastern Scripture, shares how Eastern lenses reshape biblical reading. They explore deconstruction as reconstruction. Conversations cover Genesis as chiasm and festival, reading Noah through original audiences, Kingdom versus empire, communal faith over individualism, and reframing heaven, hell, and Satan.

In this powerful episode of The Deep End Podcast, Lecrae interviews Ide, a former devout Buddhist raised in a traditional Thai household who struggled deeply with supernatural experiences, depression, and OCD. After years of spiritual confusion, fear, and searching for answers through meditation and rituals, he unexpectedly encountered Jesus. ✅ In this episode, you'll discover: The truth about spiritual practices in Buddhism. What happens when you pray to spirits What makes Jesus uniquely different than Buddha Whether you're spiritually curious, skeptical, or seeking freedom, Ide's story will leave you with hope and a deeper understanding of spiritual reality. Join Lecrae on this powerful exploration into the unseen realm and discover the real power behind true freedom. Let's go to the Deep End! --------------------- 📱Follow our new instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/deependlecrae/?locale=en_US%2Cen_US 📱Connect with Lecrae - https://linktr.ee/Lecrae 📮 Join the conversation… Exclusive previews, discounts, bonus content, and more: https://deependwithlecrae.com/ Listen to "Lift Me Up" our now on all platforms: https://lecrae.ffm.to/liftmeup.OYD 👕 Shop Lecrae Merch: https://lecrae.store/ To watch my show early each week, download the B-side app for free! 📱 B-side for iPhone https://apps.apple.com/us/app/b-side-app/id6469474522 📱B-side for Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bsideapp&hl=en_US&pli=1 Subscribe to the B-Side YouTube channel: @thebsideapp Want to financially support B-Side?: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bsideapp Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/J2UsE2mFTU See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.