I just came across a book called Faith Shift, by Kathy Escobar. I would wholeheartedly add it to any list of resources for those considering, or in the process of, moving away from conservative Christianity. Other resources that have been helpful for me include Faith Unraveled, Leaving the Fold (Marlene Winell), and Leaving the Fold (Edward Babinski).
A passage I tripple underlined:
“When I no longer believed in preaching, I wondered what I was supposed to do with my desire to teach. When I lost my beliefs, I wondered what I would teach about. My life purpose came to a bewildering halt. I was burned out at work, done with church, and finished with Christianity. My sense of identity and purpose was completely gone.”
“My sense of identity and purpose was completely gone.” Those who have moved out of conservative brands of faith know exactly how this person feels.