102. Jesus Christ: Liar, Lunatic, or Lord? My Journey through doubt and Faith | Live Brighter With Tara

What comes to mind when you hear the name Jesus Christ? Was He just a historical figure, a wise teacher, a liar—or truly God? In this episode of Live Brighter with Tara, I share my personal journey of wrestling with these questions, especially after experiencing the pain of religious abuse and spiritual confusion. For years, distorted church teachings made me doubt God's goodness. Through divorce, mental health struggles, and heartbreak, I often wondered if Jesus had abandoned me. But over time, I discovered something different: Jesus as my North Star, my closest friend, and the God who longs for intimacy and love—not fear and control. Together, we'll explore what makes Jesus' claims unique, why His resurrection matters, and how His story continues to transform lives. This isn't about rules or religion. It's about healing, honesty, and finding peace through faith. If you've ever been wounded by church culture, wrestled with belief, or simply wondered who Jesus really is, this conversation invites you into clarity and renewal. ✨ Ready to see Jesus in a new way? Tune in now to begin your journey toward healing, truth, and spiritual freedom.   Get Your FREE Unravel Notebook Chapter for This Week: https://www.livebrighter.info/lead-collection  For More Information: https://www.livebrighter.info/   PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: 00:21 – What comes to mind when you hear "Jesus Christ"? 02:07 – Historical Jesus: liar, lunatic, or Lord? 04:51 – Why did Jesus come? 06:16– Prophecy and miracles explained 13:47 – My personal story: abuse, doubt, and choosing faith 17:19– Divorce, religious abuse, and finding freedom 20:12 – What intimacy with Jesus really looks like   Follow us on our Socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livebrighterwithtara/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Live-Brighter-with-Tara/61552844352218/   Grow 1% each day, I believe in you! Thank you for Listening!   Tags: #WhoIsJesus #JesusChrist #FaithJourney #ChristianityExplained #DeconstructionToFaith #HealingFromReligion #JesusHeals #FindingTruth #FaithOverFear #RelationshipWithGod