73: Finding Real Christianity with Brian Zahnd

When you picture God, who do you think of? For many, God is like an all-powerful Gandalf figure ready to pass judgment with a wave of his magic staff.  God is either an Old Testament God of justice or an uncaring, distant figure. Since many people in our culture today have such a skewed perspective on God's character, I wanted to reach out to a professional on the subject to see what wisdom he might have to bring to the table. Meet Pastor Brian Zahnd of the Word Of Life Church, a member of the Jesus Movement and author of six books. Brian made a change at 45 where he came out of "pop Christianity" and into a more authentic faith. He returned to the Church Fathers, to philosophy, and to his passion for Jesus. Brain went on a long fast and then read as much as he possibly could about Christianity. Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God is Brain's newest book, and today we wanted to pick apart why he wrote it, and how it can change your life. God is a loving Father! Take that encouragement and run with it today. More in this episode: Brian's journey to a real, authentic personal faith. Brian shares the books and writers that helped him change his perspective. The moment in Brian's life that changed everything. What is our problem with hell? What can we do to change it? Examples of Scripture where sacrifice, forgiveness, and love come together. We are all on a journey to discover the true living God. How do you view your heavenly Father? The future for the church in America. Resources Connect with Brian online: https://brianzahnd.com/