Episode 1366: What If You've Been Hurt by the Church?

Church hurt is real, and for some people, it becomes a reason to walk away from faith altogether. But the failures of imperfect people don't change who Jesus is. Today we'll look at the difference between introducing someone to a church and introducing them to Jesus. We can acknowledge the ways Christians and churches sometimes get it wrong while still pointing people toward the One who never changes.Pursuing God with Gene Appel is designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside’s conviction that God’s grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God’s presence and activity in your life.