The Church Fathers, Understanding that God is on Your Side, and Joshua Ryan Butler's Favorite Books

In this episode of "A Stroll Through the Library," host Matt Walker Thrift welcomes author and pastor Joshua Ryan Butler. They dive into Joshua's journey with literature, from childhood favorites like "The Lord of the Rings" to the profound impact of "The Ragamuffin Gospel" on his faith. Joshua shares insights from his latest book, "God is on Your Side," exploring the depth of theological concepts in the Gospel of John and the balance of vulnerability in storytelling. Join them for a thoughtful conversation on grace, resilience, and the transformative power of narrative.Make sure to check out all of Joshua's books especially his newest: "God is on Your Side: How Jesus is For You When Everything Seems Against You" and follow him on instagram: @joshuabutlerpdx.If you want to stay up to date on the A Stroll Through the Library Podcast make sure to follow: @astrollthroughthelibrarypod and @pastorthrifty on Instagram.Also don't forget to grab a copy of Matt Walker Thrift's newest book "Enemies of the Heart: What the forgotten Prophet Teaches Us About Bitterness, Betrayal, and God's Justice"