That’s a Great Question with Scott Sauls

Workaholism is the most socially acceptable addiction in our culture. Nobody stages an intervention for it. Nobody tells you to get help. Instead, we get rewarded with raises, promotions, and applause. In this episode, Scott Sauls draws from his forthcoming book The Mercy King (Zondervan, June 2026) and a clinical study from the University of Bergen to expose what compulsive working actually is: a slow form of self-enslavement. Scott also describes the three chapters of the workaholism story many of us are living inside, and the invitation Jesus offers to anyone who feels tired from their own striving. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Easter Monday brings us back to everyday life. The resurrection has happened, but the disciples still have to work, eat, and move forward. This is where most of us live. Not in dramatic moments, but in ordinary days. This episode explores what it means to live in light of the resurrection in real life. Faith is not only about belief, but about how we work, love, and serve in daily rhythms. If Jesus is alive, then nothing we do in love is meaningless. This is where resurrection becomes personal and practical. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Easter Sunday is the turning point of the Christian story. The resurrection of Jesus is not only about what happens after we die, but about what is already happening now. It signals the beginning of a new kind of life and a restored world. This episode explores the deeper meaning of resurrection and why it changes how we think about fear, suffering, purpose, and hope. If Jesus truly rose from the dead, then nothing is beyond renewal and nothing is without meaning. This is not just future hope. It is present reality. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Silent Saturday captures the space most of us know well. A space where prayers feel unanswered, clarity is absent, and God seems quiet. The disciples lived this reality without knowing what would come next. This episode explores what it means to remain in that tension. Faith is not always confident or clear. Sometimes it is simply staying present in uncertainty without giving up. If you have ever struggled with waiting, doubt, or the silence of God, this reflection offers a grounded and honest perspective on what it means to trust in the in between. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Good Friday forces us to reconsider everything we believe about power, suffering, and love. As Jesus hangs on the cross, he refuses to save himself, even though he has the power to do so. This episode explores the meaning behind that choice. The cross reveals not weakness, but the most deliberate and costly expression of love. A God who absorbs violence and responds with forgiveness instead of retaliation. If you have ever struggled to understand suffering or questioned where God is in it, this reflection offers a profound and challenging perspective. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Maundy Thursday captures a moment that reshapes how we understand power, leadership, and love. On the night before his death, Jesus kneels and washes the feet of his disciples, fully aware that they will soon betray, deny, and abandon him. This episode explores the deeper meaning behind that act. It is not performance or symbolism, but a revelation of what true love looks like in action. A love that serves without condition and gives without needing return. If you want to understand the kind of life Jesus invites us into, this is essential. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Spy Wednesday is a quiet day on the surface, but something decisive is unfolding in secret. Judas, one of Jesus’ closest followers, moves toward betrayal through a series of hidden choices and compromises. This episode explores how spiritual drift happens slowly and often unnoticed. It is not driven by doubt or honest questions, but by unexamined motives and growing self deception. If you want to understand how small decisions shape the direction of your life, this reflection offers a sobering and necessary invitation. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Holy Tuesday reveals a side of Jesus we often overlook. Under constant pressure, criticism, and traps, he responds with clarity, composure, and truth without becoming defensive or harsh. In a culture that rewards outrage and quick reactions, Jesus embodies a better way: engaging without attacking, standing firm without needing to dominate. This episode explores what that looks like in real life, and why it may be one of the most compelling demonstrations of faith in today's us-against-them world. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Holy Monday is one of the most surprising moments of Holy Week. In the temple courts of Jerusalem, Jesus overturns the tables of the money changers and disrupts a religious system that had turned worship into a marketplace. Why did Jesus react so strongly? And what does this moment reveal about his heart? In this episode, we explore the deeper meaning behind the temple cleansing and why Jesus showed fierce opposition to self-serving systems that exploit the vulnerable. Holy Monday reminds us that faith should open the door to God—not close it. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Palm Sunday begins Holy Week with celebration—but it also reveals a profound misunderstanding about the kind of king Jesus came to be. In this episode, Scott Sauls reflects on the moment when crowds welcomed Jesus into Jerusalem with palm branches and cries of “Hosanna,” believing he would overthrow their oppressors and restore their nation. Yet within days, those expectations collapsed when Jesus chose the path of suffering and the cross instead of political power. This conversation explores the tension between the Messiah people wanted and the Messiah who actually came—and what Palm Sunday still exposes about our own expectations of God today. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Why did Jesus spend so much time eating with people respectable society rejected? In the Gospels, Jesus regularly shares meals with tax collectors, sinners, and outsiders—people the religious establishment avoided and often condemned. But in the ancient world, table fellowship carried deep meaning. To eat with someone was to extend dignity, belonging, and relationship. In this episode of That’s a Great Question, Scott Sauls explores why Jesus intentionally welcomed the “wrong” people to his table and what those surprising meals—from Levi’s feast to the Last Supper—reveal about the heart of God’s kingdom and the radical reach of grace. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls  

Most people focus on the final week of Jesus’ life. But what about the thirty years before his public ministry began? In this episode, Scott Sauls explores the hidden years of Jesus leading up to Holy Week. From the temple encounter at age twelve to his baptism and wilderness testing, the Gospels reveal a deeper story of preparation and identity. Drawing from Scripture and theological insights, this conversation helps listeners understand why Jesus’ quiet early years were an essential part of the mission that would ultimately lead to the cross and resurrection. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls  

Being ghosted by someone can be confusing and deeply painful. In this episode, Scott Sauls explores why ghosting wounds us so profoundly and what a healthy response actually looks like. Drawing from psychological research on rejection, Brené Brown’s work on belonging, and the honesty of the Psalms, he offers practical guidance for navigating the silence without losing your dignity or self-worth. If you’ve ever been left wondering what happened in a relationship, this conversation provides clarity, compassion, and hope. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Why do the people closest to us sometimes trigger our deepest fears? In this episode, Scott Sauls explores the strange vulnerability that comes with love. Drawing from Psalm 62 and the life of Henri Nouwen, he explains why we often place expectations on human relationships that only God can carry. The result can be anxiety, insecurity, and fear of loss. But Scripture points to a deeper foundation for identity and security—one that frees us to love people fully without asking them to be our ultimate source of stability. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls  

Knowing Scripture doesn’t always quiet health anxiety. Psalm 139 offers something deeper than information - it offers the steady presence of a God who fully knows us and does not turn away. Through the story of missionary David Brainerd, who suffered chronic illness and died at 29, this episode explores how peace can coexist with unresolved fear. Being fully known by God is not exposure - it is shelter. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls  

Many believers assume that if anxiety lingers, they must be failing spiritually. But in Matthew 6, Jesus’ words “Do not be anxious” are not a demand for emotional perfection. They are an invitation into the attentive care of a Father who already holds tomorrow. Drawing from the Sermon on the Mount and Søren Kierkegaard’s reflections on anxiety, this episode reframes worry - not as a test you must pass, but as a doorway into trust. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls  

Many people who love their country feel like strangers in it right now. They vote and feel misrepresented. They engage and feel displaced. Scripture speaks meaningfully to this. In 597 BC, God sent a letter to exiles in Babylon and told them to build, plant, and pray for a city that was difficult for them and that they never chose to be part of. This episode explores what faithful displacement looks like for Christians navigating political homesickness today, and why the restlessness you feel may be less of a problem, and more common, than you think. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Most of us want to be good citizens. We also sense that the political moment keeps asking for something more than our participation—something closer to devotion, or even our worship. That tension has a name, and Scripture speaks directly into it. This episode looks at Daniel and Dietrich Bonhoeffer as two men who served their governments faithfully and refused to surrender what only God deserves. What freed them wasn't unusual willpower. It was knowing where, and to whom, they ultimately belonged. If politics has been taking more out of you than it should, this conversation is for you. VIDEOS: http://youtube.com/scottsauls ADDITIONAL INFO: Website: http://scottsauls.com Essays: http://scottsauls.substack.com Socials: https://linktr.ee/scottsauls

Our bodies are breaking down and our mortality rate is one person per every one person. But the gospel reframes death as a doorway that transforms how we live now. Tim Keller, facing cancer, said: "I've spent my whole life telling people death is not the end for Christians, and now I get to prove I actually believe it." Scripture promises our perishable bodies will be raised imperishable—sown in weakness, raised in power. Your worst-case scenario long term as a believer? Resurrection and everlasting life. If you're looking for a good reason to have hope, this one's for you. Links & Socials: Website: http://scottsauls.com YouTube: http://youtube.com/scottsauls Substack: http://scottsauls.substack.com X: http://x.com/scottsauls Instagram: http://instagram.com/scottsauls LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-sauls-b91b137/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.sauls.7/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@scottsauls

Helicopter parenting feels like love, but what if it's creating the fragility we're trying to prevent? Children today spend half as much time playing outside while anxiety skyrockets. Political commentator Van Jones once said to a room of college students: "I don't want you to be safe ideologically. I want you to be strong." Romans 5 teaches that suffering produces perseverance, perseverance builds character, and character creates hope. Biblical parenting is confident but not controlling—we teach, guide, and release our children into God's hands. Your kids don't need perfect parents who eliminate every risk. They need faithful ones who point them to Jesus and let them grow strong. Links & Socials: Website: http://scottsauls.com YouTube: http://youtube.com/scottsauls Substack: http://scottsauls.substack.com X: http://x.com/scottsauls Instagram: http://instagram.com/scottsauls LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-sauls-b91b137/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.sauls.7/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@scottsauls

Ancient Sparta prepared their youth for hardship. Modern culture protects our youth from it. We've created the most anxious generation in history by prioritizing safety over strength. But a Spartan mother's words—"With it, or on it"—point to what we've lost: courage to face danger. Safety has its place, to be sure. But Scripture offers something even better than safety: a God who walks through fire WITH us. From Shadrach in the furnace to David facing Goliath, deliverance comes THROUGH danger, not around it. The courage our ancestors knew is still available today. We don't need smaller risks—we need a bigger God. Links & Socials: Website: http://scottsauls.com YouTube: http://youtube.com/scottsauls Substack: http://scottsauls.substack.com X: http://x.com/scottsauls Instagram: http://instagram.com/scottsauls LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-sauls-b91b137/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.sauls.7/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@scottsauls

We pick up our phones 2,617 times per day, scrolling for five hours, searching for comfort but finding anxiety instead. Our devices promise connection but deliver comparison, distraction, and restlessness. Why can't we break free? In this episode, Scott shares three biblical truths that address the root of digital anxiety: your worth isn't measured in likes, rest is a spiritual discipline, and Christ—not your online platform—defines your identity. If you've ever felt trapped by your screen, the gospel offers a better way forward. Links & Socials: Website: http://scottsauls.com YouTube: http://youtube.com/scottsauls Substack: http://scottsauls.substack.com X: http://x.com/scottsauls Instagram: http://instagram.com/scottsauls LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-sauls-b91b137/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.sauls.7/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@scottsauls

That sinking feeling when friends are together and you weren't invited. The loneliness when calls and texts go unanswered. It all contributes to the feeling of loneliness. According to the US Surgeon General, loneliness carries health risks equal to smoking 15 cigarettes daily. Social media amplifies the pain—we scroll through highlight reels, convinced everyone belongs except us. But the gospel offers deeper truth about belonging. In Christ, you're not an outsider hoping to make the cut. You're family. This secure identity frees you to pursue real friendship without fear of rejection and notice others standing on the edges. Links & Socials: Website: http://scottsauls.com YouTube: http://youtube.com/scottsauls Substack: http://scottsauls.substack.com X: http://x.com/scottsauls Instagram: http://instagram.com/scottsauls LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-sauls-b91b137/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.sauls.7/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@scottsauls

What happens when your job becomes your identity? Many of us tie our worth to our work, living with fear that if our career falls apart, we'll fall apart with it. But the gospel offers a different foundation. Your life is hidden with Christ in God—anchored not in what you do but in Whose you are. You're created for good work, but not saved by it. Discover how to untangle your identity from your job and find freedom to work without the crushing weight of self-justification. Links & Socials: Website: http://scottsauls.com YouTube: http://youtube.com/scottsauls Substack: http://scottsauls.substack.com X: http://x.com/scottsauls Instagram: http://instagram.com/scottsauls LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-sauls-b91b137/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.sauls.7/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@scottsauls

Why does financial security never seem to quiet our fears about money? In this episode of That’s a Great Question, we examine why money can promise peace but never deliver it. Through Jesus’ words in Matthew 6, insights from The Great Gatsby, and the hope of the gospel, we explore how financial anxiety reveals what we’re really trusting—and how Christ offers a deeper, lasting security. If you feel trapped between “not enough” and “never enough,” this episode offers a clearer, freer way forward. Links & Socials: Website: http://scottsauls.com YouTube: http://youtube.com/scottsauls Substack: http://scottsauls.substack.com X: http://x.com/scottsauls Instagram: http://instagram.com/scottsauls LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-sauls-b91b137/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.sauls.7/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@scottsauls  

Why do we keep worrying about tomorrow even when today is manageable? In this episode of That’s a Great Question, we explore how our desire for certainty fuels anxiety—and how Jesus offers a better way. Drawing from Matthew 6, C.S. Lewis, and the gospel itself, this conversation looks at why worry robs today of its strength and how trust in God restores peace. If you feel stuck in "future-tripping," anxious ruminating, or mental fatigue, this episode offers a grounded, hope-filled way forward. Links & Socials: Website: http://scottsauls.com YouTube: http://youtube.com/scottsauls Substack: http://scottsauls.substack.com X: http://x.com/scottsauls Instagram: http://instagram.com/scottsauls LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-sauls-b91b137/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.sauls.7/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@scottsauls

Every new year awakens hope for change, yet many of us feel defeated when old patterns return. In this episode, Scott Sauls explores the deeper longing beneath our resolutions: whether real, lasting change is actually possible. Drawing from Scripture, the struggles of Samuel Johnson, the failure and restoration of Peter, and the steady hope embodied by Florence Nightingale, Scott shows how Christian hope is not rooted in willpower but in God’s faithfulness. Discover how grace brings slow, enduring transformation, even when progress feels fragile and incomplete.

Christmas often brings more pressure than peace. Beneath the lights and traditions, many people feel anxious, guarded, and stretched thin. In this Christmas Day episode, Scott Sauls explores the spiritual significance of Santa Claus by telling the true story of Saint Nicholas of Myra. Drawing from Scripture and the gospel, this episode shows how generosity and courage flow from knowing we are already rich in Christ. Discover how Advent invites us to live open-handed, outward-facing lives shaped by the love of Jesus rather than fear or scarcity.

Many of us know John 3:16 by heart yet quietly assume we are the exception. In this Advent episode, Scott Sauls speaks to the hidden ache of feeling unworthy of love and buried in regret and shame. Walking through John 3:16–18 and the story of Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol, he shows how God’s love comes toward people who feel disqualified, not away from them. Discover how the incarnation and the cross prove that in Christ, “not condemned” can be spoken over you.

Life doesn’t slow down just because we’re exhausted. Many people live tired, telling themselves rest will come later, but it never does. In this episode, Scott Sauls reflects on Mark 6, where Jesus invites His weary disciples to come away and rest, even as real demands remain. Drawing from Eugene Peterson and Marva Dawn, Scott explores how Christian rest is not laziness or escape, but an act of trust in Christ. Discover how Sabbath, reordered loves, and receiving from Jesus can renew your soul in the middle of a full life.

Joy is one of the most familiar words of the Christmas season, yet many of us enter Advent feeling anything but joyful. In this episode, Scott Sauls explores why joy can seem out of reach and how the Bible offers a deeper, Christ centered joy that can live alongside grief, anxiety, and disappointment. Drawing from Luke 2, John 15, Habakkuk, and the story of blind hymn writer Fanny Crosby, we consider how Jesus meets us in our lowest places and plants a resilient joy that circumstances cannot uproot.

Many of us live with a constant habit of imagining the worst about the future. We rehearse disasters that may never happen and exhaust ourselves with “what if” anxiety. In this episode, Scott Sauls looks at how Scripture and the gospel speak to our fear of the unknown. Instead of leaving your future to random chance, God anchors it in the crucified and risen Christ who already reigns over tomorrow. Learn how to move from chronic worry to a settled trust in the One who will never abandon you and will one day make all things new.

Peace is one of the most printed words at Christmas, yet for many of us it feels like the one thing we do not actually have. In this Advent episode, Scott Sauls opens John 14 and Philippians 4 to show how Scripture speaks of shalom as more than a mood - it is the steady, guarding peace of Christ in the middle of real chaos. Drawing on voices like Elie Wiesel and Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Scott explores how God steps into a fearful, noisy world not with quick fixes but with his own presence. If anxiety, stress, and overwhelm are wearing you down, this conversation will help you seek peace in Christ that circumstances cannot take away.

Regret has a way of settling into the soul, sometimes quietly and sometimes with relentless intensity. As a new year begins, many people feel the weight of unfinished goals, relational wounds, and the long list of “should-haves.” Instead of energy and hope, the season can begin with heaviness. In this RESET episode, Scott Sauls reflects on Romans 7 and 8, showing how the apostle Paul names human inconsistency with striking honesty while refusing to let failure have the last word. Drawing from Brennan Manning’s lifelong journey with grace and Brené Brown’s distinction between guilt and shame, Scott explores how the gospel frees us from condemnation and rewrites our story with mercy, belonging, and hope. Keywords: Christian regret, Romans 7, Romans 8 no condemnation, overcoming shame, Brennan Manning, Brene Brown, Scott Sauls, letting go of failure, gospel healing, Christian emotional health

Spiritual apathy rarely arrives all at once. It drifts in quietly until prayer feels routine, Scripture grows sporadic, and worship becomes familiar instead of nourishing. As a new year approaches, many Christians find themselves wondering whether their desire for God can return in a meaningful way. In this RESET episode, Scott Sauls looks at Revelation 2:1-7 and explores why outward faithfulness is not the same as inward affection. Through biblical insight, Christian marriage imagery, the story of Hosea and Gomer, and a rich reflection from C. S. Lewis, Scott offers a hopeful, gospel-centered path back from spiritual apathy. Learn how remembering, repenting, and returning can renew intimacy with Christ and reawaken love that has grown cold. Keywords: spiritual apathy, renewing desire for God, Revelation 2 teaching, returning to first love, Scott Sauls, gospel encouragement, Hosea and Gomer, spiritual reset, Christian emotional health, Christian burnout

When life feels unstable, hope can feel out of reach. In this Advent episode, Scott Sauls explores what Christian hope really is and why Scripture insists it grows strongest in seasons of uncertainty. Drawing from Isaiah 40, Romans 8, Vaclav Havel, and Fleming Rutledge, Scott shows how hope takes root not in optimism or outcomes, but in the character and presence of God. This episode helps you name your discouragement honestly, remember what God has already done, and entrust your future to the God who holds it. If you’re tired, anxious, or unsure about the road ahead, this conversation offers a grounded, gospel-centered way to rediscover hope. Keywords: Christian hope, Advent, Isaiah 40, Romans 8, spiritual discouragement, emotional health, suffering and faith, gospel encouragement, Scott Sauls, hope in uncertainty

Is gratitude really that life-changing—or just a nice idea for Thanksgiving Day? In this episode of That’s a Great Question, we explore how a consistent posture of giving thanks—especially when life is hard—can reorient our perspective, renew our relationships, and deepen our joy. Drawing from Scripture and real-life insight, we uncover why gratitude is one of God’s most transformative gifts.

Can you really thank God for the worst parts of your story? In this episode of That’s a Great Question, we reflect on the harrowing yet hope-filled experience of Corrie and Betsie Ten Boom in a concentration camp—and what it teaches us about gratitude, suffering, and the deep, often hidden work of God. If you've ever asked why God allows certain pains to remain and even to escalate, this conversation offers a redemptive and healing perspective.

Does gentleness even work anymore? In a culture driven by noise, division, and outrage, we’re told to shout louder to be heard. But in this episode of That’s a Great Question, we reflect on why gentleness might be the most underestimated force for change in the world today. Drawing from Scripture, the life of Jesus, and powerful modern examples, we unpack why strength under control speaks louder than rage ever could.

Grace sounds beautiful until it lands where we don’t expect it—on someone we think doesn’t deserve it. In this episode of That’s a Great Question, we explore the real nature of grace: how it offends our sense of fairness, embraces the "wrong" people, and transforms even the most broken among us. Through Scripture, stories, and honest reflection, we uncover why grace is not just amazing—it’s astonishing.

Whether you’re a longtime admirer of Keller or Joni, or you’re simply exploring what authentic Christian greatness looks like, this conversation is for anyone seeking a faith that’s thoughtful, steady, and shaped by the long obedience of following Jesus. In this episode, we explore:
• What Tim Keller modeled about humility, wisdom, and gospel-centered leadership
• How Joni Eareckson Tada’s suffering became the soil for joy, courage, and spiritual depth
• The shared foundation that shaped both of their lives
• Why Christian greatness is never about spotlight, platform, or fame
• What these two leaders can teach us about our own discipleship, influence, and calling My hope is that their example encourages you toward a deeper confidence in Christ and a renewed desire to live faithfully, quietly, and well. If this episode resonates, feel free to share it with someone who loved Tim Keller, admires Joni Eareckson Tada, or is searching for a more grounded, thoughtful Christian faith.

When the faith you once trusted begins to unravel, does that mean you're losing your way—or finding it? In this episode of “That’s a Great Question,” we explore how deconstruction, when guided by the Spirit, can lead to a deeper, more honest, and reconstructed Jesus-centered faith. If your belief system feels like it's collapsing, this conversation will show you that what feels like the end may actually be your true beginning.

Is Jesus enough without the church? In this episode of “That’s a Great Question,” we explore one of the most common spiritual inquiries of our time: can I follow Jesus without being part of a church? Through stories, scripture, and honest reflection, you'll hear why community is not optional in the life of faith—even when it’s hard. If you’ve been burned by religion or tempted to walk with Christ alone, this conversation offers clarity, empathy, and a deeper invitation into something better.

Is the church a life-giving family or a flawed institution? In this episode of “That’s a Great Question,” pastor and author Scott Sauls explores why Jesus didn't abandon what some call "organized religion," but instead built the church - His church - as a vessel for grace, healing, and mission. You'll discover why boundaries can bless, how faith flourishes in form, and why the church, for all its failures, remains at the heart of God’s plan. If you've wrestled with the tension between loving Jesus and struggling with organized religion, this conversation is for you.

If you’ve ever felt like walking away from faith, this episode is for you. In That’s a Great Question, pastor and author Scott Sauls unpacks how the love of God and the pain of life meet at the cross. Drawing from the stories of Joseph, Job, and Jesus, he shows how Christianity uniquely reveals a God who is not distant, but who suffers with and for us. When life hurts and faith feels fragile, this conversation will help you see that God’s silence is not His absence—and His heart breaks right alongside yours.

Is doubt a sign that your faith is failing—or that it’s growing stronger? In this episode of That’s a Great Question, pastor and author Scott Sauls explores how Scripture reveals God’s surprising tenderness toward those who wrestle with uncertainty. Drawing from the stories of Thomas, John the Baptist, Elijah, and others, Scott shows why honest doubt can become the very path to deeper trust. If you’ve ever feared that your questions put you on the outside of faith, this conversation will remind you that God moves toward doubters, not away from them.

Many wrestle with God's seeming silence - especially in seasons of crisis. In this episode, pastor and author Scott Sauls explores the biblical reasons why God often seems hidden and how His "absence" can become an invitation into deeper, not lesser, faith. We’ll consider the story of Job, the words of Jesus, and the lived experiences of believers like C.S. Lewis and Mother Teresa who have, paradoxically, found God most present when He felt most absent.

What if the real reason we hide, pretend, and perform is that we’re not yet convinced God actually likes us and is quite fond of us? In this episode, pastor and author Scott Sauls helps us explore how the cross of Jesus speaks not only to our guilt, but also to our shame. With insights from the likes of Tim Keller, Steve Brown, and Jack Miller, you’ll hear how lingering at the cross can transform your identity from "tolerated" to "treasured." Discover four signs you're starting to live as one who is both forgiven and loved.

In today’s episode, we’re asking: What should Christians do about Halloween? Instead of offering a one-size-fits-all answer, pastor and author Scott Sauls helps us explore how believers can approach this day with discernment and love. From its ancient roots to present-day tensions, we’ll look at Halloween through a gospel lens - one that neither retreats in fear nor joins in uncritically. You’ll also hear three practical ways to express hospitality and live as "salt and light" on a day that many associate with darkness. Let’s explore and discover how the love of Christ can transform even the most complicated and potentially polarizing cultural moments.

How do you move forward when you can’t change the past? In this final episode of the current series called Life’s Too Short to Miss the Point, Scott Sauls reflects on grace, healing, and the redemptive power of God in the face of our regrets. Drawing from Scripture and stories like Peter, Augustine, and Zacchaeus, this conversation invites you to stop pretending, start confessing, and move forward with courage. Your past isn’t the end of your story - and it absolutely doesn’t disqualify you from the future God has for you.