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Maybe you’ve grown up as a Christian going to church or maybe you’re not interested in religion at all. But when you’re scrolling, hanging out with friends, trying to sleep, or overwhelmed with your day-to-day, do big existential questions ever pop in- you know- things like, “Why am I here? How did all this get here? What happens after I die?” “Is there a God and is there really meaning to all this?” ”What’s so special about Jesus Christ?” We’ve all experienced deep longing for something this world can’t seem to satisfy. Even someone as wildly successful as Taylor Swift knows that to be true. “I had won album of the year at the Grammys for a second time...” She said, “and I remember thinking afterwards, ’Oh my god, that was all you wanted!... That was all you focused on. You get to the mountaintop and look around and you’re like... what now?” If you’re tired and feeling overwhelmed with all the different voices yelling for your affections- telling you what to go after- whether it be success, beauty, the perfect partner, social media followers, money, or power… only to leave you let down and unsatisfied, searching for more… Maybe like my friends and me, you’re after finding something REAL. Every week, join me (Janell Wood), special co-hosts and guests as we ask questions, look for answers, and search for the source of something REAL: Restoration, Eternity, Authenticity, and Love. I believe those things can ultimately be found in relationship with Jesus Christ, but don’t take my word for it. Listen to our conversations for yourself and go on a journey with us: Is Jesus the REAL thing?
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Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
Today on the podcast, we have Caleb Kaltenbach. Caleb tells the story of being raised by three gay parents, how he joined a Bible study and ended up giving his life to Christ. He is now a pastor who helps Christians connect with the LGBTQ+ community.
They talk about the importance of making sure Jesus is the center of our life, finding our identity in Him, empathizing with those who have been hurt by christians and the church, and ultimately finding our healing in Christ.
We hope you enjoy this episode!
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Mentioned in this Episode
Introducing Byrnese: Her Story & Faith Questions
Caleb Kaltenbach
Caleb’s Instagram
Messy Truth - Caleb Kaltenbach
Messy Grace Group
Cannon Beach Conference Center
Gay Girl Good God - Jackie Hill Perry
Preston Sprinkle
Sean McDowell
Brene Brown
Saint Augustine
Beth Moore
Drew Berryessa
Priscilla Shirer
Tony Evans
Dave Dummitt