Special Gentle and Lowly Interview — with Dane Ortlund and Brent Aucoin
Dec 3, 2021
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Janet's husband, Pastor Brent, interviews Dane Ortlund, author of Gentle & Lowly. They discuss the importance of a gentle and lowly heart, the welcoming and accepting nature of Jesus, and the significance of humility. They reflect on personal experiences and highlight Christ's unfailing love and invitation.
The book 'Gentle and Lowly' explores the heart of Christ for sinners and sufferers, emphasizing His tender and compassionate nature.
Understanding and embracing the gentle and lowly heart of Christ leads to profound growth, genuine joy, and an unwavering desire to follow Him.
Deep dives
The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers
In this podcast episode, the author discusses the book 'Gentle and Lowly' written by Dane Orland. The book explores the heart of Christ for sinners and sufferers, emphasizing that Jesus is tender, compassionate, and welcoming. The author shares personal insights and experiences, highlighting the transformative power of understanding and embracing the gentle and lowly heart of Christ. The podcast episode encourages listeners to approach Christ with a penitent and open heart, knowing that His love and acceptance are unwavering, even in our worst moments.
The Surprising Reception of the Book
The author reflects on the unexpected positive reception of the book 'Gentle and Lowly' and explains that God had a ministry in mind for his people. He addresses the concern that this message may encourage laxness in righteousness, emphasizing that understanding the heart of Christ does not lead to complacency but to a deep desire to follow Him. The author asserts that Christ's unconditional love and acceptance of sinners actually inspire greater devotion, as we experience the expulsive power of a new affection for Him.
Counseling With the Heart of Christ
The author shares insights on how the gentle and lowly heart of Christ can be used in counseling. He emphasizes the ministry of solidarity, empathy, and compassion, highlighting the transformative power of co-suffering and active listening. The author also discusses the need for personal growth in embracing Christ's heart and applying His tender and compassionate nature in our relationships. Through connecting Scripture and personal experiences, the podcast episode reminds listeners of the profound impact that understanding and embodying the heart of Christ can have in counseling sessions.
Embracing the Heart of Christ
The podcast episode encourages listeners to open themselves up to the heart of Christ. It explains that coming to Jesus with a penitent and humble heart allows His love to transform our lives. The author underscores the importance of seeing Christ as gentle and lowly, breaking free from misconceptions of a harsh and unapproachable God. Embracing the heart of Christ leads to profound growth, genuine joy, and an unwavering desire to follow Him.
We have an exclusive episode of the Joyful Journey Podcast! Today's podcast is entitled, Special Gentle & Lowly Interview.
In this new episode, Janet's husband, Pastor Brent, had the unique opportunity to interview Dane Ortlund, author of the bestselling book Gentle & Lowly and senior pastor of Naperville Presbyterian Church in Illinois. In this special interview, Brent and Dane will discuss the heart of Christ for sinners and sufferers. We cannot wait to share this unique episode with you!