Let's Get Real #1 The Journey of Faith, Thus Far. ft. Marianne Tan
Jun 28, 2020
Marianne Tan, a talented actress and illustrator, takes listeners on a profound journey of faith. She reflects on her non-religious upbringing and first encounters with concepts like heaven and hell. Marianne shares the emotional struggles of navigating her husband's battle with cancer, emphasizing the power of resilience and community support. Listeners will be moved by her heartfelt stories of transformation, vulnerability, and the unwavering hope that faith brings, even in the darkest times.
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Childhood Introduction To Heaven And Hell
- Marianne recalls being told by a classmate at age eight that she'll go to hell because she's Chinese.
- That early experience planted confusion and curiosity about religion that lasted into adolescence.
First Pentecostal Church Shock
- Marianne's first Pentecostal church visit included altar calls and people 'falling' which scared her.
- A friend's mother patiently explained the practices and helped her process the experience.
Intellectual Arguments Restored Faith
- Intellectual apologetics helped Marianne reopen respect for Christianity after becoming bitter and atheistic.
- Presenting faith intellectually can restore trust for those who've rejected it emotionally.