A Pastor and a Philosopher Walk into a Bar William Paul Young & Brad Jersak: Judgment, Wrath, Hell, and the God Who Is Love
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Dec 2, 2020 
In this engaging discussion, theologian Brad Jersak and author William Paul Young dive deep into themes from their co-authored work, tackling the nature of God's love and forgiveness. They share personal stories of trauma and healing, shedding light on how these experiences shaped their views on judgment and hell as relational, not locational. The duo also argues for a more Christlike understanding of God, emphasizing the transformative power of love and the importance of authenticity in healing. Expect an insightful exploration of faith, grace, and redemption!
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Pastor's Meltdown And Recovery
- Brad describes pastoring a church with high-risk people and the cascade of tragedies that led to his meltdown and near-suicide.
- He credits a 12-step sponsor, spiritual director, and his wife's relentless love for pulling him back.
Paul Young's Life And The Shack Origin
- William Paul Young shares growing up as a missionary kid in New Guinea and later sexual abuse and marital collapse.
- He recounts writing The Shack as a healing gift for his children during an 11-year reconstruction process.
Judgment As Love's Refining Fire
- Paul reframes 'judgment' (krisis) as a crisis that exposes what's not of love and prompts healing.
- He argues God's consuming fire is love aimed at destroying what harms the beloved, not retribution.
