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Strong Tower Mental Health Podcast

145. Apologetics, Curiosity & Imagination with Brian Godawa

Nov 13, 2023
Best selling author and Hollywood filmmaker, Brian Godawa, talks about creativity, his personal testimony, and the importance of apologetics. He discusses his frustration with atheist ethics and the consequences of ideas. The podcast explores the relationship between faith, imagination, and mental health. They also delve into the decline of Western civilization in universities and the importance of Christians embracing their calling in the marketplace.
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  • Engaging with apologetics is crucial for deepening one's faith and addressing doubts and skeptical arguments with gentleness and respect.
  • Creativity and imagination are valuable tools for glorifying God and communicating the truth of the gospel in all areas of life, including artistic endeavors.

Deep dives

Brian Godawa's personal journey into faith and creativity

Brian Godawa, a screenwriter and author, shares his personal journey of finding faith and purpose as an artist. Growing up as an artist, he was driven by a desire to find meaning and purpose in life. While struggling with the reality of death, he explored the significance of God and his own sins, eventually leading him to commit his life to Christ. His transformation was not purely emotional, but a rational decision based on a belief in the justice and love of God. As an artist, Brian sees his role as sharing the truth he has found through creative expression, regardless of the consequences or worldly success.

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