Jesus in a Tragic World with Greg Faulls
Welcome to Jesus in a Tragic World with Greg Faulls - a podcast for anyone trying to make sense of faith in the middle of real life. Life can be hard, messy, and unpredictable - but you don't have to walk through it alone. Each week, Greg Faulls brings honest conversation, practical wisdom, and the hope of the gospel to the everyday struggles we all face. Whether you're dealing with loss, searching for purpose, or simply trying to grow closer to God, yourself, and others, this podcast is here to meet you right where you are. Subscribe, listen, and share - and let’s walk this journey of faith together.
Episodes
When a Leader Needs Healing (with Dr. Nathan Joyce) [JTW Podcast Ep. 49]
If you lead long enough, leadership will eventually bring you to the end of yourself. Leaders grow tired. Leaders get wounded. And sometimes performance quietly replaces authenticity. In this episode, Greg Faulls talks with Dr. Nathan Joyce about what happens when the person accustomed to helping everyone else realizes, “I need help too.” Discover how weariness, misplaced loves, performance, and e
Four Questions to Care for Your Soul (with Dr. Nathan Joyce) [JTW Podcast Ep. 48]
How is your soul – really? In the busyness of life, we can become so focused on responsibilities, relationships, and productivity that we lose touch with what is happening inside us. In this episode, Greg Faulls talks with Dr. Nathan Joyce about four powerful questions for caring for yourself spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Discover a practical approach to becoming more attentive to God
Gospel Healing for Your Injured Self-Image (with Dr. Nathan Joyce) [JTW Podcast Ep. 47]
How do you see yourself – and how does God see you? Our self-image can be wounded by rejection, criticism, failure, and shame. In this episode, Greg Faulls talks with Dr. Nathan Joyce, author of Worthless?: Gospel Healing for Our Injured Self-Image. Discover the beautiful tension between the truth of God that humbles us and the love of God that values us – and learn how to see yourself more clearl
Trust God with Your Story [JTW Podcast Ep. 46]
You don’t need a perfect life to experience a peaceful one. In the final episode of Receiving Serenity, Greg Faulls concludes this study of the “Serenity Prayer” as he explores being “reasonably happy in this life and supremely happy with Him forever in the next.” Mature faith makes room for joy and sorrow, gratitude and grief, all at once. Discover how eternity changes the way we understand today
Surrender Control [JTW Podcast Ep. 45]
What if peace comes not from finally getting control of your life, but from surrendering it to God? In Part Five of Receiving Serenity, Greg Faulls explores the Serenity Prayer, “trusting that He will make all things right if I surrender to His will.” Christian acceptance is never hopeless resignation. We face reality while believing God is still writing the story. Learn how releasing control and
Walk Through, Not Away from Pain [JTW Podcast Ep. 44]
Our instinct is to escape pain – but what if constantly running from it actually keeps us from healing? In Part Four of Receiving Serenity, Greg Faulls explores “accepting hardship as a pathway to peace.” Scripture doesn’t teach that suffering itself is good, but it does reveal that God can use what wounds us to form us. Grief must be grieved, fear faced, and loss mourned. Sometimes the doorway to
Live in the Present [JTW Podcast Ep. 43]
How much of today are you losing to yesterday and tomorrow? We ruminate over a past we cannot change and worry about a future that hasn’t happened. In Part Three of Receiving Serenity, Greg Faulls explores the wisdom of living one day at a time, while enjoying one moment at a time. Discover how Jesus calls us back to today – to receive today’s grace, notice today’s gifts, and experience God’s pres
Take Responsibility [JTW Podcast Ep. 42]
You can’t change other people – but there is someone you can begin to change: yourself. In Part Two of Receiving Serenity, Greg Faulls explores the courage to change the things one can. Discover the powerful difference between control and responsibility, why asking “What part of this belongs to me?” can transform relationships, and how taking faithful action – without demanding perfection – can mo
Accept Your Reality [JTW Podcast Ep. 41]
What if some of the stress stealing your peace comes from fighting realities you simply cannot change? In Part One of our new Receiving Serenity series, Greg Faulls explores the opening words of the Serenity Prayer: “God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change.” Discover why acceptance isn’t giving up – it’s learning to stop fighting reality, trust God in the midst of it, and o
Encountering the Mercy King (with Scott Sauls) [JTW Podcast Ep. 40]
Why does Jesus still capture hearts in a weary and anxious world? In this powerful episode, Greg Faulls talks with Scott Sauls about his deeply personal new book, Mercy King. Together they discuss the hope, compassion, and healing found in the life of Jesus Christ and why His mercy speaks so profoundly to broken people today. Scott also shares why this book is his most personal project yet and wha
The Power of a Cohort of Kindred Souls (with Scott Sauls) [JTW Podcast Ep. 39]
In an age of isolation, networking, and surface-level relationships, many people are starving for genuine friendship and meaningful community. In this episode, Greg Faulls and Scott Sauls discuss the importance of intentional relationships, the power of trusted cohorts, and why thriving leaders need places where they can talk honestly about marriage, parenting, spirituality, mortality, and life it
When a Leader Needs Recovery (with Scott Sauls) [JTW Podcast Ep. 38]
Many high-capacity leaders are quietly exhausted, emotionally burdened, spiritually numb, and afraid to admit they need help. In this honest conversation, Greg Faulls and Scott Sauls discuss burnout, loneliness, counseling, recovery, emotional wounds, and the importance of finding safe places to heal. They also explore spiritual disciplines, healthy rhythms, and why recovery is not weakness but wi
A Jesus Rescue from Alcohol (with Steve McFarland) [JTW Podcast Ep. 37]
What happens when the thing you turn to for relief slowly becomes the thing destroying your life? In this powerful episode, Steve McFarland shares his honest story of a troublesome relationship with alcohol, pain, brokenness, and the moment Jesus radically intervened to rescue him. From emotional turmoil and dependency to freedom and restoration, Steve’s testimony is raw, hope-filled, and deeply e
The Goal: To Raise Kids to Become Spiritual Adults (with Erica Houston & Kyle Watkins) [JTW Podcast Ep. 36]
The goal of parenting isn’t simply raising good kids—it’s raising spiritually mature adults. In the final part of Raising Jesus-Loving Kids, Greg Faulls joins Erica Houston and Kyle Watkins to discuss the long-term vision of Christian parenting. Discover how parents can guide children toward developing their own faith, personal responsibility, and lifelong commitment to Christ. Parenting is ultima
The Role of the Church in Child Development (with Erica Houston & Kyle Watkins) [JTW Podcast Ep. 35]
No parent is meant to raise children in faith by themselves. In Part 4 of Raising Jesus-Loving Kids, Greg Faulls, Erica Houston, and Kyle Watkins explore the powerful role the church plays in a child’s spiritual development. Discover why intergenerational relationships, meaningful student ministry, and shared worship experiences create an environment where young people thrive spiritually. When fam
Parenting Digital Natives: Kids, Screens, & Wisdom (with Erica Houston & Kyle Watkins) [JTW Podcast Ep. 34]
Children today are growing up in a digital world where screens, algorithms, and social media constantly compete for their attention – and their identity. In part 3 of Raising Jesus-Loving Kids, Greg Faulls joins Erica Houston and Kyle Watkins to talk about parenting digital natives with wisdom. Learn how families can cultivate healthy boundaries, model a balanced relationship with technology, and
Faith at Home: Building Rhythms of Scripture and Prayer (with Erica Houston & Kyle Watkins) [JTW Podcast Ep. 33]
Faith in the next generation isn’t formed only in church – it’s shaped in everyday life at home. In part 2 of the Raising Jesus-Loving Kids series, Greg Faulls joins Erica Houston and Kyle Watkins to discuss how simple rhythms of Scripture, prayer, and spiritual conversation can transform your home into a place where faith grows naturally. From dinner tables to bedtime moments, learn how small, im
Love Jesus More than You Love Your Kids (with Erica Houston & Kyle Watkins) [JTW Podcast Ep. 32]
Raising children who truly love Jesus doesn’t begin with parenting techniques – it begins with your own walk with Christ. In this opening episode of the Raising Jesus-Loving Kids series, Greg Faulls is joined by Erica Houston and Kyle Watkins to explore the foundational priority of Christian parenting: loving Jesus more than anything else. Discover how authentic faith in parents becomes the soil w
Can We Find Life and Work Balance? (with Chris Murphy) [JTW Podcast Ep. 31]
Is work-life balance even real? In this episode, Can We Find Life and Work Balance?, Greg Faulls is joined by Chris Murphy, business founder and follower of Christ, to challenge the idea of perfect balance. Instead, they explore seasons, rhythms, and how to stay grounded when life feels uneven. With practical insights on communication, priorities, and faith, this episode will help you navigate the
Leadership Shaped by Faith (with Chris Murphy) [JTW Podcast Ep. 30]
Leadership is more than strategy – it’s formation. In this episode, Leadership Shaped by Faith, Greg Faulls sits down with Chris Murphy, business founder and follower of Christ, to talk about what it takes to lead people well. From staying sharp as a leader to placing the right people in the right roles and navigating hard decisions, this episode is honest and practical. If you lead others, this w
From Making a Buck to Making the World Better (with Chris Murphy) [JTW Podcast Ep. 29]
What if your work was about more than making money? In this episode, Greg Faulls is joined by Chris Murphy, business founder and follower of Christ, to explore how faith reshapes the purpose of work. Discover how what’s in your hands today can serve others, build community, and create lasting impact. When profit becomes a tool – not the goal – your work becomes a calling that changes lives.
Living in Victory Because of the Resurrection (with J.P. Kwok) [JTW Podcast Ep. 28]
Because Jesus is alive, your life can be different – right now. In this episode, we explore what the resurrection means for everyday living: power over sin, hope in suffering, and confidence for the future. The resurrection is not just something to believe – it’s something to live from. If you’ve ever felt stuck, discouraged, or unsure how faith connects to real life, this episode will help you st
The Meaning, Importance, and Believability of the Resurrection (with J.P. Kwok) [JTW Podcast Ep. 27]
What if everything about Christianity rises or falls on one event? In this episode, we explore the resurrection of Jesus Christ – its meaning, its importance, and whether it can truly be believed. This isn’t about blind faith, but a reality that has shaped history and transformed lives. If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt or wondered why the resurrection matters so much, this episode will strengthe
Ingredients for a Winning Life: Excellence [JTW Podcast Ep. 26]
Excellence is not about perfection – it’s about devotion. In this final episode, Greg Faulls explores how a commitment to excellence transforms ordinary work into meaningful worship. Drawing from Colossians 3:23–24, you’ll discover how serving Christ reshapes motivation, restores dignity to everyday responsibilities, and pushes back against cynicism and mediocrity. If you’ve ever felt unnoticed,
Ingredients for a Winning Life: Priorities [JTW Podcast Ep. 25]
Life gets heavy when everything feels urgent. In this episode, Greg Faulls explores how Kingdom priorities bring clarity, peace, and lasting fruit in a world full of noise and pressure. Drawing from Acts 6, you’ll learn how to choose what matters most, protect it from distraction, and live it out in practical ways – so your time, energy, and relationships stay aligned with what is eternal. If you’
Ingredients for a Winning Life: Change [JTW Podcast Ep. 24]
Change is unavoidable, but it doesn’t have to be paralyzing. In this episode, Greg Faulls explores how God meets us in seasons of uncertainty and transition, drawing from Joshua 1 to reveal how courage, trust, obedience, and purpose steady us when life feels unstable. Rather than resisting change or fearing it, you’ll discover how God uses it to shape your character, strengthen your faith, and lea
Ingredients for a Winning Life: Problems [JTW Podcast Ep. 23]
Problems are not interruptions to a winning life – they are often the very path to it. In this episode, Greg Faulls reframes how we view difficulties, showing how problems cultivate courage, reveal character, sharpen wisdom, and create space for God’s power. Rather than avoiding resistance, you’ll learn how to engage problems with faith and perspective, discovering that what feels like an obstacle
Ingredients for a Winning Life: Belief [JTW Podcast Ep. 22]
Belief is the starting point for a transformed life. In this episode, Greg Faulls explores how true “Belief” – grounded in who Jesus is and who you are in Him – reshapes identity, renews courage, and awakens purpose. This episode invites you to move beyond simply managing life and step into a confident, resilient faith that sees God at work and dares to move forward with hope.
Your Calling in the Marketplace (with Dr. Billy Bell) [JTW Podcast Ep. 21]
Your calling doesn’t stop when you clock in – it’s lived out wherever you work and serve. In this episode, Greg Faulls and Billy Bell talk about bringing Jesus into every space you enter. Whether you’re teaching, caregiving, building, or leading, God is using your work to bless others. Discover how to serve faithfully, shine brightly, and live “for such a time as this.”
How to Discern God’s Calling (with Dr. Billy Bell) [JTW Podcast Ep. 20]
Ever wonder what God is calling you to do? In this episode, Greg Faulls and Billy Bell walk through the ways God reveals His direction – through Scripture, prayer, community, and the unique shape of your life story. Learn how to listen for His voice, recognize your gifts, and step confidently into your part in God’s larger plan.
Discovering Your Fundamental Calling in Life (with Dr. Billy Bell) [JTW Podcast Ep. 19]
Before we ever sought God, He was already seeking us. In this episode, Greg Faulls and Billy Bell explore the God who calls our name long before we answer. From the prodigal son to Zacchaeus, we see a Savior who pursues relentlessly and invites us to follow. Discover how every true calling begins – not with our work – but with His voice calling us home.
Three Factors for Success in 2026 [JTW Podcast Ep. 18]
Now that 2025 is over, are you already feeling that familiar tension? You know – the gap between who you meant to be and who you feel like you actually became in 2025? You’re not alone. But what if 2026 could be different – not just productive, but spiritually successful? Today, we’re diving into what it really means to have godly success in the new year. And spoiler alert – it’s not about hustle.
Christmas Calls You to Christ [JTW Podcast Ep. 17]
Greg Faulls believes that even in a world marked by tragedy, you can live powerfully, richly, and eternally through Jesus Christ. Today, as the holidays draw near, He is going to explore how the very presence of Christ beckons – calls – to the hearts of those willing to seek Him. This Christmas could be for you a spiritual moment of responding to the God who loves you and has hope and meaning for
Discovering Hope and Life out of Tragedy (with Alicia Berry) [JTW Podcast Ep. 16]
Over eighteen years ago, one moment changed everything for our guest – a devastating accident nearly took her life, altering her future in so many ways. Yet through pain, loss, and dozens of medical procedures, her faith stood firm. In this powerful episode, she shares how God met her in the depths, how life found new meaning, and what her journey can teach us all about resilience, purpose, and ho
Gratitude as a Spiritual Discipline [JTW Podcast Ep. 15]
In this podcast we will be reminded how to live well by giving thanks… even in a tragic world. Thanksgiving is here again. And while this time of year brings all the traditional elements – family, food, football, and Black Friday – what Greg Faulls talks about today is something deeper. Something richer. Something that can change the way you experience both the good and the hard parts of life.
The Creative Process (with J.P. Kwok) [JTW Podcast Ep. 14]
Creativity is more than a spark – it’s a rhythm. In this episode, we explore five stages that shape every meaningful work: inspiration, incubation, iteration, integration, and illumination. From the first idea to the final impact, creativity isn’t just self-expression – it’s stewardship. Whether you’re stuck, starting, or sharing, this episode offers clarity, courage, and spiritual depth for your
How We Create (with J.P. Kwok) [JTW Podcast Ep. 13]
Is creativity just for artists – or does it show up in engineers, storytellers, and just everyday folks? In this episode, we unpack three powerful types of creativity: functional, aesthetic, and inspirational. You’ll learn how they work together to bring ideas to life – and why everyone, not just “artistic types,” are born to create. Rediscover the creative spark you were made to carry. Tune in an
The Imago Dei and Why We Create (with J.P. Kwok) [JTW Podcast Ep. 12]
What if creativity isn’t just a talent – but a calling? In this episode, we explore the spiritual roots of creativity, from Adam naming the animals to prophetic acts of art in Scripture. Discover how creativity reflects God’s image, speaks truth, and shapes culture. Whether you paint, write, build, or dream, this episode will challenge you to see creativity not as optional, but essential. You may
Living Burnout Free (with Dr. Tim Menser) [JTW Podcast Ep. 11]
What does life look like after burnout? In this episode of Overcoming Burnout, our guest, Tim Menser, shares how he’s learned to live in sustained recovery – through rest, Sabbath, and other spiritual rhythms. From managing your schedule to walking closely with Jesus and building accountability, this episode offers practical, soul-nourishing disciplines that can help you stay well. Burnout doesn’t
Beginning the Recovery Process (with Dr. Tim Menser) [JTW Podcast Ep. 10]
Burnout is real – but recovery is possible. In today’s episode on Overcoming Burnout, guest Tim Menser walks us through the honest, messy, and courageous first steps of healing. From confessing the truth to yourself and others, to finding someone to talk with, repenting, and relearning how to live – this episode is a guide for anyone ready to move forward. Recovery isn’t easy, and it doesn’t come
Identifying the Signs of Burnout (with Dr. Tim Menser) [JTW Podcast Ep. 9]
Feeling exhausted, frustrated, or disconnected? In this episode of our mini-series Overcoming Burnout, guest Tim Menser shares his raw and honest journey through mental, emotional, physical, and even spiritual burnout. From anger with God to the unseen signs others had to point out, this episode dives deep into recognizing burnout before it’s too late. If you're seeing the signs in your own life,
Praying the Serenity Prayer [JTW Podcast Ep. 8]
“Life doesn’t have to be so hard.” In this episode, we explore the freedom that comes when we stop trying to control everything and start trusting God with what we can’t change. Drawing from a prayer called the Serenity Prayer, we talk about surrender, presence, and peace. You don’t have to carry it all. Letting go isn’t weakness – it’s the beginning of real healing. Join us as we learn to live li
Talk to Yourself as Someone God Loves [JTW Podcast Ep. 7]
Have you ever said things to yourself you’d never say to someone you love? In this powerful episode, Greg Faulls invites you to rethink your inner dialogue. If you’ve ever battled thoughts like “I’m not enough” or “I’ll never change,” this conversation will meet you there. Learn how to speak to yourself with the same grace, truth, and love that God already offers you. Your healing starts with how
Feel Feelings, Don't Push Them Away [JTW Podcast Ep. 6]
Do you push your emotions aside to stay strong? In this episode of Jesus in a Tragic World, Greg Faulls explores Step 5 on the recovery path: “Feel your feelings and don’t push them away.” Discover why emotions aren’t the enemy—they’re a gift from God meant to guide, connect, and heal. If you’re ready to stop stuffing your feelings and start living more fully, this episode is for you. Tune in now!
Love Yourself as God Loves You [JTW Podcast Ep. 5]
In Episode 5 of Jesus in a Tragic World, Greg Faulls explores Step 4 on the recovery path: learning to love yourself as God loves you. Many believers struggle with whether they are worth loving, but Scripture shows us that agreeing with God's love is vital to really living the abundant life Jesus offers. This episode dives deep into the theology of truly receiving God’s love into your soul and the
Live as a "Human Being” Not as a "Human Doing” [JTW Podcast Ep. 4]
In Episode 4 of Jesus in a Tragic World, Greg Faulls explores Step 3 on the recovery path: living as a human being, not a human doing. Many of us tie our worth to productivity and approval, but our true value comes from being made in God’s image. This episode invites you to step away from striving and reconnect with the person God created — loved, seen, and possessing worth apart from performance.
Trusting that God is in Control [JTW Podcast Ep. 3]
Today we are going to explore the necessary step of Trusting that God is in control, always at work, and that He cares for you more than you could ever care for yourself…and why leaning into this truth is vital to your path to a life of serenity and recovery. If you’ve ever been exhausted by trying to manage everything — your relationships, your future, and even your image — today’s conversation i
Admit That You Are Powerless Over Some Things [JTW Podcast Ep. 2]
Starting Something New [JTW Podcast Ep. 1]
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