072: Lies We Believe About God | Bill Vanderbush: Believe Wrong About God, Believe Wrong About Yourself

I sit down with my friend @billvanderbush   — author, pastor, and teacher — for one of the most powerful conversations we’ve ever had. We dive deep into how the lies we believe about God shape every part of our lives, from how we see ourselves to how we love others. Bill unpacks what it means that Jesus is who God has always been, and how rediscovering the true nature of the Father changes everything about how we live, lead, and love.

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For years, I wrestled with my own distorted view of God as distant or demanding — a reflection of my own experiences with my earthly father. But the revelation of God as a good Father changed everything. This conversation will challenge the way you think about your faith, your worth, and your identity. Whether you’re a believer, curious, or even skeptical, this episode offers a fresh look at what grace and fatherhood really mean.

If you’ve ever struggled to feel close to God, or wondered why you carry shame, guilt, or performance-based faith, this conversation is for you. Stay until the end — we share a personal story about leading our earthly fathers to Christ that will move you deeply. Like, comment, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear that God is better than they think.

Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction & Welcome with Bill Vanderbush
01:00 – The Lies We Believe About God
03:00 – God Was Father Before He Was Creator
06:00 – Healing the Father Wound
09:00 – Seeing God Through the Lens of Jesus
12:00 – Face-to-Face: The True Image of God
14:00 – Who Lied to You About God?
17:00 – Forgiveness and Freedom From False Identity
21:00 – Detoxing Religion and Discovering Grace
28:00 – How to Father Your Father
30:00 – Stories of Redemption and Closing Thoughts

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Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on:

- Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age.
- Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress.
- Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships.
- Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections.
- Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook.

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