Is It Because of Jesus?
Are you a Christian experiencing doubt, deconstruction, or losing your faith? If so, this podcast is for you.
My name is Pedro R. García. I am a former atheist, now a follower of Jesus.
Have you ever wondered what really goes on in the mind of someone questioning everything? We start this journey by walking through my novel, "For Those Who Doubt: Is It Because of Jesus," analyzing the 'why' behind every character's decision. But that’s just the foundation.
From Episode 16 onward, we’re getting personal. We’re talking about the weight of doubt—how it affects your Sunday dinners, your oldest friendships, and your view of the world. We aren’t afraid to lean into the difficult questions of philosophy and theology. My mission is to help you (and those you love) navigate these waters, while clarifying one vital point: more often than not, the pain of the 'exit' has very little to do with Jesus himself.
Is It Because of Jesus?
Chapter 15: Thank You
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Description:
The surgeon delivers the words that shatter everything: "Sorry, Peter didn't make it."
In this devastating final chapter, we witness the raw reality of grief. We watch Thomas flee the hospital in a state of dissociation and end up at a lake, screaming his rage at a God he isn't sure exists. We explore the "Intrusion of the Cross"—how the image of a suffering God forces its way into our darkest moments—and the heroic choice to reject the poison of resentment.
Finally, Thomas opens Peter’s last letter, revealing the question that defines the entire journey: "Is it because of Jesus?"
In this episode:
- The Trauma Response: Why we shut down or run away when tragedy strikes.
- The Primal Scream: When rage at God is actually a sign of love.
- The Intrusion of the Cross: Why sacrificial love cannot be explained, only demonstrated.
- The Choice Against Resentment: Honoring the dead by refusing to become bitter.
- The Centurion: Finding the Son of God in the moment of ultimate defeat.
Connect with me:
Email me: isitbecauseofjesus@gmail.com
Website: isitbecauseofjesus.com