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
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 your life.
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 hope beyond suffering. Her story may ...
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.
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 creative journey. Discover how to c...
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 and reclaim your role as a creator.
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 not think of yourself as a creative...
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 have to be your norm. Listen in an...
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, this conversation could be your fir...
“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 lighter, one day at a time.
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 you talk to you.
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!
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 healing that begins when we stop l...
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.
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 is for you.
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