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Word of Life Church Podcast

Pastor Brian Zahnd
Jesus
Crucifixion
The Cross
The Wood Between the Worlds
Lent
Pentecostal Tradition
New Testament Scholarship
Septology
Christmas
Jesus Christ
God
Prayer
Christianity
Divine Love
Light
Christian Journey
Faith
Discipleship
Kingdom Of God
St. Augustine

Word of Life Church in St. Joseph, Missouri is a thriving non-denominational church led by Pastor Brian & Peri Zahnd. We are followers of Jesus seeking to be an authentic expression of the kingdom of Jesus in the twenty-first century. Additional sermon audio and other resources are available on our church website at wolc.com.

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Four o'clock in the afternoon is just four o'clock in the afternoon…unless you encounter Jesus in some new and unexpected way. When that happens, that four o'clock in the afternoon will change your life. Divine encounters are real—and though they can... more

For people who are like broken reeds and smoldering wicks, the tenderness of Christ is good news.

The story of the Wise Men from the East led by a star to worship the Christ child is one of the most enchanting stories in the gospel. And for two thousand years this story has fascinated artists of all kinds—painters and poets, composers and writers... more

Incarnation is salvation. The moment the Word became flesh and joined the human race, salvation for humanity was guaranteed. Everything connected with this would have to play out in due course—a human life, death upon a cross, resurrection on the thi... more

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Brian Zahnd
Lead Pastor of Word of Life Church and speaker known for his compelling teachings on faith, community, and the teachings of Jesus.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 417 ratings
  • Transformed and Renewed my Faith

    I grew up in the Evangelical church. I went to Wheaton College and minored in Biblical Studies. But I left the faith for a decade because of how I saw my own family and church members use the faith to abuse others. Right around COVID, I prayed that God would reveal a version of the church and Scripture that I could believe in. Within a week, I found WOLC and Pastor Zahnd online. I felt like a drowning person who finally saw land. I’ve read every book he’s written and I listen to every sermon he ... more

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    5
    RJWeissburg
    United States2 years ago
  • Powerful, life-giving sermons

    Word of Life Church has gotten me through the COVID-19 pandemic and some difficult times in my recent past. It is evident to me that these sermons are inspired by the Holy Spirit and reflect the unconditional love of God.

    Thank you so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LRSonder
    United States3 years ago
  • Great stuff, keep going!

    More people & podcasts are talking these days about the things Jesus taught (in the 4 gospels), but there are a few of his teachings that almost never get serious coverage. Several references (EXCLUDING the “rich young ruler”) are made in Luke about selling all of one’s possessions & giving to the poor and then this teaching is shown to be taken seriously by the time we get to the book of Acts (end of chapters 2 & 4).

    Another powerful & often neglected paradigm-changing (IF taken at face value... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mt.6:24
    United States5 years ago
  • Deeply appreciated

    There are no words to express my deep appreciation of WOLC and BZ. Thank you for the work you do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pwalker87
    Canada5 years ago
  • Brian Zahnd

    A voice in the wilderness. Right up there with Dallas Willard.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    THIS IS THE BEST EVER
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners find value in the community-oriented messages that connect suffering and joy with authentic expressions of faith.
Many appreciate the depth and theological clarity of the sermons, viewing them as both challenging and encouraging in their faith journeys.
Pastor Brian Zahnd is frequently praised for his powerful teachings that resonate with listeners and bring a fresh perspective to traditional Christian messages.

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Being Bartimaeus
Q: Do we see our politics through the lens of Jesus?
The sermon challenges the listeners to reflect on whether they view their faith and political beliefs through the teachings of Jesus.
Finding God In The Music | 90's Edition: One Of Us
Q: What if God had a face?
If God had a face, it would look like Christ, reflecting God's revelation through Jesus.

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