
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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 847 | Founded | 21 years ago |
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Tell all the truth but tell it slant—
Success in Circuit lies
Too bright for our infirm Delight
The Truth’s superb surprise
As Lightning to the Children eased
With explanation kind
The Truth must dazzle gradually
Or every man be blind—
–Emily... more
"Sam saw a white star twinkle for a while. The beauty of it smote his heart, as he looked up out of the forsaken land, and hope returned to him. For like a shaft, clear and cold, the thought pierced him that in the end the Shadow was only a small and... more
Jesus is the ladder uniting heaven and earth. He is the Son of Man and the heavenly man who unites the seen and unseen. He is the incarnate interface who makes it possible for the infinite grace of heaven to flood the finitude of earth.
The Old Testament reading for this Sunday is the enigmatic story of Abraham and his three mysterious guests while he was living in tents under the oaks of Mamre. It’s a story laden with theological implications…and tinged with a bit of humor.
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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
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!
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
There are no words to express my deep appreciation of WOLC and BZ. Thank you for the work you do.
A voice in the wilderness. Right up there with Dallas Willard.
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A compact sermon-focused program blending deep biblical exegesis with practical faith application. Across recent episodes, themes include eschatology and kingdom living in the present, Christ-centered readings of scripture, and the call to justice, peace, and compassionate action. There's a strong emphasis on interpreting Old and New Testament texts through a holistic Christian imagination, with occasional references to art, history, and patristic thought to illuminate theological points. Notable is the consistent aim to equip listeners to live out love and truth in everyday life, rather than pursue power or division. This mix of rigorous theology, pastoral guidance, and accessible storytelling makes it appealing to Christians seeking thoug... more
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