How To Walk Like A Giant
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Augustine of Hippo chased pleasure and lived a life of rebellion. Martin Luther was plagued by crippling anxiety and guilt. John Calvin battled deep insecurities. C.S. Lewis dismissed Christianity as a myth. John Newton profited from the slave trade. Even Mother Teresa, known for her unwavering service, endured decades of spiritual dryness and doubt.
When you explore the lives of these prominent Christians, a clear truth emerges: none of them started out as saints. So how did they become the men and women who inspire us today?
On How to Walk Like a Giant, we uncover the stories behind their transformations—the struggles, failures, and faith that shaped them—so we can learn to walk the same path toward becoming faithful Christians ourselves.
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#2 - Hudson Taylor (1832 - 1905)
How To Walk Like A Giant
01/06/25 • 23 min
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Hudson Taylor is considered one of the most influential figures in Christian missions. He really revolutionized how missionaries should share the gospel in foreign countries, especially where cultures are so different than their own. His life is well documented across multiple biographies - I read the one by Gregg Lewis called Hudson Taylor’s Spiritual Secret and was just floored by his example of putting his faith into action. Let's see how Hudson Taylor become the Christian we know today.
"Christian biography combines all sorts of things we need but have so little time to pursue. It is history and guards us against chronological snobbery. It is also theology because it comes from the lives of people like us. It is also adventure and suspense, for which we have a natural hunger. It is psychology and personal experience, which deepen our understanding of human nature. Good biographies of great Christians make for remarkably efficient reading." - John Piper on Desiring God
#3 - Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906 - 1945)
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01/06/25 • 23 min
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Dietrich Bonhoeffer was a German pastor during the Nazi regime and one of the few openly resisted them while they were in power. He called out corruption and joined the resistance group conspiring against Hitler. Dietrich Bonhoeffer wasn’t just some guy behind a pulpit; he risked his life, and lived out what he preached about sacrifice and justice. He coined the term “Costly Grace”, essentially meaning that real faith costs something and takes real sacrifice. Dietrich often compared it to ‘cheap grace’, which he described as that comfortable, convenient faith that asks nothing of us. While Dietrich's life ended in a concentration camp, the impact he had around those around him was profound. Let's see how he become the Christian giant we know today.
"Christian biography combines all sorts of things we need but have so little time to pursue. It is history and guards us against chronological snobbery. It is also theology because it comes from the lives of people like us. It is also adventure and suspense, for which we have a natural hunger. It is psychology and personal experience, which deepen our understanding of human nature. Good biographies of great Christians make for remarkably efficient reading." - John Piper on Desiring God
#1 - Augustine of Hippo (354 - 430)
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01/06/25 • 21 min
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The one thing which really stands out about Augustine is that he wasn’t always the saint we know today. In fact, he was probably closer to our modern day Wolf of Wall Street type of character - he was super ambitious and successful. He had fame, fortune, and power. He partied a lot and indulged himself in the world, especially with lust. And yet through it all he had a restlessness in his heart - he knew something was missing, but he just couldn’t put a finger on it until later in life. Let’s see how he became the Christian giant we know today.
"Christian biography combines all sorts of things we need but have so little time to pursue. It is history and guards us against chronological snobbery. It is also theology because it comes from the lives of people like us. It is also adventure and suspense, for which we have a natural hunger. It is psychology and personal experience, which deepen our understanding of human nature. Good biographies of great Christians make for remarkably efficient reading." - John Piper on Desiring God
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How many episodes does How To Walk Like A Giant have?
How To Walk Like A Giant currently has 3 episodes available.
What topics does How To Walk Like A Giant cover?
The podcast is about Christianity, Biography, Religion & Spirituality, God, Podcasts, Jesus and Christian.
What is the most popular episode on How To Walk Like A Giant?
The episode title '#3 - Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906 - 1945)' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on How To Walk Like A Giant?
The average episode length on How To Walk Like A Giant is 23 minutes.
How often are episodes of How To Walk Like A Giant released?
Episodes of How To Walk Like A Giant are typically released every 1 hour.
When was the first episode of How To Walk Like A Giant?
The first episode of How To Walk Like A Giant was released on Jan 6, 2025.
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