In this episode of Bookish Talks with Lia, I’m joined by Dr. Natalie Brand to discuss her new book, From Crimson to White: Finding Gospel Joy at Calvary. You might remember Dr. Brand from Episode 5: Ladies Love Theology, and it was such a joy to welcome her back to the podcast.

Many Christians struggle with guilt, shame, and the constant pressure to perform. Add the busyness of everyday life, and it’s easy to lose sight of the joy that is ours in Christ. In Crimson to White, Dr. Brand takes us back to the heart of the gospel, showing how the truth of the cross frees us from striving and reminds us that we are fully loved and clothed in Christ’s righteousness.

In our conversation, we talk about how performance-based thinking steals our joy, why so many believers feel spiritually weary, and how returning to the cross helps us rediscover the deep, lasting joy found in Christ.

If you’ve been feeling weighed down by guilt, shame, or the pace of life, this episode is a beautiful reminder of the freedom and joy we have because of what Jesus accomplished at Calvary.

In This Episode

• Why so many Christians struggle with guilt, shame, and spiritual exhaustion
• How performance-based faith steals our joy
• What it means to be clothed in Christ’s righteousness
• How the truth of the cross restores real gospel joy
  

Book Mentioned

Crimson to White: Finding Gospel Joy at Calvary by Dr. Natalie Brand