Is grace the only means for our salvation?

In this episode, Bill and Scott open up about their personal journeys of discovering grace and meeting Jesus. Through powerful stories—one marked by fear and redemption, the other by slow awakening—they illustrate how grace is not a concept but a person. Their reflections show us how authentic encounters with Jesus can change the trajectories of our lives. 

Topics Bill and Scott discuss in this episode: 

(0:43) Bill’s Fearful Introduction to Grace

* Bill recounts his first encounter with grace at Bible camp, rooted in fear of hell.

(5:33) When Grace Became a Person

* Bill describes the moment his brother asked him, “What are you going to do with Jesus?”

(8:19) Scott’s Journey of Awakening

* Scott recalls being disenchanted with both Baptist and Lutheran traditions.

* Seeing his stepmom’s intimate relationship with Jesus was transformative.

(13:37) From Salvation to Calling

* Bill reflects on how grace compelled him to share Christ.

(17:44) Grace That Shapes a Life

* How grace transformed Bill into a saint, not just a saved sinner.

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