In this powerful episode of The Joyful Path Podcast, we sit down with author, speaker, and coach Robin Johnson to explore what it truly means to develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Many of us grow up learning about Christ—but there is a profound difference between knowing about Him and truly knowing Him.

Robin shares her deeply personal journey through trauma, depression, and healing, including the life-changing moment when she experienced Christ’s presence and love in a way that transformed everything.

Together, we explore how building a genuine relationship with Christ can heal our hearts, restore trust, and fill our lives with true joy—no matter the circumstances we face.

We also discuss the simple yet powerful truths at the heart of the gospel:

Loving God

Loving others

Learning to love ourselves

Robin shares insights from her book The Heart of the Gospel and her upcoming release 10 Shortcuts to Jesus, offering practical ways to draw closer to Christ, learn to trust Him, and invite Him into our daily lives.

In this episode, we talk about:

✨ The difference between believing in Christ and truly knowing Him

If you’ve ever felt alone, struggled to feel close to God, or wondered how to build a deeper relationship with Christ, this conversation will remind you that He is closer than you think—and you are never alone.

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00:00 Introduction to Robin Johnson