C. S. Lewis once said that God sometimes shows grace by drawing us to himself while we kick and scream and pummel him with our fists. That is my story.
― Philip Yancey, Where the Light FellDid you receive your faith from your parents or grandparents? Or, are you passing it on to another generation? That’s a beautiful thing, but for faith to flourish, there must be room for questions, doubt, searching, and honest dialogue so grace can become real to each subsequent generation. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Pastor Dave Hagen* from Carroll, IA. It’s inspired by Philip Yancey’s gorgeous memoir, Where the Light Fell.
Resources Mentioned & Affiliate Links:*
Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis
The Problem of Pain by C.S. Lewis
Where the Light Fell: A Memoir by Philip Yancey
Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets documentary
What’s So Amazing About Grace? by Philip Yancey
Follow Dave Hagen at davehagen8 on IG or follow his ministry at Carroll First Church.
YPRB host Heather Weber is a book-obsessed pastor, author, and holistic life and leadership coach. She is the author of Dear Boy,: An Epistolary Memoir. Find out more about her coaching, pastoral direction, and creative projects, go to www.heatherweber.org. And, subscribe to her Dear Exiles newsletter at heatherweber.substack.com.
#20 (S3) Homeschool, Generational Faith, & Philip Yancey's Where the Light Fell