Deepening Discipleship Growing in Relationship with God with Paul Burns

The guest, Paul Burns, reframes discipleship not as religious performance or doctrinal correctness, but as a deepening, intimate relationship with God—rooted in attachment, security, and mutual trust. He argues that sin isn't primarily rebellion or moral failure, but a survival-based insecurity born from fear and a lack of felt safety. Drawing on attachment theory and biblical stories like the prodigal son, he reveals how God’s love is not conditional or punitive, but a consistent, present, and inviting presence—like a father who runs to meet his returning child. This shift from fear-based theology to a secure, relational view of God transforms how we see ourselves, others, and our purpose. The episode challenges listeners to stop asking 'Am I good enough?' and start asking 'What do I want?' and 'What does God want?'—inviting a co-creative, joyful discipleship that begins with radical trust and ends in transformational mission. The most radical idea? That God wants to know what you want—and is thrilled when you ask.