Carnage and Grace: Tullian Tchividjian’s Journey to Faith

Jan 27, 2025 • Randy Phillips, Tullian Tchividjian

SEASON 3, EPISODE 2

Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose.

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

In this honest episode of Backstage with Randy Phillips, Randy sits down with Tullian Tchividjian, grandson of Billy Graham, to discuss his latest book, Carnage and Grace. Tullian shares his deeply personal journey of failure, redemption, and finding God’s grace amidst life’s darkest moments. With raw honesty, he reflects on the challenges of sharing his story, the support of close friends, and how God’s love redefined his identity. The conversation highlights the transformative power of vulnerability and the importance of extending grace to others.

STAY CONNECTED

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifefamilymedia/

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifeAustin

• Apple Podcasts: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/randy-phillips/1618265626

• Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/artist/13KLcr7XlewPs2Xva58AgU

Connect With Pastor Randy: https://www.instagram.com/randypcd/

Connect With Tullian Tchividjian: https://www.tullian.net/

Buy Grace & Carnage: https://amzn.to/3Wq16by

#CarnageAndGrace #BillyGrahamLegacy #FaithAndRedemption #OvercomingFailure #GodsGrace #VulnerabilityInFaith #FindFreedom #EmbraceGrace #ShareYourStory

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 The power of truth-telling and transparency

1:30 Introduction: Guest Tullian Tchividjian

3:02 Stories of Tullian’s mother and Billy Graham

4:49 Reflecting on moments with Billy Graham

7:11 Stories from Billy Graham’s ministry and legacy

9:02 A statue for Billy Graham in Washington, D.C.

10:29 Tattoos and their significance to Tullian

12:05 Introducing Carnage and Grace: A raw memoir

14:11 Writing through pain: Revisiting life’s darkest moments

17:08 Vulnerability and the gospel’s role in identity

20:06 Stripping away false identities to find true freedom