Good News at Rock Bottom with Ray Ortland
In this deeply moving episode, Adam and Ty sit down with Pastor Ray Ortlund to discuss his latest book, Good News at Rock Bottom: Finding God When Pain Goes Deep and Hope Seems Lost . Ray shares powerful reflections on how suffering, betrayal, and loss can become sacred spaces where God draws near. The conversation explores the nature of grace, the reality of rock bottom, and how true healing begins not by escaping pain but by meeting Jesus in it. Whether you’re in the thick of it or walking with someone who is, this episode offers hope that’s grounded, honest, and full of grace. Topics Discussed 01:00 – Introducing Ray Ortlund & His New Book 03:00 – Writing to the Suffering: Who the Book is For 06:00 – What’s Good About Rock Bottom? 08:00 – Isaiah 57:15 – God’s Two Addresses 10:00 – The Mushy Middle vs. Rock Bottom 13:00 – Finding God When Life Falls Apart 15:00 – The Power of Gathering in Weakness 18:00 – Churches as ERs for the Broken 21:00 – Joy and Healing in the Midst of Pain 22:30 – Rock Bottom Realities: Betrayal, Sin, Loneliness, Death 25:00 – The Grace of God in Our Mess 28:00 – The Hebrew Meaning of Grace 30:00 – Forgiveness as Defeating Evil 33:00 – How to Lead from Rock Bottom 35:00 – Known or Impressive: You Can’t Be Both Resources Mentioned Book : Good News at Rock Bottom by Ray Ortlund Scripture : Isaiah 57:15 Hosea 11 John 8:34 Connect with Our Guests Ray Ortlund Website: renewalministries.com X: @rayortlund Instagram: @rayortlund Follow Us! Instagram Youtube -- Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. If you would like to sponsor this show, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co