Suzanne D Burns
Suzanne D Burns
Loving Others is Costly Podcast
Loving Others is Costly Podcast
Loving Others is Costly Podcast
Thursday 30th October 2025
Discover the transformative power of love and acceptance in this touching episode about faith, redemption, and community.
21 minutes
Inspiring
Compassionate
Encouraging
Authentic
Hopeful
About this podcast
Author:
Suzanne D Burns
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- The importance of loving people as they are, not as we wish them to be.
- A community's role in embracing individuals on their faith journey.
- The transformative power of acceptance and grace.
- Understanding that no one is beyond redemption.
- The necessity for patience and understanding in ministry work.
"There is no one too far gone that the lord can't save."
What remarkable journeys have people faced head-on against addiction? In this episode, Suzanne Burns shares the touching story of her friend Lloyd, a former trucker with a colourful past. Known for his love of barbecues and cheeky banter, Lloyd was a man who enjoyed pushing boundaries, often challenging the patience of those around him. Despite his rough exterior and penchant for colourful language, Lloyd's story is one of transformation and redemption.
As Suzanne recounts, Lloyd and his wife Connie found their way to faith, embraced by a community that saw them for who they could become, not just who they were. The episode beautifully illustrates the power of acceptance and love, highlighting how important it is to welcome others without judgment. Suzanne passionately argues that the church must focus on loving people as they are, rather than expecting them to conform before they are ready.
Her reflections on Lloyd's journey serve as a poignant reminder that no one is beyond the reach of grace. Listeners will be moved by the sincerity and compassion in Suzanne's storytelling, as she emphasises the need for patience and understanding in ministry work. It's a heartfelt call to action for all Christians to examine how they treat those who might not fit the traditional mould.
Are we truly loving others as Jesus would, or are we letting our prejudices get in the way? This episode is a touching tribute to Lloyd's life and a powerful message on the transformative power of love.