Episode 1339

The Magnetic Heart of God – Cory Rosenke pt 1

Published on: 4th September, 2023

The Magnetic Heart of God

Cory Rosenke pt 1

Have you ever considered why “people do the things they do?” Including yourself?

Have you ever pondered WHY you react certain ways in certain situations?

Have you ever asked the question “WHY” and truly, honestly, wanted to seek the answer?

Our guest today spent much of his childhood asking – and seeking – the answer to questions such as these. Ultimately, he discovered something that many people, Christians included, may miss as they run the rat race of life.

Cory Rosenke spent much of his childhood in the grip of poverty, isolation and homelessness. He would spend time wandering lonely mountain slopes with his dog, a walking stick and a book. His passion for reading, not just any book, but books written by Plato, Aristotle and icons like that, sparked his imagination but drove him to read more. He studied works by Freud, Plutarch and C.S. Lewis, just to name a few.

But then, he discovered the ultimate works, that introduced him to Jesus. Amen!

Over the course of time, Cory discovered, what he calls, “The Five Cravings of the Soul,” that have applied to all of humanity through life and time. He says, “God created these cravings within us – for the purpose of drawing us towards a connection with Him.” Amen!

Cory Rosenke is now an accomplished author, theologian, pastor and speaker. He is the author of a book that discusses these things, titled, “The Magnetic Heart of God: Understanding the Five Cravings of Your Soul.”

He is joining us today, all the way from the San Francisco Bay area – help me welcome to the program, Pastor Cory Rosenke!

Cory, it so good to have you with us today! I do appreciate your time!

The first question I always start with is this. Other than that brief information I just shared, can you tell us in your own words, “Who is Cory Rosenke?”

We are a three part being… body, soul and spirit. What role does the soul play in the interactions between those three parts?

I think, before we get into your book, let’s lay a foundation first. Can you tell us HOW you discovered the proof that we, as individuals, actually have a soul?

In the beginning section of your book, you pose a unique question. So I want to bring this out first and get your opinion as we start. You share, “We live in a time of unprecedented prosperity. But yet, the collective emptiness is also unprecedented. How is this possible?” Could you share with us your perspective on this?

In the video I watched, “The Bad News of the Gospel,” explain for us the meaning of “The Gospel explains the Storm before the Calm,” which you shared? I thought that was really good.

You share that we seek fulfillment through “wealth, power and fame.” But what we discover, is that the inner sense of peace is missing when we think we achieve these things. Why is that?

Let’s get into the meat of the situation. You’ve identified the “5 Cravings of the Soul” as, “Security; Identity; Independence; Significance; Innocence.” You also relate these five cravings as being demonstrated in the Garden of Eden. I believe that gives us a clear understanding of the point you are trying to make. Could you elaborate on this for us so the audience will see what you are talking about in your book?

But I urge you to drop down into the show notes and click the links right there to get in touch with Pastor Cory Rosenke. Order his book, “The Magnetic Heart of God: Understanding the Five Cravings of the Soul.” You will be blessed as you read though this book and participate in the thought provoking self-study reflections at the end of each chapter. Amen!