Dr. Finnian Ebuehi, author of Who Is This Jesus Christ?: The Power of The Cross, was recently featured in an enlightening conversation with Benji Cole of CBS Radio’s People of Distinction. In the interview, Dr. Ebuehi didn’t just discuss the inspiration behind his book, he opened a window into the very heart of his faith, revealing how theology, reflection, and personal experience come together to illuminate the mystery of the Cross.
People of Distinction, hosted by Benji Cole (and founded by his father, Al Cole), is known for giving authors the space to go deeper; to move past the book summary and speak from the soul. Dr. Ebuehi’s appearance lived up to that promise. Listeners were treated not to a polished presentation, but to a sincere and thoughtful dialogue about life, purpose, and the profound question at the core of Christianity: Who is this Jesus Christ?
In Who Is This Jesus Christ?: The Power of The Cross, Dr. Ebuehi explores the identity and mission of Jesus with both scholarly precision and pastoral warmth. His goal is not simply to tell the story of Christ but to help readers encounter Him personally, to see how the power of the Cross still transforms lives today. During the interview, Dr. Ebuehi shared that the book was born out of deep contemplation and prayer, shaped by years of theological study and lived experience.
One of the most striking parts of the interview was Dr. Ebuehi’s reflection on the Cross itself, not as a symbol of defeat, but as the ultimate display of divine love and power. He described how, through the Cross, humanity finds both redemption and restoration, and how understanding that truth can change the trajectory of a person’s life. That theme, the transformative power of the Cross, pulses through every page of the book.
Dr. Ebuehi doesn’t avoid the hard questions. He acknowledges the struggles of faith, the weight of doubt, and the suffering that marks human experience. Yet, he insists that these are not signs of God’s absence, but the very places where His presence can be most deeply felt. His writing carries an honesty that makes theology accessible: not abstract, but relational and alive.
With a background in theology and years of ministerial work, Dr. Finnian Ebuehi brings a rare blend of depth and clarity to his message. His insights are informed by study, but they are written with the heart of a shepherd; someone who has walked alongside others in their faith journey. Through Who Is This Jesus Christ?: The Power of The Cross, he invites readers into a conversation that is both intellectual and deeply personal.
Stylistically, Dr. Ebuehi’s voice is clear and compelling. He uses the language of Scripture and everyday life in a way that connects the two, making profound truths understandable without losing their mystery. During the interview, he spoke with humility and joy, often smiling as he recounted how the message of the Cross continues to surprise and move him.
Whether you are new to the faith or have walked with Christ for many years, Who Is This Jesus Christ?: The Power of The Cross offers something fresh; a renewed sense of wonder at who Jesus is and what His sacrifice means for the world today. It is not a theological textbook, nor just another Christian reflection. It is an invitation: to look again at the Cross and rediscover its power to heal, forgive, and transform.
For those who long to go deeper in their faith, Dr. Ebuehi’s words are a companion on the journey. And for anyone curious about what drives a theologian to write about the mystery of Jesus, his full People of Distinction interview is a must-listen. In his voice, you can hear what his book so beautifully conveys: the reverence, the gratitude, and the unshakable conviction that the Cross still changes everything.
Get to know more about the author and the work as you listen to the full interview below: