# The Cycle of Self-Liberation (Buddhism) | Let's Be Honest | Brett Koerten

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Podcast: [Menlo Church Podcasts](https://stenobird.com/podcast/menlo-church-podcasts-570829)
Published: 2026-07-13T00:24:15+00:00
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## Resource

Buddhism identifies suffering as the core human problem and offers the Eightfold Path as the solution. It is a religion of radical self-effort and "emptying" oneself to find peace. This week, we compare the "work" of self-liberation with the "rest" of the Gospel. Text Our Team (650) 600-0402 | Connect With Us

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