A prominent conservative Calvinist has denounced white Christian Nationalism as heretical and racist, but the movement is still gaining popularity within theologically Reformed circles. How deep is this divide among the anti-woke theobros? New data says the massive rise in loneliness and depression is linked to the rise in singleness, and that marriage remains the best predictor of happiness. Then, Russell Moore is back to discuss his new book, “Losing Our Religion: An Altar Call for Evangelical America.” He explains how evangelical churches form people to value authoritarian leadership, why evangelicalism’s response to market forces is a great strength and its fatal weakness, and how the fear that drives so many evangelicals is a betrayal of the faith. Plus, cows in cars getting caught.
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46:45 - Interview Intro
Russell Moore
49:46 - Market Driven Christianity
55:57 - Authoritarianism
1:08:08 - Fear Driven Evangelicalism
1:31:44 - End Credits
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Calvinist activist warns that white nationalism is invading Reformed churches
The best predictor of happiness in America? Marriage
Stop Swiping. Start Settling.
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Losing Our Religion: An Altar Call for Evangelical America by Russell Moore
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Re: Owen Strachan’s view of racism, women and natural law. This is not my tribe, but if I understand it correctly there is a distinction between root and rationale for a position. The rationale may be natural law (why does Scripture say this?), but the root is Scripture itself (which remains authoritative even if we can’t offer a rationale).
The difference between racism and complementarianism is that there is no Scriptural backing for racism in the NT, but there are verses in the NT that at least appear to teach male authority and limit women’s teaching role (along with others that do teach equality). That’s why the two positions (anti racism and complementarianism) are not immediately contradictory.
Obviously a lot…
I was really disheartened by the discussion regarding marriage in this episode. I think for a lot of single Christians, this topic is very sensitive and is probably one of the hardest faith journeys to go through, if you don’t feel ‘called’ to singleness (I think it’s VERY rare to find people that are actually called to this) and instead like me, have prayed, fasted, etc for a spouse for 10, 15, 20+ years with no answer in sight. The vibe from the whole conversation came across as if a single person isn’t married, they are probably too picky or have too much choice or otherwise it’s likely their fault they’re in this situation. I think this is a very…
Hey all! We know there has been much discussion around Russell Moore's Episcopalian comment. We totally understand the need for some clarity on that portion of the interview! Here are a few thoughts:
1. No, we don't think Episcopalians are non-Christians!
2. We don't completely agree with any guest we have on, we don't even completely agree with each other! We are thoughtful about choosing our guests but that doesn't mean that all opinions expressed by guests on the show automatically reflect the views of the hosts.
3. Having said that we do agree with Russel on many things. We don't want to speak for Russell, but our guess is he would have a far more hospitable and nuanced answer…
I’m an Episcopalian too. I was dismayed when I heard the swipe by Russell. Please read my longer comment above.
Hello, dedicated gen z listener here! As a celibate gay Christian, I am acutely aware that marriage predicts happiness. Marriage (at least for churchgoers) pushes people into not only a beautiful unit of committed unity, but also into established structures of church community. Post-college “Singles” however, are defined by what they lack and left out of family-centric church communities. Any thoughts on how churches can actually support those of us who are single for better and for worse?