613: Driscoll, Dawkins, & Political Discipleship with Curtis Chang

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Apr 17, 2024

Curriculum developer Curtis Chang discusses aligning New Atheists with Christian Nationalists, Mark Driscoll's removal from a conference, and a Florida man's Bible tower climb. They explore Richard Dawkins as a 'cultural Christian,' launch 'The After Party' to focus on hope and humility in politics, and emphasize the importance of engaging with politics through God's kingdom values.

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INSIGHT

Turducken of Consumer Christianity

The Mark Driscoll incident epitomizes "consumer Christianity."
It combines spectacle, spiritual warfare, sexualization, and victimhood.

INSIGHT

Dawkins' Cultural Christianity

Richard Dawkins, a self-proclaimed "cultural Christian," defends Christian values against other religions.
He appreciates the cultural aspects of Christianity but rejects its core beliefs.

ANECDOTE

Deavers' Country Song

Oklahoma Senator Dusty Deavers, a Christian nationalist, wrote a country song inspired by the Holy Post podcast.
The song promotes the idea that Christian nationalism is superior to current societal trends.

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