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Credo Podcast

What’s Cultural and What’s Truly Christian? The Evangelical Crisis: Karen Swallow Prior and Matthew Barrett

Jul 23, 2024
Karen Swallow Prior and Matthew Barrett discuss the crisis in evangelicalism due to power struggles and changing focus. They explore the impact of Victorian values on evangelical culture, the use of metaphors and imagery in shaping evangelical identity, and the influence of missions, capitalism, and entrepreneurial spirit on modern evangelical practices.
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  • Influences from Victorian culture shape evangelical values, impacting American society.
  • Evangelicalism's pursuit of power overshadows genuine spiritual conversion, leading to empire-building mindset.

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Influence of Evangelicals on Victorian Age Values

Evangelicals greatly influenced the Victorian age, shaping values like masculinity, femininity, and domestic roles. These cultural norms, inherited from the British Empire, continue to impact American society, highlighting the intersection of Victorian culture and evangelical beliefs.

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