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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ANECDOTE

Florida Man and Bible

A Florida man climbed a T-Mobile tower with a Bible, disrupting service and causing significant damage.
He threw objects at police while shouting "I've got a job to do."

ANECDOTE

Driscoll's Disruption

Mark Driscoll was removed from a men's conference for criticizing a sword-swallowing pole dancer.
Driscoll called the performance demonic, citing a "Jezebel spirit," leading to his dismissal.

INSIGHT

Turducken of Consumer Christianity

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

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