In this podcast, they discuss the rise and fall of the Young, Restless, and Reformed movement. They explore the origins, characteristics, and tensions within the movement. They also discuss the challenges of handling rapid success and elevate young individuals. The podcast touches on recommended books, declining birth rates, and the perception of marriage trends. They end with The Gospel Coalition's perspective on the movement.
The Young, Restless, and Reformed movement brought about significant publishing and institutions, spreading important theological resources and promoting serious talks on biblical principles.
The New Calvinism movement gained momentum through its emphasis on Reformed theology and its appeal to young people seeking a vibrant and exciting faith.
Deep dives
The Good of the Young Restless and Reformed Movement
The Young Restless and Reformed (YRR) movement had several positive aspects. Firstly, it brought about significant publishing and institutions, leading to the spread of important theological resources. Secondly, it promoted serious and substantive talks, with a focus on preaching and teaching biblical principles. Thirdly, the movement emphasized a theology of suffering, acknowledging the reality of hardship in the Christian life. Additionally, there was a worshipful element to the movement, with a strong emphasis on heartfelt singing and worship. Finally, the YRR movement successfully utilized the latest technologies of the time, such as websites and podcasts, to spread the gospel and provide access to theological teachings.
The New Calvinism and its Rise to Prominence
The podcast examines the rise of the evangelical movement known as the New Calvinism or the Young, Restless, and Reformed. It highlights the significance of influential figures such as Mark Driscoll and John Piper in popularizing Reformed theology and attracting a younger generation of believers. The Time Magazine article on the New Calvinism is mentioned as a turning point for the movement, with its portrayal of the movement as the new and cool thing. The main idea conveyed is that the movement gained momentum through its emphasis on Reformed theology and its appeal to young people seeking a vibrant and exciting faith.
Fracturing and Challenges in the New Calvinism
The podcast discusses the challenges and fractures within the New Calvinism movement. It highlights the tensions between different factions within the movement, such as doctrinalists and culturalists. The impact of the internet age on the movement is explored, with the recognition that it has both positive and negative consequences. The podcast suggests that the movement has not died, despite its fractures, and points to the continued growth and influence of ministries, conferences, and publishers associated with the New Calvinism. The takeaway is that while there are challenges and changes, the movement still has energy and vibrancy, particularly among young adults and international church leaders.
In this extra-long episode, Kevin teams up with Justin and Collin to talk about something they were all deeply involved in: the movement known as the Reformed Resurgence, the New Calvinism, or YRR. What was this movement about? What went right? What went wrong? Why did the movement fracture? Is "Big God theology" in retreat or just flourishing in different ways? Stick around for reflections on these questions, plus some book recommendations and how to fix college football.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:48 Let's Start Where Everyone Wants Us to Start - Football
6:47 Let’s Go to the Books
19:41 Sponsor Break | Crossway
20:44 What Happened to Young, Restless, and Reformed?