Theology in the Raw

Does the Church Have a Crisis of Biblical Illiteracy? Jen Wilkin

Jul 15, 2024

Author and Bible teacher Jen Wilkin discusses the crisis of biblical illiteracy in the church, promoting deeper engagement with the Bible through comprehensive study. She highlights the importance of understanding scripture, combating misconceptions, and fostering communal learning environments. Jen also explores the significance of the book of Revelation and the lessons it offers on Christ's supremacy and enduring faith.

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Jen Wilkin

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Biblical illiteracy is a significant challenge in churches due to passive consumption of interpretation.

Shift towards community-focused models impacts deep theological understanding and structured Bible studies.

Active engagement and communal learning environments are crucial for enhancing biblical knowledge and theological understanding.

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The Impact of Biblical Illiteracy in Churches

Biblical illiteracy poses a significant challenge within churches as highlighted by surveys showing a lack of understanding of basic Christian doctrines among believers. The trend is alarming, with a growing disparity in theological knowledge compared to previous years. The reliance on devotional reading and a passive consumption of interpretation has contributed to this crisis, with churches struggling to address fundamental theological concepts.

Importance of Home Groups in Churches

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Lean on the Insights of Others

01:17

Consequences of Getting It Right or Wrong

01:23

Intro

4min

Promoting Biblical Literacy Through Thoughtful Engagement

27min

Exploring the Importance of Understanding the Bible and Recommended Resources

2min

Combatting Biblical Illiteracy in the Church

26min

Enhancing Learning Through Preparatory Work and Guided Discussions

2min

Teaching in Religious Gatherings and Gender Roles in the Church

6min

Exploring the Significance of the Book of Revelation and True Allegiance

6min

Jen Wilkin is an author and Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. She has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts. An advocate for Bible literacy, her passion is to see others become articulate and committed followers of Christ, with a clear understanding of why they believe what they believe, grounded in the Word of God. Jen just released a bible study on the book of Revelation tittled: Revelation: Eternal King; Everlasting Kingdom. You can find more of Jen's work at JenWilkin.net. In this episode, I talk to Jen about the crisis of bilbical illiteracy in the church and how to address it.

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Theology in the Raw

Does the Church Have a Crisis of Biblical Illiteracy? Jen Wilkin

Episode guests

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Deep dives

The Impact of Biblical Illiteracy in Churches

Challenges in Discipleship and Learning Environments

Factors Contributing to Decline in Biblical Knowledge

Importance of Active Learning Environments

Promoting Biblical Literacy Through Community Engagement

Importance of Home Groups in Churches

Lean on the Insights of Others

Consequences of Getting It Right or Wrong

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The Impact of Biblical Illiteracy in Churches

Challenges in Discipleship and Learning Environments

Factors Contributing to Decline in Biblical Knowledge

Importance of Active Learning Environments

Promoting Biblical Literacy Through Community Engagement

Importance of Home Groups in Churches

Lean on the Insights of Others

Consequences of Getting It Right or Wrong

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