Episode 153: We Disagree (So Let's Talk About It!)
Mar 14, 2022
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In this podcast, the hosts engage in a conversation with a guest who publicly disagreed with them, highlighting the importance of discussing disagreements openly. The episode covers topics such as navigating discord in church communities, exploring accountability in leadership, and the process of deconstructing and rebuilding faith. Promoting open dialogue and accountability in pastoral leadership is also emphasized.
Open communication is crucial for addressing church hurt and disagreements.
Pastors must be held accountable and promote healthy dialogue within the church community.
Deep dives
Discussion on Accountability and Healing from Church Hurt
The podcast delves into the concept of accountability and healing from church hurt. Tim discusses his experience with church hurt, highlighting the need for accountability for actions that cause pain. He emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between anger and bitterness, advocating for addressing hurts through open communication and holding individuals responsible for their actions.
Challenges of Holding Pastors Accountable
Tim expresses his concerns about the challenges of holding pastors accountable, particularly in situations where power dynamics impact the ability to address grievances. The conversation touches on the need for pastors to be subject to accountability mechanisms and emphasizes the importance of creating safe spaces for healthy dialogue and reconciliation.
Perspectives on Deconstruction and Rebuilding Faith
The dialogue explores the process of deconstruction in faith and the significance of rebuilding beliefs. Tim reflects on his personal journey of deconstruction and underlines the importance of not lingering in a deconstructive phase without seeking to rebuild. The importance of seeking truth and understanding diverse perspectives within the faith community is highlighted.
Roles of Influence and Responsibility for Pastors
The discussion addresses the role of pastors in influencing and improving church dynamics. Tim encourages pastors to stand against abusive behaviors within the church and advocates for a shift towards servant leadership. He emphasizes the need for pastors to uphold integrity and courageously address issues of abuse and manipulation within church settings.
So often in the church world, we form our own Christian bubbles where we don’t have to talk with anyone we disagree with. In this episode, we talk with the founder of The New Evangelicals who recently publicly disagreed with one of our previous podcasts. We reached out to him to have a conversation to show how we can talk through our disagreements.