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Todd Hunter leads Churches for the Sake of Others, a diocese of the Anglican Church in North America, and is the author of What Jesus Intended: Finding True Faith in the Rubble of Bad Religion.

In this episode, Todd Hunter and I discuss “bad religion,” “good religion,” and what it means to be the church God has called us to be.

THIS EPISODE'S HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

Todd discusses "bad religion," referring to church actions that harm people, including sexual and financial scandals and misuse of power.
He shares personal experiences of witnessing bullying and manipulation within charismatic and Pentecostal circles.
The conversation explores the historical existence of bad religion and the pursuit of healthy and faithful religion.
Todd Hunter emphasizes the importance of listening without compromise and using Jesus as an example of engaging with others while staying true to beliefs.
Churches need to listen, especially to victims, without giving up on fundamental beliefs, to reshape churches towards goodness.
Markus Watson contrasts Jesus' engagement with marginalized individuals with the church's perceived engagement.
Todd discusses the need for the church to engage with unique Christian claims while avoiding a privileged and know-it-all attitude.
He emphasizes the theological meaning of "end" and God's healing the world through his people.
Todd believes that God's people will rule and reign with him in a renewed heaven and earth.
He shares insights from Dallas Willard about engaging in conversations with others.
Christ followers need to have honest conversations with others while remaining grounded in their own beliefs.
Todd Hunter discusses the negative impact of fear and anxiety and emphasizes the eschatological nature of faith for pastors living in a post-Christendom world.
It is important to understand the broader intentions of Jesus beyond just dying for salvation.
Todd Hunter expresses a desire to reintroduce Jesus to people who are disengaged from traditional church practices.
Churches need to meet people where they are, tailoring church practices to different communities.
The conversation acknowledges the value of traditional church forms while emphasizing openness to various expressions of faith beyond traditions like house churches.

RELEVANT RESOURCES AND LINKS:

Todd Hunter:
- www.toddhunter.org
- www.c4so.org
Center for Justice and Peace
Books mentioned:
- What Jesus Intended, by Todd Hunter
- Jesus and the Victory of God, by N.T. Wright
- A Church Called Tov, by Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer
Pray as You God
Fresh Expressions
Related episodes:
- Episode 126: A Crisis of Adult Discipleship, with Brian Wallace

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