Defining Evangelicalism: The Bebbington Quadrilateral

Evangelicalism is often defined through the Bebbington Quadrilateral, which outlines four key tenets: Biblicism, Crucicentrism, Conversionism, and Activism. These principles emphasize a high regard for the Bible, the centrality of Christ's atoning work, the necessity of personal conversion, and the call to express the gospel through action. Personal experiences shared in the podcast reflect how these categories resonated with individuals raised in evangelical environments, influencing their understanding of faith. This framework raises questions about the adequacy of these definitions and whether they may oversimplify the diverse expressions of evangelical belief and practice.