Reggie Williams & Diana Butler Bass: Debating, Praying, and Living with Tyrants

Oct 13, 2020

Reggie Williams, an Associate Professor of Christian Ethics, and Diana Butler Bass, an award-winning author and speaker, dive into the complexities of faith and politics. They reflect on their journeys within evangelicalism and the emotional struggles tied to political ideologies. The duo addresses the moral dilemmas of praying for controversial figures and discusses political participation, advocating for marginalized communities. Their conversation is both personal and profound, exploring sensitive subjects like morality in education and the intersection of religion with societal issues.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Reflections on Education and the Religious Landscape

02:24 • 5min

Reflections on Faith and Politics

07:43 • 30min

Faith, Identity, and Political Prayer

38:04 • 28min

Navigating Political Engagement and Ideological Purity

01:06:26 • 7min

Debating Morality in the Classroom

01:13:01 • 2min

Exploring the Intersection of Faith, Politics, and Society

01:15:24 • 4min