The Holy Post

638: Keep Christianity Weird & Lessons from the Church Abuse Scandal with Kristen Kobes Du Mez

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Oct 9, 2024
Kristen Kobes Du Mez, a historian at Calvin University and author of 'Jesus and John Wayne', discusses the rising pride in cultural Christianity and its implications. She explores the connection between evangelical culture and sexual abuse scandals, emphasizing how theology can perpetuate abuse. The conversation also touches on political idolatry within the church and the necessity of embracing the supernatural aspects of faith. With humorous anecdotes, the podcast reveals deeper societal issues while encouraging a re-engagement with authentic belief.
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ANECDOTE

Pets to Church

  • A Haitian priest in New Hampshire humorously invited pets to church, assuring his congregation he wouldn't eat them.
  • This lighthearted ritual turned into an act of resistance against negativity, fostering community and blessings.
INSIGHT

Hurricane Disinformation

  • Disinformation surrounding disaster relief efforts has become rampant, hindering aid and increasing partisan divides.
  • The politicization of hurricanes and the spread of false narratives exacerbate the suffering of victims.
INSIGHT

Cultural Christianity's Rise

  • Cultural Christianity's rise involves embracing Christian values without religious belief, seen in figures like Richard Dawkins and Elon Musk.
  • This raises the question of whether cultural Christianity is beneficial or inoculates against true faith.
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