

119: Orphaned Believers: Sara Billups on Church, Culture Wars, and Spiritual Growth
Nov 12, 2024
Sara Billups, author of "Orphaned Believers," sheds light on the evangelical church's culture during the 80s and 90s. She discusses how end times theology and culture wars shaped believers' identities and fears. The impact of consumerism and the prosperity gospel raises questions about faith commodification. Sara emphasizes the transformative power of authentic community and navigating personal spiritual journeys within imperfect church environments, highlighting the importance of relationships in spiritual growth.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Navigating Faith and Family
03:18 • 15min
Reflections on Faith and Environmental Stewardship
18:28 • 13min
Navigating Spiritual Formation in Cultural Conflicts
31:14 • 7min
Navigating Consumerism Within Faith
38:02 • 3min
Navigating Commitment in a Challenging Faith Community
40:57 • 5min