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Andrew Root on why Pastors are focused on the wrong crisis.

Nov 21, 2023
Andrew Root, expert in theology, discusses the crisis facing churches today - the lack of belief in God. He explores the three stages of secularism, challenges pastors face in a secular age, and the importance of reimagining faith and action. Root emphasizes the need for churches to focus on proclaiming God's story and the transformative power of God's actions.
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Quick takeaways

  • Focus on God's supremacy amidst church activities is vital to combat functional atheism.
  • Church should prioritize a narrative centered on God's presence over being a nonprofit.

Deep dives

The Importance of Waiting for God's Action in the Church

Waiting for God's action amidst the busyness of church activities is crucial. Carl Bart's emphasis on God being God reminds us to put down our hands and acknowledge God's supremacy. This practice of waiting counters the functional atheism present in churches that focus more on being nonprofits rather than vessels of God's transformative power.

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