Shifting Culture Ep. 341 John Fugelsang - Separation of Church and Hate
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Sep 12, 2025 
Join John Fugelsang, a comedian and political commentator with a unique upbringing as the child of a nun and a Franciscan brother. He candidly discusses how fundamentalism distorts Christianity into a tool for power, contrasting it with the authentic teachings of Jesus centered on humility and compassion. The conversation tackles the challenges of practicing true Christian values amidst hypocrisy, the importance of authenticity in relationships, and the need for respectful discourse on divisive topics like feminism and LGBTQ rights. It's a thought-provoking exploration of faith, power, and community.
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Fundamentalism Distorts Faith Into Superiority
- Fundamentalists use religion to claim moral superiority and justify cruelty rather than spiritual growth.
- John Fugelsang identifies five cross-religious traits of fundamentalism that distort faith for power.
From Persecuted Sect To Power Broker
- Christianity shifted from an anti-empire movement to an imperial religion after alignment with Rome.
- Fugelsang argues modern Christian nationalism prioritizes worldly power over Jesus' teachings.
Raised By A Nun And A Franciscan Brother
- Fugelsang recounts his upbringing by a former nun mother and Franciscan brother father who modeled servant leadership.
- He contrasted that household faith with televangelists who preached power and hypocrisy on TV.
