The Holy Post

591: The Social Gospel Strikes Back & Plodding Through Life with Drew Dyck

Nov 15, 2023

Drew Dyck, author of 'Just Show Up', discusses the resurgence of the social gospel on the left. They talk about striking workers quoting the Bible, progressive politicians referencing Jesus, and the importance of relationships in the church. Also, they explore the concept of Christian Nashvilleism and the appointment of a female robot CEO.

01:25:59

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The resurgence of the social gospel is evident in progressive politicians citing Jesus and religious language returning to liberal causes.

The evangelical culture's emphasis on changing the world for God can distort our perception of a faithful life, and embracing simple, unspectacular callings can hold deep significance.

Finding meaning and faithfulness in ordinary acts of love, kindness, and presence is essential, despite the tension between prioritizing a radical life for God and the realities of everyday life.

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Challenging the Notion of a Spectacular Life

The book starts by recounting a conversation between the author and his wife, where they express their desire to do something big for God rather than settling for an average life. This aspiration is rooted in Christian teachings and is a common sentiment among young Christians. The author explores the cultural and religious influences that shape this mindset, including messages from Christian leaders and the desire to live up to a radical life for God. However, he also highlights the potential pitfalls of pursuing greatness and challenges the notion that a meaningful life is solely defined by extraordinary achievements. The book offers an alternative perspective on faithfulness, emphasizing the importance of simple acts of showing up for others in our everyday lives.

Suburban County Political Shifts and Evangelical Influence

01:28

The Danger of Guarantees

01:25

The Influence of Personal Goals on Parenting

01:07

The Radical Social Implications of Scripture Throughout Christian History

02:05

Introduction

2min

Center for Christianity and Public Life Summit

4min

Discussions on Podcast Invitations and Disrupting the Deep State

2min

Christian Ashvilleism and Christian Nashvilleism

12min

Mika: The Robot CEO

6min

The Use of Gendered Titles and the Intersection of Religion and Labor Organizing

13min

The Historical Factors

11min

Promotions, Ads, and Author Introduction

4min

The Importance of Faithfulness and Showing Up

15min

10.

Navigating Life Transitions and Finding God's Will

15min

11.

Parenting Lessons and the Importance of Mindful Messaging

2min

Striking auto union workers are quoting the Bible, progressive politicians are citing Jesus, and religious language is returning to more liberal causes. While everyone is focused on the rise of Christian nationalism on the political right, have we been ignoring a resurgence of the social gospel on the political left? Then, Drew Dyck is back to discuss his new book, “Just Show Up.” He says the evangelical culture’s focus on changing the world for God warps our vision of a faithful life, and he argues there is deep significance in committing to simple, unspectacular callings. Plus, Phil coins a term that makes it into the Washington Post. And, an alcohol company has appointed a robot as its CEO. What could possibly go wrong?

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Bonus Interview with Drew Dyck

https://www.patreon.com/posts/92890085

0:00 - Intro

1:28 - Show starts

2:56 - Theme Song

3:18 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling

4:27 - Kaitlyn’s Other Podcast

7:27 - Christian Nashvillism

19:32 - AI CEO

26:42 - Modern Day Social Gospel

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52:30 - Interview Intro

Drew Dyck

55:22 - The problem of trying to do great things for God

1:07:52 - Finding Your Identity

1:21:52 - Living a quiet faithful life

1:25:23 - End Credits

Links mentioned in news segment:

There’s another Christian movement that’s changing our politics. It has nothing to do with whiteness or nationalism

https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/13/us/social-gospel-movement-uaw-strike-blake-cec/index.html

Why a bucolic Tennessee suburb is a hotbed of ‘Christian Nashville-ism’

https://www.washingtonpost.com/religion/2023/11/08/nashville-suburbs-christian-nationalism/

Polish alc-bev firm Dictador hires AI CEO to lead its ops

https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/hello-mika-polish-alc-bev-firm-dictador-hires-ai-ceo-to-lead-its-ops-robot-says-she-has-no-weekends/articleshow/105063641.cms

Other resources:

Just Show Up: How Small Acts of Faithfulness Change Everything (A Guide for Exhausted Christians)

https://amzn.to/3QZgdGA

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The Holy Post

591: The Social Gospel Strikes Back & Plodding Through Life with Drew Dyck

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Challenging the Notion of a Spectacular Life

Roots in Christian Subculture

The Tug of War Between Eternity and Temporality

Reevaluating Faithfulness and Just Showing Up

Embracing Limitations and Finding Meaning in Life

The Pursuit of a Quiet Life

Suburban County Political Shifts and Evangelical Influence

The Danger of Guarantees

The Influence of Personal Goals on Parenting

The Radical Social Implications of Scripture Throughout Christian History

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591: The Social Gospel Strikes Back & Plodding Through Life with Drew Dyck

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Challenging the Notion of a Spectacular Life

Roots in Christian Subculture

The Tug of War Between Eternity and Temporality

Reevaluating Faithfulness and Just Showing Up

Embracing Limitations and Finding Meaning in Life

The Pursuit of a Quiet Life

Suburban County Political Shifts and Evangelical Influence

The Danger of Guarantees

The Influence of Personal Goals on Parenting

The Radical Social Implications of Scripture Throughout Christian History

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