The Russell Moore Show

Moore to the Point: The End of the World Will Be Livestreamed

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May 12, 2025
A prophetic novel offers a stunning insight into the chaotic landscape of 2025. It explores themes of societal collapse and the quest for authentic connection amid modern fragmentation. The discussion emphasizes the importance of thoughtful journalism in navigating faith-related issues. Listeners are encouraged to engage with deeper stories and commentary that illuminate the struggles of identity in a tech-driven world.
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Percy's Vision of Fractured Society

  • Walker Percy foresaw a fractured society split by political extremes and spiritual emptiness more than 50 years ago.
  • He saw a post-Christian West where religion and politics merge, and personal collapse mirrors societal collapse.
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Polarized Youth and Society Split

  • The younger generation desires either total freedom or total control, rejecting middle ground.
  • This leads to families and churches splitting over political affiliations and ideologies.
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False Views and Mental Health

  • The core problem is losing sight of human purpose, making politics a false replacement religion.
  • Mental health issues align with political identity, reflecting deeper spiritual and psychological fractures.
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