The Holy Post
597: Holy Post Live!
Dec 27, 2023
Esau McCaulley, New Testament professor and NY Times columnist, joins hosts for a year-end episode. They discuss Tim Keller's passing, navel-gazing of American evangelicalism, comfort of Cracker Barrel biscuits, and more. Predictions for 2024 are given. They play three hilarious rounds of 'Bluff the Listener.' Other topics include an MRI mishap, Christian Nashvilleism, changing dynamics of church engagement, predictions of political violence, and destruction of a Black Sabbath guitar. Church investment in non-alcoholic beverages is also explored. A journey from a TV show to a podcast is celebrated with thanks to the audience.
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Quick takeaways
- Evangelicalism's self-absorption hinders the engagement with broader issues and perpetuates dominance of a certain segment of Christianity.
- Church participation has become a luxury good, excluding those from different socioeconomic backgrounds and failing to address the changing realities of our mission field.
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The Self-Absorption of Evangelicalism
The biggest story of 2023 is the self-absorption of evangelicalism. The focus on analyzing itself and the constant infighting among evangelical circles has overshadowed other important issues within the Christian faith. Major topics like racism, social justice, and the experiences of marginalized communities have been largely forgotten in the evangelical narrative. This self-absorption not only limits the perspectives and voices being heard, but it also perpetuates the dominance of a certain segment of Christianity and hinders the growth of a more inclusive and diverse faith community. It is crucial for evangelicalism to move beyond this self-centeredness and engage with the broader issues affecting society today.
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