The New Evangelicals Podcast

In this episode, Tim shares his thoughts on the He Gets Us Super Bowl commercial.Check out our website for merch, educational materials, and how to join our community! If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here!Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTubeThe New Evangelicals exists to support those who are tired of how evangelical church has been done before and want to see an authentic faith lived out with Jesus at the center. On this channel, you'll see videos from our founder Tim Whitaker and our incredible guests as they react and respond biblically to topics such as Christian Nationalism, church hurt, terrible Christian movies, bad conservative Christian takes, and MUCH more! We are committed to building a caring community that emulates the ways of Jesus by reclaiming the evangelical tradition and embracing values that build a better way forward. If you’ve been marginalized by your faith, you are welcome here. We’ve built an empathetic and inclusive space that encourages authentic conversations, connections and faith. Whether you consider yourself a Christian, an exvangelical, someone who's questioning your faith, or someone who's left the faith entirely, you are welcome here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SummaryDr. Nancy Pearcey, author of 'The Toxic War on Masculinity' claimed in a recent podcast interview that women’s suffrage was a net loss and that Christian marriages are healthier than their non-christian counterparts. Tim brings on Sheila Gregoire, author of 'The Great Sex Rescue' along with Dr. Beth Allison Barr, author of 'The Making of Biblical Womanhood' to respond.A followup from Dr. Beth Allison BarrResources- Susan Ware, Why They Marched: Untold Stories of the Women Who Fought for the Right to Vote (Cambridge, MA: The Belknap Press of Harvard University Press)- Anita Anand, Sophia: Princess, Suffragette, Revolutionary (New York: Bloomsbury)- Manuela Thurner, “’Better Citizens without the Ballot’: American AntiSuffrage Women and Their Rationale During the Progressive Era,” Journal of Women’s History 5:1 (Spring 1993), 33-60- Hallie Rubenhold, The Five: The Untold Lives of the Women Killed by Jack the Ripper (New York: Mariner Books An Imprint of HarperCollins)- Martha S. Jones, Vanguard: How Black Women Broke Barriers, Won the Vote, and Insisted on Equality for All (New York: Basic Books)Websites- https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2020/07/07/a-century-after-women-gained-the-right-to-vote-majority-of-americans-see-work-to-do-on-gender-equality/- https://www.womenshistory.org/articles/votes-women-means-votes-black-women- https://www.nps.gov/articles/anti-suffragism-in-the-united-states.htm#_edn33- https://www.crusadeforthevote.org/naows-opposition#:~:text=Some%20argued%20women%20lacked%20the,By%20Allison%20Lange%2C%20PhAlso- Susan Ware, American Women’s Suffrage: Voices from the Long Struggle for the Vote, 1776-1965 (New York: Penguin Random House)- Rosalyn Terborg-Penn, African American Women in the Struggle for the Vote, 1850-1920 (Bloomington: Indiana University Press)- Ellen Carol Dubois, Suffrage: Women’s Long Battle for the Vote (New York: Simon & Schuster)Learn more about The Summit For Religious FreedomCheck out our website for merch, educational materials, and how to join our community! If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here!Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTubeThe New Evangelicals exists to support those who are tired of how evangelical church has been done before and want to see an authentic faith lived out with Jesus at the center. On this channel, you'll see videos from our founder Tim Whitaker and our incredible guests as they react and respond biblically to topics such as Christian Nationalism, church hurt, terrible Christian movies, bad conservative Christian takes, and MUCH more! We are committed to building a caring community that emulates the ways of Jesus by reclaiming the evangelical tradition and embracing values that build a better way forward. If you’ve been marginalized by your faith, you are welcome here. We’ve built an empathetic and inclusive space that encourages authentic conversations, connections and faith. Whether you consider yourself a Christian, an exvangelical, someone who's questioning your faith, or someone who's left the faith entirely, you are welcome here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SummaryPastor Trey Ferguson discusses his book, Theologizin' Bigger: Homilies on Living Freely and Loving Wholly, that explores the themes of the black church tradition, the interpretation of the Bible, and the impact of white supremacy on Christianity. TakeawaysThe fullness of God cannot be confined to any one particular tradition.The black church tradition recognizes the reality of being black in the United States as a valid starting point for discussions about God.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:00 The Premise of the Book: Theologizing Bigger08:16 The Black Church Tradition20:13 The White Man's Religion25:58 Imagination and Theologizing40:05 Imagination for a Better World44:14 Resisting Shame and Embracing Humility45:06 Honoring Tradition and Relating to God47:02 Solidarity and Compassion49:14 The Expansiveness of God and Humility52:06 Respecting Differences and Finding ShalomRead Theologizin’ Bigger: Homilies on Living Freely and Loving Wholly by Pastor Trey FergusonLearn more about The Summit For Religious FreedomFollow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTubeSupport Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith Giles, author and speaker, joins Tim to discuss universal reconciliation and respond to critiques of the belief. They explore the views of early church fathers, the connection between conditionalism and universalism, and interpretive methodologies used by universalists. They also address theological critiques, such as the claim that universalism originated from Gnosticism and Kabbalah. The conversation highlights the validity of universalism within the Christian tradition and challenges the notion of eternal punishment.

SummaryDr. James McGrath wrote the book, A to Z of the New Testament: Things Experts Know That Everyone Else Should Too, to help lay people with information about the NT from the cultural context. Tim and Dr. McGrath discuss the benefits that help us understand details that put scripture in context.TakeawayThe Nativity was about a spare room in Middle Eastern hospitality culture not in a barnThe Birth of Jesus isn’t about Jesus having a human mother and divine FatherSalvation is complex Sexuality within the Bible is difficult to compare to modern views of sexualityChaptersIntro 0:00What is the NT about 2:00The Nativity Story 8:00The Birth Discrepancies 13:01Creed Christianity 28:02Salvation 33:15Questions About Sexuality 43:65Get Tickets for the God After Deconstruction ConferenceFollow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTubeSupport Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SummaryThis conversation between Tim Whitaker and Deconstruction Girl revolves around the topic of deconstruction within Christianity. They discuss the misunderstandings and misconceptions surrounding deconstruction, the validity of deconstructing one's faith, the issue of gatekeeping and labeling, the straw man argument often used against deconstruction, the concept of atonement and sacrifice, the importance of deconstruction, and the futility of arguing with those who are not open to understanding different perspectives. The conversation explores the process of deconstructing faith and responding to questions about it. It delves into the examination of beliefs and the challenges of holding on to faith. The concept of sin and its loaded meaning is discussed, along with the need to expand its definition. The complexity of defining sin is explored, considering its cultural and historical contexts. The conversation also highlights the importance of exposure and normalization of different perspectives. Finally, the response to criticism and the experience of celebrity status are addressed.TakeawaysDeconstruction is often misunderstood and misrepresented within Christianity.Deconstructing one's faith is a valid and personal journey that should be respected.Gatekeeping and labeling can be harmful and dismissive of individual experiences.The straw man argument is frequently used to undermine the validity of deconstruction.The concept of atonement and sacrifice in Christianity can be complex and diverse.Deconstruction plays an important role in personal growth and understanding one's faith.Arguing with those who are not open to different perspectives can be futile and unproductive. Deconstruction of faith involves examining beliefs and questioning their validity.The concept of sin is loaded and its definition can vary depending on cultural and historical contexts.Expanding the definition of sin allows for a more nuanced understanding of its impact.Exposure to different perspectives can lead to a reevaluation of beliefs and a more inclusive worldview.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:00 The Misunderstanding of Deconstruction08:14 The Validity of Deconstruction13:22 Gatekeeping and Labeling17:25 The Straw Man Argument21:59 The Atonement and Sacrifice26:23 The Importance of Deconstruction28:06 The Experience of Salvation32:20 The Futility of Arguing34:23 Deconstructing Faith and Responding to Questions35:22 Examining Beliefs and Holding on to Faith36:10 The Concept of Sin and its Loaded Meaning37:41 Expanding the Definition of Sin38:18 Understanding Sin in a Systemic Context39:15 The Complexity of Defining Sin40:19 Sin in Different Cultural and Historical Contexts41:16 Reevaluating the Concept of Sin42:13 Exposure and Normalization of Different Perspectives43:32 Celebrity Status and Response to CriticismFollow Deconstruction GirlLearn more about The Summit For Religious FreedomFollow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTubeSupport Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leading sociologist of Christian Nationalism, Andrew Whitehead, discusses the connection between Christian nationalism and the crisis at the border, exploring interpretations of the Bible that justify violence towards migrants. They also delve into the resistance to federal rulings on immigration, highlighting the importance of treating others with love. In the final chapter, they pivot to lighter topics, discussing their favorite sports teams, TV shows, and sharing heartwarming stories from the show 'Love on the Spectrum'.

Tiffany Yecke Brooks, PhD shares her personal journey of growing up in a fundamentalist faith tradition. She discusses the moment she realized something was wrong and how it led her to write a book called Holy Ghosted. She also explains the concept of spiritual anxiety and religious trauma and how churches use them to indoctrinate us.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:00 Growing Up in a Fundamentalist Faith Tradition06:00 Questioning Gender Roles and Church Leadership13:00 Writing a Book Speaking Out20:00 Understanding Spiritual Anxiety and Religious Trauma25:00 Setting Boundaries vs. Manipulation and Control35:00 The Importance of Clarity and Authenticity in Churches36:13 Exclusion of the Queer Community37:31 Linguistical Whiplash in Churches44:30 Building a Healthy Church Community48:13 The Big Picture and ContextRead Holy Ghosted by Tiffany Yecke BrooksLearn more about The Summit For Religious FreedomFollow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTubeSupport Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Political analyst Riley Martinez and host Tim Whitaker discuss the New Hampshire primary and its implications for the Republican Party. They explore support for Trump and Nikki Haley, the white evangelical vote, Trumpism within the GOP, the war within the party, election fraud narrative, immigration as a key issue, and Biden's handling of the genocide in Gaza. They also touch on upcoming primaries and Nikki Haley's future in the race.

Tim and Pete Enns respond to a video discussing deconstruction, exploring the concept of a biblical worldview, the challenges of biblical authority, the role of doubt in faith, the complexities of biblical interpretation, and the limitations of historical claims in the Bible. They discuss the importance of treating others with dignity and respect, the influence of culture on faith, the pursuit of objective truth, and the distinction between subjective and objective claims. They also address the rise of Christian nationalism, harmful rhetoric in fundamentalist theology, and the significance of God's sacrifice in Christianity.