The New Evangelicals Podcast

Kayla Felten, expert in navigating mental health during deconstruction, discusses the Reclamation Collective's support groups for survivors of religious trauma. They also explore financial ethics in religious organizations and the dangers of cult-like behavior in new age practices.

The podcast discusses the need for a new narrative for Christian civic engagement based on love, inclusivity, justice, and non-dehumanization. They explore the extreme views of voices claiming to follow Jesus and their influence on society. The interconnected networks of Christian nationalist media are discussed, along with the goals and strategies of Project Amplify, a coalition of credible voices aiming for real-world change. They also highlight the urgency of expanding voices and raising funds for Project Amplify to create digital spaces for connection.

Russell Moore, minister, speaker and author of the new book, Losing Our Religion: An Altar Call for Evangelical America, sits down with Tim to discuss his new book. Russell explains his backstory and what led him to write his book. Tim and Russell discuss what happened after Trump’s election and our current new normal. They also discuss the church’s response to the fracture that caused many to leave conservative Evangelical spaces. Tim and Russell discuss how to call out harmful voices in the church without demonizing them. Lastly, they explore the path forward and what the future may hold for both the church and America.Read Russell Moore's Book: Losing Our ReligionFollow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals  Support Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim talks to Russell Johnson, pastor of Pursuit Northwest in Washington State. They challenge each other's beliefs, emphasize the importance of engaging with different perspectives, and explore the tension between conservative and progressive Christianity. They discuss LGBTQ rights, social justice, and the impact of public policy on individual freedoms.

Tim and Dr. Kevin Carnahan go through a Mark Driscoll interview with Russell Johnson to unpack the misleading and at times blatantly false rhetoric said during the interview.  Kevin helps us navigate what a faithful Christian Witness says to people who put their allegiance to power and control over the call of Christ.  Watch the Youtube VideoSupport Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis, pastor, speaker and author of the new book, Fierce Love: A Bold Path to Ferocious Courage and Rule Breaking-Kindness That Can Heal the World, sits down with Tim to discuss her new book. Rev. Dr. Lewis explains her background and how that led her into ministry. Tim and Rev. Dr. Lewis discuss the reason she wrote her new book and how her own church’s story inspired it. They also discuss how radical kindness can change our approach towards those who promote harm in an ethical fashion. Lastly, they discuss how to tackle complex issues the local community can’t solve.Read 'Fierce Love' by Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Support Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode Tim talks to Nancy and Susan, two former IHOP insiders who saw warning signs during their time with the organization. Nancy and Susan explain what’s going on now and why they believe that IHOP will prioritize the organization at the expense of alleged victims at the hands of its leader, Mike Bickle. Listen to the heaven bent podcastSupport Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared Stacy, an American pastor and PhD candidate, joins Tim to discuss the connection between the American evangelical church and the moral majority movement. They explore the impact of Christian nationalism, the involvement of evangelicals in politics, and the role of conspiracy theories within evangelical beliefs.

This special episode is a recording of Tripp Fuller's talk at Theology Beer Camp 2023. Tripp shares some milestones in his own deconstruction journey and asks the question: is our understanding of the gospel building crosses, or bearing them?Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Support Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Bickle, leader of the International House of Prayer has recently been accused of sexual abuse spanning decades according to a statement written by former IHOP leaders. In this first part out of a two part series Tim brings on Gracia, Tamice and Brantley, three former IHOP students to talk about their experience spending years on the inside.  They discuss what drew them to IHOP, the theology and culture that kept them there and what it was like trying to live a normal life once they left.  Support Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices