Podcasts about megachurches

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Part three of our discussion of megachurches as framed by Mars Hill.

In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the 50th anniversary of Willow Creek Community Church. In 1975, a young leader named Bill Hybels founded this suburban church in South Barrington, just outside of Chicago. What made it such an outlier were really two things: it had a strong entrepreneurial, outside-of-the-box mentality, and it had a passion to do whatever it took to reach lost people. They became one of the fastest growing churches in the nation and went on to found the Willow Creek Association. While they have had a very rocky road of late, what God did through Willow Creek Community Church can not be ignored. Episode Links As Alexis mentioned at the start of the podcast, we've seemingly had a run of anniversary episodes. In case you missed the ones she mentioned, we'd encourage you to check out CCP165: On the Nicene Creed and CCP167: On the 100th Anniversary of the Scopes Trial. There are two articles that might be of interest to you related to Willow Creek Bob Smietana, “As Willow Creek Turns 50, the Onetime 'Church of the Future' Redefines Success,” Religion News Service, October 8, 2025. Laura Barringer, “Did Willow Creek Skip Yom Kippur — Again?,” The Roys Report, October 10, 2025. And finally, as the conversation eventually turned to the downfall of Bill Hybels, there are a few past podcast episodes that would be worth listening to if you missed them: CCP4: On Pastors and Moral Failings, CCP31: On Celebrity Pastors and CCP40: On Criticism of Mega Churches. For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe (for free of course) to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. We'd also love to hear from you if there is a topic that you'd like to see discussed on the Church & Culture Podcast in an upcoming episode. You can find the form to submit your questions at the bottom of the podcast page HERE.

Part two of our discussion of megachurches as framed by Mars Hill.

In this conversation, Quico discusses the nature of gullibility and the tactics used by charlatans to exploit people's beliefs. He provides insights into various case studies, including astrology and blood types, and highlights notable charlatans like Baba Ramdev and the impact of mega churches. The discussion also covers modern scams in the crypto space and emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and awareness in navigating a world filled with misinformation and exploitation. It's made known that even the smartest scientists can be fooled by charlatans. Takeaways People are gullible because they care deeply about their beliefs. Charlatans exploit emotional connections to manipulate individuals. Astrology remains popular despite its lack of scientific basis. Baba Ramdev exemplifies a modern charlatan with a yoga empire. Mega churches can exploit vulnerable populations for profit. The crypto space has seen significant charlatanry and scams. Identifying red flags is crucial in protecting oneself from charlatans. The internet allows charlatans to target niche audiences more effectively. Critical thinking is essential in the digital age to avoid exploitation. Understanding one's beliefs can help in recognizing manipulation.Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the Nature of Gullibility 04:25 Understanding Charlatans and Their Tactics 07:29 Case Studies: Astrology and Blood Type Beliefs 09:46 Exploring Notable Charlatans: Baba Ramdev and Others 11:11 The Role of Mega Churches in Exploitation 14:18 Medical Charlatans: Dr. Oz and Dr. Mercola 16:40 The Crypto Grift and Its Impact 21:55 The Legacy of Charlatans: From Alchemy to Crypto 25:07 Identifying Vulnerabilities: The Psychology of Belief 28:53 Case Study: The Rise and Fall of Abraaj 32:05 Future Trends: The Evolution of Charlatanry 34:51 The Impact of Technology on Deception 37:37 Navigating a World of MisinformationFollow Quico Toro on LinkedIn, Substack, and find his new book here.Subscribe to Breaking Math wherever you get your podcasts.Follow Breaking Math on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Website, YouTube, TikTokFollow Autumn on Twitter, BlueSky, and InstagramBecome a guest hereemail: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

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We are starting a series talking about megachurches. Part one... Should they even exist?

They have thousands of congregants and millions of dollars in income. Zachary Crockett passes the collection plate. SOURCES:Julie Roys, founder of the Roys Report.Scott Thumma, professor of sociology of religion at Hartford International University, director of the Hartford Institute for Religion Research. RESOURCES:"The faithful see both crisis and opportunity as churches close across the country," by Scott Neuman (NPR, 2023)."Million Dollar Homes Become Status Symbols of Televangelists and Pastors," by Barry Bowen (Trinity Foundation, 2022)."Megachurch 2020," by Scott Thumma and Warren Bird (Hartford Institute for Religion Research, 2020).Beyond Megachurch Myths: What We Can Learn from America's Largest Churches, by Scott Thumma and Dave Travis (2007)."Ministers' Compensation & Housing Allowance," (IRS).MinistryWatch.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Show #2492 Show Notes: Jude 4: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jude&version=KJV ‘Lasciviousness’: https://webstersdictionary1828.com/Dictionary/lasciviousness God’s Chosen Ones Never Go To Church: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1117664223075404 Matthew 15:9 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=matthew%2015%3A9&version=KJV ‘Tradition’: https://webstersdictionary1828.com/Dictionary/tradition Rome never fell: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?mibextid=wwXIfr&v=1192015406071475&rdid=RDm2FB765p1vYYBB Statue of Liberty: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/21KluLlJqiY Nathan Apffel on the Shawn Ryan Show – Megachurches: https://youtu.be/cw0jjxI1SCY?si=ZI9Yg82ASpqvMTKj 9-11 debunked: https://www.facebook.com/reel/943805957938909 Refiner’s Fire: https://refinersfire2025.com/

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Welcome to the Inverted Orthodoxy Podcast! We're Blake, Kyle, and Doug the pastors from Living Springs, here to take you on a weekly adventure through the twists and turns of faith. Got questions? We've got answers, and sometimes more questions! Today marks a very special episode as we embark on episode 400! This comes with reflections, fun moments, and for the first time, our own line of merch.You can order here: https://livingspringsairdrie.com/merchandisePodcast Images: https://livingspringsairdrie.com/PODCASTIMAGESYou can pre-order our merchandise via the link below, and enter our giveaway via our social media accounts . Out of province? we will quote you an additional shipping cost with your order. Please email kielan@livingspringsairdrie.com to get this out to you.Todays episode covers the following:(27:36 into episode)I believe you guys have listened to the Rise and Fall of Mars Hill but if not my apologies.How has listening to the Podcast impacted your perspective on being a pastor and the trauma that can come from a church? How have you seen social media impact the pastoral role, both in terms of increasing popularity and increasing criticism through forms like ‘Preachers and Sneakers'? Do you have a question you've been wanting answered? Head on over to our website www.invertedorthodoxy.com to submit a question. You can find us on Wednesdays on Youtube, or wherever you subscribe to podcasts. To learn more about our church, you can visit www.livingspringsairdrie.com

Welcome to the Inverted Orthodoxy Podcast! We're Blake, Kyle, and Doug the pastors from Living Springs, here to take you on a weekly adventure through the twists and turns of faith. Got questions? We've got answers, and sometimes more questions! Today marks a very special episode as we embark on episode 400! This comes with reflections, fun moments, and for the first time, our own line of merch.You can order here: https://livingspringsairdrie.com/merchandisePodcast Images: https://livingspringsairdrie.com/PODCASTIMAGESYou can pre-order our merchandise via the link below, and enter our giveaway via our social media accounts . Out of province? we will quote you an additional shipping cost with your order. Please email kielan@livingspringsairdrie.com to get this out to you.Todays episode covers the following:(27:36 into episode)I believe you guys have listened to the Rise and Fall of Mars Hill but if not my apologies.How has listening to the Podcast impacted your perspective on being a pastor and the trauma that can come from a church? How have you seen social media impact the pastoral role, both in terms of increasing popularity and increasing criticism through forms like ‘Preachers and Sneakers'? Do you have a question you've been wanting answered? Head on over to our website www.invertedorthodoxy.com to submit a question. You can find us on Wednesdays on Youtube, or wherever you subscribe to podcasts. To learn more about our church, you can visit www.livingspringsairdrie.com

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Mega churches are not built by human effort alone; they are the result of divine guidance, empowerment, and strategy. In this message, Rev. Amos Darkoh explores how the Holy Spirit works behind the scenes and at the forefront of church growth. From giving vision and boldness to raising leaders and drawing souls, the Holy Spirit is the true power behind lasting and impactful church growth.

This clip explores critical views of TD Jakes and the Black church's role in the community. It delves into personal stories about fatherlessness, anger, faith, and life struggles, highlighting challenges in Black families and questioning traditional religious influence.

This week on The Thought SNOB Podcast, Paula dives headfirst into a bold and thought-provoking topic: the slippery slope of organized religion, inspired by Danny McBride's brilliant satire The Righteous Gemstones. The show hilariously exposes a morally bankrupt megachurch family swimming in wealth—and it got Paula thinking: Do you really have to be a “good” person to manifest money? Spoiler alert: No, you don't. In this episode, Paula unpacks the misconception that money is a reward for goodness, explores the deeper mechanics of manifestation, and reminds us that material success doesn't equal moral integrity. Is she promoting bad behavior? Absolutely not. But Thought SNOB doesn't sugarcoat the truth. It's about facts, not fluff. Tune in to hear why being rich doesn't mean being right—and what it really takes to manifest with intention.

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Topics this week: Controversy after Christianity Today published an article questioning whether Jesus was crucified with nails.    The Supreme Court is debating whether parents can opt their kids out of LGBTQ-themed books in elementary schools.    The New York Times and USA Today published articles discussing the return to church, particularly among young men, and the increased interest in the supernatural in today's culture.    Listener question on the ethical and theological implications of the rise of megachurches and ultra-rich pastors.    Listener question on how to test the reliability and reputability of news sources in the age of disinformation.    ==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.

A massive Muslim city planned for Texas is causing quite the stir. EPIC City, which stands for East Plano Islamic Center, is planned to be built just north of Dallas. Organizers are saying it will be “the epicenter of Islam in America.” Governor Greg Abbott says the community “will never see the light of day.” Uh oh, governor hot wheels are going to them Muslims.If we are all concerned with religious institutions misusing their money, power, authority, and think they are criminals that need to be rooted out, then where's the scrutiny over Christian churches? In Texas everything is bigger, apparently the hypocrisy is, too.***CHECK OUT THE CHANNEL ON YOUTUBE!https://www.youtube.com/@ladieslovepoliticsYou can check out Ladies Love Politics website to read a transcript/references of this episode at www.ladieslovepolitics.com.Be sure to follow the Ladies Love Politics channel on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Truth Social, Brighteon Social, Threads, and Twitter. Content also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you stream podcasts.Background Music Credit:Music: Hang for Days - Silent Partner https://youtu.be/A41A0XeU2ds

Pastor Matt Furse joins Jeremy Slayden on JSlayUSA for an educational conversation that is part history lesson and part bible study. We dive deep into the roots of dispensational theology, the influence of the Scofield Reference Bible, and how American Christians have been steered by narratives potentially rooted in twisted scripture. Pastor Furse shares his personal journey as a Baptist pastor who challenged the prevailing eschatological views, faced criticism, and wrote extensively on the Zionist movement and modern Israel's impact on U.S. policy and Christian theology. This discussion is rich with biblical analysis, historical context, and a call for truth-seeking believers to test every tradition through scripture—not politics or emotional loyalty. “We reject any & all racism, and we reject any & all prejudice for, or hatred against, any ethnicity. We are NOT “anti-Semitic”… However, we ARE anti-fraud, anti-lies, anti-deception, anti-unbiblical doctrine, and we are “anti-anything” that is antiChrist! We are anti-Satan and his false religion. We are not against the Jewish people, but we are against their anti-Christ religion. We are not opposed to anyone owning their own private property, but we are opposed to the fraudulent property confiscation that is encouraged by Zionism.” -Matt Furse Read the internet's most comprehensive article on Cyrus Scofield right here: https://jslayusa.com/p/cyrus-scofield-scoundrel-or-scholar Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Opening & Introduction 00:01:00 - Jeremy introduces Pastor Matt Furse 00:03:00 - Pastor Matt's Background and Early Influences 00:05:00 - Questioning Pre-Tribulation Theology 00:07:00 - Opposition and Cost of Challenging Zionism 00:09:00 - Darby, Schofield, and the Roots of Dispensationalism 00:15:00 - Modern Israel and the October 7th Stand Down Theory 00:21:00 - Genesis 12, Abraham's Seed, and Scriptural Misinterpretations 00:28:00 - Scofield Bible and Its Zionist Influence 00:36:00 - Seminary Influence and Changing Bible Translations 00:44:00 - Pre-Scofield Christian Views on Israel 00:47:00 - Romans 9-11 and Spiritual vs Physical Israel 01:00:00 - Critique of Mega Churches and Modern Evangelicalism 01:10:00 - Conclusion: Truth, Gospel, and National Impact Pastor Matt Furse Links: The Book: Who is Israel - https://whoisisrael.org/why/ Matt's Church: https://mountainviewbaptistcuster.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whoisisrael X: https://x.com/PastorMFurse

Nate Williams and the Dangerous Life Team discuss megachurches. Are they good? Are they healthy? Can a church be too large?Website: www.dangerousfaith.netYouTube: Dangerous FaithRumble: Dangerous FaithInstagram: nwdangerousfaithTwitter: @FaithDangerousFacebook: @NWDangerousFaith

Take a look at part 2, "The Problem with Megachurches", of our series called We Are the Church spoken by Pastor Nathan Green

Take a look at part 2, "The Problem with Megachurches", of our series called We Are the Church spoken by Pastor Nathan Green

THIS WEEK ON TOILET RADIO: Iron Savior is boycotting the Untied States, first by cancelling a scheduled appearance at Prog Power USA. We talk about the BEEF between the UK Church and Plague of Angels. THEOLOGY! Belushi Speed Ball, known for dumb publicity stunts, has another dumb publicity stunt. Bobby Liebling and Pentagram had a moment of vitality this week, hope they savor it when they go right back into the dustbin of mediocrity next week. We talk about David Draiman's desire to collaborate with one of the most popular artists in the world - join us next week as we try to get Timothy Chalet to join us as a third mic on the podcast. Finally, DJ Marshmello played a few seconds a slam song and surely it'll change the face of death metal. Folks, it's a good one. Music featured on this show: Belted Sweater – Cherry Grove Want more Toilet Radio? Get hundreds of hours of exclusive content and access to the TovH Discord over at the Toilet ov Hell Patreon. This program is available on Spotify. It is also available on iTunes or whatever they call it now, where you can rate, review, and subscribe. Give us money on Patreon to get exclusive bonus episodes and other cool shit.

 In his first month in office, Donald Trump has broken international agreements with allies, ended all foreign aid, voted with America's enemies in the UN, posted a plan to turn Gaza into a Trump casino and resort, purged the Pentagon of military commanders, appointed podcasters and conspiracy theorists to his cabinet, and threatened to invade or annex Canada, Greenland, and Panama. David French and Skye Jethani discuss various theories to explain Trump's approach to governing, and find one model that makes a lot of sense in an article by Jonathan Rouch. Then they contrast it with what the Founders said was necessary for the republic to survive—virtue. Finally, they discuss how the decline of virtue in American leadership may be the fruit of the church's failure to make disciples. 0:00 - French Friday's Moving to The SkyePod! 1:27 - The Theme Song 2:23 - Ukraine and Trump 8:11 - Trump 1.0 vs Trump 2.0 16:43 - Triumphalism's Shelf Life 25:53 - Bureaucracy vs Mob Boss 32:38 - Megachurches and Patrimonialism 39:38 - American Democracy and Christianity 55:52 - Prophecy's Role in MAGA 1:05:00 - End Credits One Word Describes Trump (Article by Jonathan Rauch): https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2025/02/corruption-trump-administration/681794/ Cross Purposes: Christianity's Broken Bargain with Democracy by Jonathan Rauch: https://a.co/d/26wdqNC  Pursuit of Happiness: How Classical Writers on Virtue Inspired the Lives of the Founders and Defined America by Jeffrey Rosen: https://a.co/d/6Crl6Hk  

Who decides what worship songs we sing in church? It turns out, worship music is a massive industry, and the way songs make it from a Nashville songwriting room to a Sunday morning service might surprise you. In this episode, Marc Jolicoeur joins The Biblical Mind Podcast to break down the business of contemporary worship music (CWM). He explains how four major megachurches dominate the industry, why most modern worship songs are written by teams of professionals rather than individual artists, and how CCLI licensing and copyright structures shape what gets sung in churches. But is this market-driven approach shaping worship in unhealthy ways? Dru and Marc discuss whether the emotional tone of worship music has shifted, why lament and imprecatory psalms are almost absent from today's songs, and whether churches should return to singing scripture itself. Is the worship music we sing today more about marketing than theology? And what would happen if the Psalms were reintroduced into Sunday services? We are listener supported. Give to the cause here: https://hebraicthought.org/give For more articles: https://thebiblicalmind.org/ Marc Jolicoeur's Content https://marcjolicoeur.substack.com/podcast Social Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebraicThought/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hebraicthought/ X: https://www.twitter.com/HebraicThought/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hebraicthought.org   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:27 The Landscape of Worship Music 04:25 The Role of Songwriters and Publishing 10:35 Market Penetration of Worship Songs 16:33 The Influence of Megachurches on Worship Music 21:11 The Evolution of Christian Music 25:48 Worship Music vs. Performance Music 28:38 The Role of Ritual in Worship 31:28 Psalms and Their Relevance in Modern Worship 35:29 Lament in Worship Music 45:16 The Challenge of Lament in Worship 49:55 Navigating Worship Leadership and Emotional Contexts 54:44 Imprecatory Psalms and Modern Worship 01:00:47 The Role of Specificity in Worship Lyrics

In this TALKS episode, Tim engages in a profound conversation with political scientist Hahrie Han about her book 'Undivided,' which explores the quest for racial solidarity within the American church. The discussion delves into the complexities of faith, politics, and community engagement, highlighting the role of megachurches in social change and the challenges posed by Christian nationalism. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the importance of hope and the potential for churches to mobilize for the common good. Tim discusses the surprising political activity levels among various religious groups, highlighting atheists as the most politically active. He explores the differences between demand-side and supply-side problems in faith communities, emphasizing the need for better opportunities for discipleship. Chapters 01:02 Exploring Racial Solidarity in the Church 04:13 Hari Han's Background and Journey 09:54 The Role of Megachurches in Social Change 17:48 Mobilization for the Common Good 27:55 Navigating Christian Nationalism and Hope 33:37 Demand vs. Supply Side Problems in Faith Communities 40:36 The Role of Faith Institutions in Social Change 47:14 Navigating Political Choices in a Flawed System 55:20 The Importance of Micro Conversations for Change Hahrie's Book | Undivided: The Quest for Racial Solidarity in an American Church Hahrie's Website | hahriehan.com Episode with Chuck Mingo & Troy Jackson | Living Undivided, Loving Courageously for Racial Healing and Justice _______________________________ REGISTER TO VOTE If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here! Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals  Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals The 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. 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

Headline Day is always a process. A process of how to decide what stories have the most merit, and what stories can wait. There is no easy way, and this podcast is no different. So what made the cut? Well, if "weird" counts as a measure of importance, this headline is downright freakish and I think we can all agree on that part: exploding pagers. No, you can't make that up. What happened anyway? What door of terror does this open up in the scheme of global things? Does this fit the category of "perilous times". Yes, in spades. Welcome to a new version of warfare. Also on the schedule today, talking about the megachurch model. What need does that fill in Christendom? Any? What have we learned over the last couple decades of bigger=better? A thought provoking subject to be sure. Also, some random Big Brother hijinx. Be not unaware of the times, my brethren. It gets bumpy from here.       Shameless plug for swag for our listeners/donors! https://www.redpillprints.com/stand-up-for-the-truth - Thanks for YOUR Support!

Headline Day is always a process. A process of how to decide what stories have the most merit, and what stories can wait. There is no easy way, and this podcast is no different. So what made the cut? Well, if "weird" counts as a measure of importance, this headline is downright freakish and I think we can all agree on that part: exploding pagers. No, you can't make that up. What happened anyway? What door of terror does this open up in the scheme of global things? Does this fit the category of "perilous times". Yes, in spades. Welcome to a new version of warfare. Also on the schedule today, talking about the megachurch model. What need does that fill in Christendom? Any? What have we learned over the last couple decades of bigger=better? A thought provoking subject to be sure. Also, some random Big Brother hijinx. Be not unaware of the times, my brethren. It gets bumpy from here.       Shameless plug for swag for our listeners/donors! https://www.redpillprints.com/stand-up-for-the-truth - Thanks for YOUR Support!

There are hundreds of thousands of religious congregations across the United States. Some of the biggest, known as "megachurches," are facing challenges as the culture around organized religion changes. Scott Thumma, a professor of sociology of religion at Hartford International University, joins Lisa Desjardins to discuss. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Jim Wellman started researching megachurches with a high level of skepticism, but after collecting the data, that all changed. In his book, High On God: How Megachurches Won the Heart of America, Jim shares the results of his investigation, and on today's episode, he gives listeners a snapshot of the positive findings on megachurches. According to Jim, within the couple thousand megachurches in America, the number of scandals are minimal, the community one finds is incredibly beneficial to the human soul, and the good work these large churches do in society is staggering. With host Joey Svendsen, the two also speculate on the correlation between human emotion and "moves" of the Holy Spirit and how emotionally uplifting environments in themselves, are good for the soul.  Kicking off the episode, Jeff Leinberger, Roy Jacques, Tomelex Copeland, and Joey Svendsen discuss what it's like behind the scenes at Seacoast Church, Pastor Tomelex's experiences as an African American pastor in a predominantly white church, and some of their fears. On this EpisodeJim Wellman / Book / LinkedInJoey Svendsen, host / InstagramRoy Jacques, host / FBTomelex Copeland, host / FBJeff Leinberger, host / FBExecutive Producer: Josh SurrattProducer/Editor: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: JT PriceSound Engineer: Katelyn VandiverMusic, including theme song: Joel T. Hamilton MusicOther Music: Derek MinorSince the beginning of 2024, this podcast releases fully-produced, video versions of each episode. You can find these on our YouTube Channel.

Evangelical pastor and radio host Tony Evans cited an unnamed "sin" as he stepped down as senior pastor at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, the latest controversy for high-profile pastors in America. Evans will be "temporarily stepping away from his senior pastor's duties," Shari L. Carroll, a spokesperson for the church, said in a Friday email to USA TODAY. On Sunday, the pastor said in a statement on the church's website that he has "committed no crime," but "did not use righteous judgment in actions." This week on Pass The Mic Pastor Tyler Burns and EP Beau York sit down to discuss the state of Mega Churches, Celebrity Pastors, Christian Influencers and ask the question 'is it time for the mega church to die'? This podcast is made possible by your support. Learn more at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch the full episode here:https://youtu.be/w1-ukQK9pSU Are churches more like businesses or are businesses becoming more like churches? And, more importantly, are churches becoming more of a theatrical performance than an authentic gathering?In this episode, Taylor is joined by Cody Jefferson, discuss some of the downfalls of religion, the modern church, and the breaking down of commonly held beliefs by both believers and non-believers. Connect with Cody: instagram.com/codyjefferson

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In this week's bonus show, we dig into Israel and evangelicals, two fellow travelers that shaped U.S. politics and the world together. Many evangelicals believe God will protect Israel, as long as they accept the Lord Jesus Christ as their savior, or they'll burn in hell with other nonbelievers when Jesus returns. That means the destruction of Israel, a Jewish state. Digging into Speaker Mike Johnson, a staunch evangelical, and the other MAGA Christian nationalists blocking aid to Ukraine in the House, it turns out Ukraine also plays a role in evangelical “end times” prophecy. The path of the destruction of Israel goes through Ukraine, according to Pat Robertson and other evangelical leaders featured in the show notes. Does Johnson believe this?    Johnson proudly proclaimed his worldview is the bible, telling Fox News: "Someone asked me today in the media, they said, 'It's curious, people are curious: What does Mike Johnson think about any issue under the sun?' I said, 'Well, go pick up a Bible off your shelf and read it. That's my worldview.” Johnson was featured in a German documentary about taking his daughter to a purity ball where she signed a pledge to never have sex before marriage. Purity balls are seen as dehumanizing to young girls and women   Pat Robertson, one of the most consequential evangelical leaders to build white Christian nationalists into a political force, taking over the GOP, claimed in a video featured in this week's bonus show, the path to Israel's destruction begins with Russia's destruction of Ukraine. Ray Comfort, another evangelical minister with a large social media following, wrote the book Russia Will Attack Israel, and plays up Russia's war in Ukraine as “end times” prophecy. David Jeremiah, the evangelical pastor of a megachurch, also promotes this idea in his work. The argument goes: Putin is a tool of God to raise the forces of evil against Ukraine on Russia's path to waging war against Israel. In their logic, Ukraine must be destroyed so the final battle of good vs. evil can begin, ushering in the return of Jesus.    Obviously Christian nationalists like Johnson and others in the MAGA cult blocking aid to Ukraine are motivated by power and money. They align with strongmen like Trump to consolidate their support and enrich themselves. Both Putin and Orban used Christianian nationalism to entrench their regimes. Johnson was caught taking Kremlin-linked donations in 2018, as discussed in the recent bonus show for Patreon subscribers, The Kremlin Owns Mike Johnson.    Russia does its part to feed into these “end times” fever dreams. The philosopher Aleksandr Dugin, Russia's Steve Bannon, recently said, "Jerusalem will be a Russian city or it will not exist at all.” As Trump's white Christian nationalist base cheers on Putin's genocide in Ukraine and Netanyahu's genocide in Gaza and the West Bank, Russia oppresses and kills evangelicals in occupied Ukraine, according to a recent PBS Newshour report, and Christians are increasingly harassed and pushed out by ultra-Orthodox Israelis.    The persecution of fellow Christians may likely mean nothing to Johnson if he shares the belief that accelerating global conflicts will ultimately bring back Jesus. What he has made clear through his words and actions is that he takes the bible literally, like many evangelicals. With Ukraine increasingly in the crossfire of “end times” prophecies, spun in megachurches and their disinformation echo chambers, we have to come to terms that we're up against a doomsday cult, not a political party. Biden cannot shame or reason with these people. He must work around them to save Ukraine.    Contact your rep today through this site by a Gaslit Nation listener and demand they ensure the discharge petitions are signed, successfully forcing a vote on Ukraine aid: https://helpukrainewin.com/   ***   Thank you to everyone who attended the Make Art Workshop: The Business Side of Things on Thursday April 11. We will soon publish the recording along with the transcript and resources mentioned in the discussion as a bonus episode exclusively for our subscribers at the Truth-teller level or higher on Patreon. We're also launching a chat group for our Patreon community dedicated to artists and those who love art, called Art is Surival. This idea came out of our Q&A discussion at the end of the Make Art Workshop on Thursday, and it's a way for our community to share ideas, inspiration, support, and amplify our work and promote accountability to, little by little, get our projects out into the world. To join, be sure to be signed up at the Truth-teller level or higher at Patreon.com/Gaslit. That chat group will launch on Tuesday with next week's episode, featuring Ari Berman of Mother Jones and his new book Minority Rule The Right-Wing Attack on the Will of the People—and the Fight to Resist It.    Show Notes:   Watch the documentary Bad Faith, available everywhere April 26, pre-order it now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WYseVO29ZU   Opening Clip: Vox Short Documentary: How a Bible prophecy shapes Trump's foreign policy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmWL0I3oytw   Clip: Here's Evidence That Russia Will Attack Israel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBvloYWyyms   Clip: Arizona State Senators Speaking in Tongues Before Banning Abortion https://twitter.com/tcani/status/1777829756400263618   Clip: Hundreds of Israelis told evangelical Christians who were praying at an archeological park bordering the Western Wall in occupied East Jerusalem to “go home”, underlining the strained relationship between them and religious Israeli nationalists. Jerusalem's Christian community says there has been a rise in attacks from Israeli ultranationalists on its churches and practices. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/vio53jUpJz0   David Jeremiah: Russia's Role in End Times Prophecy: https://davidjeremiah.blog/what-does-the-bible-say-about-modern-russia/   Speaker Mike Johnson and daughter were profiled attending 'purity ball' in 2015 German TV news segment https://abcnews.go.com/US/speaker-mike-johnson-daughter-profiled-attending-purity-ball/story?id=105785626   Pat Robertson Clip: 'God Is Getting Ready to Do Something Amazing': CBN Founder Pat Robertson on Russia and Prophecy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMEj52pYWq0&t=2s   How evangelicals set in motion today's violence in the Middle East https://thehill.com/opinion/international/4548756-evangelicals-caused-todays-mess-in-the-middle-east/   How Christian Nationalists, Big Oil and the Big Lie Seized the Speaker's Gavel https://washingtonspectator.org/how-christian-nationalists-big-oil-and-the-big-lie-seized-the-speakers-gavel/   Putin and Doomsday: The Far Right's Fascination With the Apocalypse Fox News, the evangelical fringe, and the right wing have been peddling “End Times” thinking for decades. Armageddon has become a backdrop now that Russia has invaded Ukraine. https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2022/03/putin-and-doomsday-the-far-rights-fascination-with-the-apocalypse   Jay in Kyiv on Twitter: “Putin wheels out Dugin to let us know that Jerusalem is also on Putin's acquisition list.   "Jerusalem will be a Russian city or it will not exist at all".   Meanwhile, the west wants to "negotiate" with this creature.”  https://twitter.com/JayinKyiv/status/1777051211654430842   Ukrainian Christian groups face violent crackdown from Russian forces https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/ukrainian-christian-groups-face-violent-crackdown-from-russian-forces   Congress must let Ukraine win, say Barbra Streisand, Sean Penn, Imagine Dragons, Timothy Snyder and other luminaries https://edition.cnn.com/2024/04/10/opinions/sean-penn-barbra-streisand-imgaine-dragons-congress-ukraine-snyder/index.html   These Evangelicals Are Cheering the Gaza War as the End of the World Thousands have died in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Some far-right Christian leaders believe the bloodshed portends the second coming of Christ https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/political-commentary/gaza-war-evangelical-leaders-cheer-end-world-1234884151/