Podcasts about Social Gospel

The gospel message manifests differently across Christian traditions while maintaining its core truth about God's kingdom breaking into our world through Jesus Christ. Three main interpretations include the Evangelical Gospel focusing on personal salvation, the Prosperity Gospel linking faith with material success, and the Social Gospel emphasizing justice and societal transformation. The complete gospel encompasses God's identity, His actions, our identity through Him, and our response in daily living. This comprehensive understanding should shape both personal faith and community engagement.This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.Visit our websiteFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram

Just what is the gospel? Believe it or not, this word is one of the most misdefined and ravaged words in the history of Christianity…that very truth acknowledged so very early by the Apostle Paul himself in his letter to the Galatians! Is the gospel the top priority for Christians, especially American Christians? Join Kevin as he takes a frank tour through use and abuse of the word “gospel” then and now! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

"If the Social Gospel isn't Christian, then Jesus is going to Hell — and that's blasphemy."This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.In this powerful follow-up episode of Creation's Paths, Christopagan Druids Charlie and Brian confront the harmful rhetoric of Pastor Ralph Drollinger, a Capitol Hill Bible study leader influencing U.S. government officials. This reaction episode dives deep into Drollinger's “Four Tools of the Devil”, exposing its Islamophobic, anti-Semitic, and anti-social gospel remarks. The hosts passionately defend progressive Christianity, affirm the teachings of Jesus on justice and compassion, and challenge the weaponization of scripture by Christian nationalists.They break down complex theological topics like bibliology, scriptural inerrancy, hermeneutics, and the political roots of pseudo-Pauline texts, revealing how certain doctrines were crafted to uphold patriarchy, slavery, and authoritarianism. The episode ends with a poignant prayer for grace, justice, and liberation from spiritual darkness.If you're looking for bold, faith-rooted commentary against the rise of Christian nationalism and religious extremism, this is the episode for you.Thanks for reading! This post is public so feel free to share it.Thank you for Tips / Donations: * https://ko-fi.com/cedorsett * https://patreon.com/cedorsett * https://cash.app/$CreationsPaths* Substack: New to The Seraphic Grove learn more For Educational Resource: https://wisdomscry.com --- A Christopagan Manifesto--- Answer to the Call: A Dream of an Oak ChurchSocial Connections: * BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/creationspaths.com * Threads https://www.threads.net/@creationspaths * Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creationspaths/#Christopagan #CreationSpirituality #ChristianWitch #Paganism #Esoteric #Magic #Druidry #Mysticism #Spirituality #Occult #WitchCraft #Wicca #IrishPaganism #CelticPaganism #Magick #Polytheism #Enchantment Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview01:02 Meet the Hosts01:13 Pastor Ralph Drollinger's Controversial Remarks02:27 Islamophobia and Misunderstanding Religions04:46 Critique of Liberal Christianity08:48 Biblical Interpretation and Hypocrisy14:23 Political Ideologies and Scripture20:25 Debunking Misinterpretations22:19 Final Thoughts and Call to Action Get full access to Creation's Paths at www.creationspaths.com/subscribe

“WWJD?” It's a virtuous aim for Christians to behave like Jesus Christ. Feeding and clothing the poor, caring for the orphan and widow are the command of Scripture, and a righteous pursuit of any disciple of Jesus Christ. But what about other social injustices like economic equality or racial equity? Is it the aim of the Christian to fight against child labor or unjust wars, or advocate for environmental protections or public education? If so, in what way and in what context? What are the boundaries of Christian responsibility? Is our primary goal as Christians to pursue the establishment of a Christian ethic in our world? Or is it to preach the gospel in order to see souls saved? Today, provost of Living Faith Bible Institute, Brandon Briscoe, has invited Pastor Allen Shelby of Harvest Baptist Church, dean of the living Faith Bible Institute, to chat about the Social Gospel, a movement that has influenced the church for over 150 years now. Pastor Shelby expounds key Bible passages in the gospels pertaining to the aim of the Christian, showing from Christ's own words how the social gospel has led the church away from a scripturally faithful approach to ministry and world missions.Visit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmore

As we finish chapter 10 of The Divine Conspiracy, Daniel and Luke take on the second gospel of sin management, that of eliminating social evils. What does it mean to have this view of the gospel, and how does it affect what we think the end times will be like? With the help of Willard, Pageau, and Peterson, we attempt to answer this question. Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-belfast-podcast/id1472441982 Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1s3aaP3pUkQKBVXbsP8Y34?si=ca588a6165424c61 Instagram: @thebelfastpodcast Email: belfastpodcast@gmail.com The Belfast Podcast exists to help recapture the Christian imagination. Luke and Daniel see the trend of modernism doing no favors for a vibrant view of scripture. Our goal is to widen the field of vision for modern people reading the Bible as we grapple with its ancient context, literary beauty, and symbolic underpinnings. You may have been taught to read texts with an eye for their literary and symbolic structures in English courses in high school and/or college, but rarely is this taught to seminary students or lay Christians alike when it comes to the Bible. We want to keep this eye for symbolism, repetition, and structure as we investigate the Biblical canon, linking it to modern and old examples that are extemporaneous yet connected to aid in giving the broader field of vision mentioned earlier. Come along with us on our journey to reread your bible for the first time. We hope that through the words of those who have come before us, we can give Western Christianity its imagination back.

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 - 10:27)‘It's Camp. It's Carnal. It's Macabre. It's Silly.': The Current Celebration of Halloween Has Much to Tell Us About the Moral Trajectory of Our CultureThe Music Industry Is Hoping Halloween Can Be the New Christmas by The New York Times (Marc Hogan)Part II (10:27 - 17:08)How Can I Honor God with My Feelings When I'm Not Allowed to Date Yet? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter from a 16-Year-Old Listener of The BriefingPart III (17:08 - 20:00)How Can We Keep Christ at the Center of Our Wedding in Every Way? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters from Listeners of The BriefingPart IV (20:00 - 22:10)Do You Get the Ordo Salutis Wrong in Your New Book? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters from Listeners of The BriefingRecapturing the Glory of Christmas by B&H Publishing (R. Albert Mohler, Jr.)Part V (22:10 - 23:41)What's the Difference Between the Social Gospel and Liberation Theology? — Dr. Mohler Responds to Letters from Listeners of The BriefingPart VI (23:41 - 27:21)Why Didn't God Make Us So That We Know Everything When We're Born? — Dr. Mohler Responds to a Letter from a 10-Year-Old Listener of The BriefingSign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

Host Doug Stuart sits down with Miranda Zapor Cruz, a distinguished Professor of Historical Theology at Indiana Wesleyan University, to explore the intricate relationship between faith and politics. Miranda's new book, Faithful Politics: 10 Approaches to Christian Citizenship and Why It Matters, lays the groundwork for a comprehensive discussion on how Christians can navigate their dual citizenship—as citizens of the Kingdom of God and participants in earthly political systems.Miranda articulates the historical and theological roots of various Christian political approaches, from the Social Gospel's left-leaning ambitions to Calvinist dominionist principles. The conversation also touches on the nuanced concepts of principled pluralism, separationist approaches, and the implications of defining Christian nationalism too broadly.Listeners will gain insightful perspectives on how different Christian traditions engage with political responsibilities—whether through fervent societal transformation or steadfast separation. Miranda also brings a global lens to the discussion, comparing American Christians' relative ease of practice with the severe challenges faced by believers in oppressive regimes.Join us for an engaging episode that not only critiques contemporary political discourse but also provides a pathway for Christians to think critically and faithfully about their political involvement. Don't miss Miranda's thoughtful reflections on the importance of scripture's holistic narrative for guiding political engagement and the nuanced definitions of freedom in the Kingdom of God versus the United States.Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com ★ Support this podcast ★

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Partner with us by donating at: www.trucepodcast.com/donate Something had to be done. The Great Depression meant the loss of a vast number of jobs and left families waiting on bread lines. Economists like John Meynard Keynes puzzled over what to do. President Hoover took a laissez-faire approach to the catastrophe, only to have matters get worse. Then Franklin D. Roosevelt came into office and his administration kicked The New Deal into gear. It was a program that offered diverse aid to citizens from protections for money in banks to homeowner assistance. Many Christian leaders came to hate the New Deal, especially libertarians. Their opposition to the New Deal as creeping socialism sparked the National Prayer Breakfast, some of Billy Graham's speeches, and the bonding of capitalism to Christianity and the US. So we should probably know what the New Deal was! Our guest on this episode is Justin Rosolino. He's a high school history teacher and the author of the book "Idiot Sojourning Soul". You can find pictures of Chris' 50-mile New Deal Bike Tour on the website at www.trucepodcast.com. Helpful Links: FDR's Inauguration Speech on C-SPAN Interesting YouTube video about the causes of the Great Depression Topics Discussed: What was the Social Gospel? Who was Franklin Roosevelt? What was the New Deal? The Civilian Conservation Corp The Works Progress Administration Jenny Lake - Grand Teton National Park Unemployment Discussion Questions: Why do some people dislike the New Deal? Which of the programs most impacts you? What do you think of the New Deal? Was it a form of socialism? Do you think there will ever be another New Deal in the US? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us for Pride Weekend Worship! During the sermon time on Sunday, some of our trans congregants will share their personal experiences and other important information. Taking time to understand those whose life experiences differ from ours is a critical part of what Jesus meant when he said, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Let's practice our faith by opening our hearts to listen deeply and learn a lot!

In this episode of Tiny Pulpit Talks, Revs. Daniel, Beth, and T. J. discuss the opening of the Truth Pregnancy Resource Center, whose mission is to provide fact-based care and counseling to pregnant persons in the Dallas, TX area in need of accessible prenatal care, safe and legal abortion, or inclusive and equitable adoption services. They also discuss other ways the church is making a difference, locally and globally. View the Dallas Morning New story here: View the KERA story here: Tiny Pulpit Talks is a podcast series from First Unitarian Church of Dallas that takes a behind-the-scenes look at ministry from a Unitarian Universalist perspective. This is a rare opportunity to see what goes into crafting meaningful and inspirational sermons and how worship comes together each Sunday. Subscribe to get updates about new episodes here on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

Mary anoints Jesus' feet and Judas rebukes her for it. Why does Jesus take Mary's side?

This episode of The UpWords Podcast brings insightful perspectives on faith, society, and history to light. In today's episode, host Dan Hummel engages in a thoughtful conversation with distinguished professor Janine Giordano Drake, Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of History at Indiana University.We dive deep into the roots of American Christianity's engagement with social and labor issues. Janine brings her expertise in US labor, working-class history, and American religious history to explore the complex interplay between faith and the fight for social justice in the early 20th century.We'll uncover the surprising cohesion between Roman Catholics, the social gospel movement, and Protestants as they navigated the intersections of Christianity with capitalism, advocating for unions, fair wages, and the end of child labor. Our journey includes a look into the past with the socialist ideals thriving in working-class churches, challenging the mainstream Protestant denominates, and shifting the landscape of labor movements.Our discussion takes a turn towards the impact of such dynamics during the tumultuous era of World War I and the Great Steel Strike of 1919, drawing parallels that resonate with social movements a century later. As we peel back the layers of history, Janine not only educates us on the conservative stance of the social gospel compared to the grassroots movements of the time but also reflects on the contemporary Christian community's engagement with similar debates.So, whether you're a history buff, a seeker of spiritual depth, or someone interested in the social threads that knit our society together, this episode promises insights and revelations. We explore the tangible effects of historical conflicts on today's faith and labor conversations and consider whether we can still see the imprint of these early 20th-century struggles in our present day.Join us as we journey through time with Janine Giordano Drake, unraveling the story of how the social gospel moved beyond church walls and into the world of labor and social reform. Check out Janine Giordano Drake's book, The Gospel of Church: How Mainline Protestants Vilified Christian Socialism and Fractured the Labor Movement = https://global.oup.com/academic/product/the-gospel-of-church-9780197614303?cc=us&lang=en&

Welcome to the Rise of the Expert. This is the fourth episode out of ten to be released over the next month and a half.Over the next several weeks we are going to explain, in ways seldom if ever previously discussed in mainstream or independent media, the origins of nothing less than our modern day social contract and the incessant rise of the expert as an ever present institution.Huge thanks to Duane Hayes and his dedication to uncovering the truth.http://www.bulletproofpub.comThanks for tuning in!JOIN THE TELEGRAM:https://t.me/bocksagaenglishSUPPORT THE DEEP SHARE &SEND ME TO HEL!!!:https://thedeepshare.wordpress.com/donate/https://app.redcircle.com/shows/df9fe83b-678c-4a21-8aad-ce78e59c75f2/donationsTHE DEEP STORE:https://my-store-e8a854.creator-spring.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/thedeepsharepodcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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EP 132 | Is Timothy Keller's Theology Safe? w/ Dr. Peter Naylor | Redeeming Truth   Peter Naylor takes on famous pastor/author Tim Keller's view that Scripture mandates churches pursue BOTH gospel ministry AND social change.   While individual Christians should love neighbors and "do justice", Naylor finds no New Testament pattern of churches mobilizing to remedy political issues.   This podcast warns that the trendy "social justice gospel" risks watering down the faith, draining resources from the Great Commission.  

The God Who Disappoints Everyone. - What's up with the resurgence of the Social Gospel in America? Article HERE - A gospel Grammy Nominee won't stop singing on a plane, because maybe the Lord wants her to? How does this correlate to Christian Nationism? What is, what Tim calls, a sense of 'Divine Entitlement?' - Lament. Disappointment. Wisdom. Everything is Meaningless. How have people throughout history dealt with a God who disappoints? How does John the Baptist play into this? As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about the ⁠Voxology Podcast⁠: www.voxologypodcast.com Subscribe on ⁠iTunes⁠ or ⁠Spotify⁠ Support the Voxology Podcast on ⁠Patreon⁠ The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: ⁠Voxology Radio⁠ Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by ⁠Timothy John Stafford⁠ Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy

 Striking auto union workers are quoting the Bible, progressive politicians are citing Jesus, and religious language is returning to more liberal causes. While everyone is focused on the rise of Christian nationalism on the political right, have we been ignoring a resurgence of the social gospel on the political left? Then, Drew Dyck is back to discuss his new book, “Just Show Up.” He says the evangelical culture's focus on changing the world for God warps our vision of a faithful life, and he argues there is deep significance in committing to simple, unspectacular callings. Plus, Phil coins a term that makes it into the Washington Post. And, an alcohol company has appointed a robot as its CEO. What could possibly go wrong?   Holy Post Plus:  Bonus Interview with Drew Dyck https://www.patreon.com/posts/92890085   0:00 - Intro   1:28 - Show starts   2:56 - Theme Song   3:18 - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling   4:27 - Kaitlyn's Other Podcast   7:27 - Christian Nashvillism   19:32 - AI CEO 26:42 - Modern Day Social Gospel   49:48 - Sponsor - Blueland   Take advantage of their best sale of the year for up to 30 percent off your entire order, go to www.blueland.com/holypost   50:56 - Sponsor - AG1 To get your FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to athleticgreens.com/HOLYPOST   52:30 - Interview Intro Drew Dyck   55:22 - The problem of trying to do great things for God   1:07:52 - Finding Your Identity   1:21:52 - Living a quiet faithful life   1:25:23 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   There's another Christian movement that's changing our politics. It has nothing to do with whiteness or nationalism https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/13/us/social-gospel-movement-uaw-strike-blake-cec/index.html   Why a bucolic Tennessee suburb is a hotbed of ‘Christian Nashville-ism' https://www.washingtonpost.com/religion/2023/11/08/nashville-suburbs-christian-nationalism/ Polish alc-bev firm Dictador hires AI CEO to lead its ops https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/hello-mika-polish-alc-bev-firm-dictador-hires-ai-ceo-to-lead-its-ops-robot-says-she-has-no-weekends/articleshow/105063641.cms Other resources:   Just Show Up: How Small Acts of Faithfulness Change Everything (A Guide for Exhausted Christians) https://amzn.to/3QZgdGA Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.  

The Washington Post is reporting on thousands of teen boys caught up in extortion scams, and Brian and Aubrey recall their conversation with Kori Hockett from the other day on social media use among teens. Then, a lot of people are convinced Jesus is coming back, Aubrey reflects on the Amplify conference that happened yesterday at Wheaton College, and what ChatGPT has to say about fall.  Follow The Common Good on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith ConradSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Sunday is World Missions Day at LifeJourney! During the sermon, you'll hear exciting information about how our church is having a big impact both globally and locally. After both worship services, the Social Hall will be full of displays, information booths, arts and crafts for the children, and samplings of international foods. The Bible tells us that “Jesus went about doing good and healing all.” Acts 10:38. On Sunday we'll celebrate the joy of partnering with Jesus in “doing good” – as we seek to help the poor, heal the brokenhearted, and fight injustice! Luke 4:18-19. Don't miss this special day!

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With the rise in popularity, Oliver Anthony struck a chord with the American people. His hit song #richmennorthofrichmond went viral, and for good reason. The song tells a story of what many Americans are dealing with and facing on a daily basis. However, there are conservative Christians who have pushed back on the liberal social gospel and condemned the social gospel, yet are now uplifting a "conservative" social gospel. Fair warning, you may disagree with me, and that is ok. #oliveranthony #liberal #conservative https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlF7YlYcNPA&t=1s

With the rise in popularity, Oliver Anthony struck a chord with the American people. His hit song #richmennorthofrichmond went viral, and for good reason. The song tells a story of what many Americans are dealing with and facing on a daily basis. However, there are conservative Christians who have pushed back on the liberal social gospel and condemned the social gospel, yet are now uplifting a "conservative" social gospel. Fair warning, you may disagree with me, and that is ok. #oliveranthony #liberal #conservative https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlF7YlYcNPA&t=1s

“The Jesus I am talking about (that I have faith in) is for racial justice, reproductive justice, sexual justice, environmental justice, political justice, social justice, civil justice, criminal justice, cultural justice, and economic justice for all. These are His values: "Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life, and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as sex, race, sexual orientation, national origin, color, age, political affiliation, ethnicity, social class, religion, secularity, and disability;[1][2][3] and individual rights such as privacy and the freedom of thought, speech, religion, press, assembly, secularity, and movement. Political rights include natural justice (procedural fairness) in law, such as the rights of the accused, including the right to a fair trial; due process; the right to seek redress or a legal remedy; and rights of participation in civil society and politics such as freedom of association, the right to assemble, the right to petition, the right of self-defense, and the right to vote. I interpret all verses of all religious texts through the lens of human rights, equal rights, environmentalism, gray areas, intellectual virtues, proof, and truth. He lived in poverty and homelessness. He is a survivor of organized crime. I love The Social Gospel and non-denominational liberation theology. I also love religious progressivism and religious liberalism. Savior is about the preservation of inner beauty, not about Christianizing gloom and doom. I don't see Jesus as my cult leader nor am I his cult follower. The imageries of Jesus that I invented in my own psyche are cathartic to me. By the way, he did laugh, joke, was playful, and smile sometimes. He wasn't somber and serious all of the time.” -Antonio Myers --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antonio-myers4/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antonio-myers4/support

Welcome back for another episode of T&J! This week we follow up on some of the thoughts and comments that came from last week's episode on the Kingdom of God and the Social Gospel. Marty opens up about being a people pleaser and how this causes struggles, which leads to a discussion on understanding scripture and questioning beliefs. We discuss developing anchors that ground beliefs and question when to openly question doctrine in order to better understand belief systems. We hope you enjoy this honest and transparent discussion on asking questions and seeking truth.

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Hopeful: feeling or inspiring optimism about a future event Eschatology: the part of theology concerned with death, judgment, and the final destiny of the soul and of humankind Let's dive into understanding the brightness of our future under the reign of King Jesus! In this episode I will be presenting a brief overview of four main eschatological frameworks: 1. Historicism- This is the idea that the book of Revelation describes events unfolding on a historical timeline between the establishment of the church and the end of the world.  This was the belief held by the majority of the Protestant Reformers: Martin Luther, John Calvin and John Knox just to name a few.  Since current events are always changing, the historicists' timeline also requires frequent updating.  Historicist Charles Wesley predicted the end of the world in 1794.  Later, his brother John Wesley adopted a new chronology that the millennial reign of Jesus would begin in 1836, after which then the devil would be unleashed for 1,000 years and then Christ's final return would happen.  Many other (respectable) historicists have offered dates for the end of the world.  To list them might appear as ridicule (since they are in the past), but that is not my intent.  The historicist view is held by the Seventh Day Adventist denomination. 2. Futurism- This is the mainstream view of modern evangelicalism (think Left Behind).  This view interprets the book of Revelation as future events in a literal, global context.  In his 1585 commentary on Revelation, the Jesuit priest Francisco Ribera proposed the futurist view (in no small part to combat assertions by the Protestant Reformers that the Pope was the anti-Christ).  Ribera proposed concept of the Antichrist as a single individual who would appear in the future and (among other things) rebuild the temple in Jerusalem.  John Nelson Darby (founder of the “Exclusive Brethren”) popularized this view (along with dispensationalism) in the 1800s when his teachings were included in the Scofield Reference Bible which became very influential among American ministers.  If you grew up in an evangelical denomination or watched any Christian television this is probably the view you've heard with three main variations: pre-tribulation rapture, mid-tribulation rapture and post-tribulation rapture. 3. Preterism- This eschatological view interprets some or all prophecies of the Bible as events which have already happened.  This view was first systematically put forth by Jesuit Luis de Alcasar in 1614 (also in part as a response to the Protestant Reformers).  There are two camps: partial and full.  Partial preterists believe that the prophecies in Daniel, Matthew 24, and Revelation (with the exception of the last two or three chapters) have already been fulfilled in the first century AD.  Full preterists (of which there aren't many) believe all Bible prophecy has been fulfilled.  (Full preterism is considered beyond the scope of orthodoxy by partial preterists.)  Some high profile preterists would include R.C. Sproul, N.T. Wright, Hank Hanegraaf and Kenneth Gentry.  The preterist view is held by the Presbyterian denomination.  4. Idealism- This is a nonliteral or allegorical approach that suggest all the imagery of Revelation is symbolic.  It is supposed Renaissance theologians initially offered this framework as an explanation for the “now and not yet” tension of the present state of the Kingdom of God.  This view has been adopted by some advocates of the “Social Gospel” as they see “the Beast” manifest in earthly injustices that the saints in the Kingdom of God must overcome.  This view does not take the prophecies as being fulfilled in a literal sense either historically or in the future (except among some adherents as to regard to the Second Coming and Final Judgement), but it is an allegory of good vs evil for all Christians in all eras. All of these views are within the scope of “orthodoxy” and affirm essential, core tenants of Christianity: the physical return of Jesus to the earth, the resurrection of the dead, final judgement and His eternal reign.  However, they disagree over what certain Scriptures mean and the details of these realities.  My goal in studying eschatology is not to indoctrinate others on a certain system of interpretation or make them agree with me, but to help us appreciate several orthodox views that exist within the Body of Christ and to consider with the guidance of the Holy Spirit you believe.  You are powerful to choose your own view! At the end of the day, the study of end times can bring us all to one conclusion: Jesus is coming again and when He returns we want to be ready.   My intention is to lay out some big theological ideas (eschatology, the end of the world, the Kingdom of God) and then discuss some practical applications: i.e., “So what?”  In this episode we do a very "high altitude" overviews of these four views as we prepare to dive into the book of Revelation.

On this episode, I present to you my discussion with Jon Harris from The Conversations That Matter YT Channel, where we discuss the Social Gospel and the  infiltration of Social Justice ideology in the church today. Jon Harris is the author of Christianity and Social Justice and Social Justice Goes to Church, both which were incredibly informative on the Social Gospel and Social Justice. I've been a subscriber to his channel for awhile and it's been a great resource in helping me identify how both are entering the evangelical church today. So I wanted to bring him into TE to look more at what the Social Gospel is, where it stems from, and how it connects Social Justice. If you want to dive into this issue as well, I suggest you pick up his book and check out his channel.  It was such an honor to meet Jon Harris and discuss this topic. May it bless you and glorify God! Conversations That Matter YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ConversationsThatMatterpodcast Social Justice Goes to Church: https://www.amazon.com/Social-Justice-Goes-Church-Evangelicalism-ebook/dp/B08J7NFRBF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=EFMF9HMMK1RW&keywords=social+justice+goes+to+church&qid=1687037380&sprefix=social+justice+goes+to+church%2Caps%2C90&sr=8-1 Christianity and Social Justice Christianity and Social Justice: Religions in Conflict - Kindle edition by Harris, Jon. Religion & Spirituality Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.   Other Resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Striving for Eternity⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Podcast Community⁠ For the transcript go to ⁠ttew.org⁠

Thoroughly Equipped Season 2 Episode 28 Is justice a Gospel issue? Justice is an important issue that is at the foundation of the Gospel. It has been a highly charged topic in our society today. God is just therefore justice should be important to the Christian. But to exercise justice it must be rightly defined, depend on who God is, and should be guided by God's word. We can claim God is just but we must first ask what does it mean to be "just". Does IF:Equip's women's discipleship study Arise: A Study on God's Heart for Justice lay a solid foundation that will produce true justice? Let's dive in and look at what IF:Equip's Arise teaches about justice. Topics include: Why is justice important according to IF:Arise? What is justice and what does it have to do with righteousness? The image of God a good place to start with when we want to study justice? Is justice a Gospel work? Does IF:Arise sow Social Gospel seeds? Justice and God's Law Resources: IF: Arise Trailer: ⁠https://www.ifgathering.com/ifequip/studies/arise/⁠ Virgil Walker: Biblical Reconciliation- ⁠https://kootenaichurch.org/special-sermons/biblical-reconciliation/⁠ Truth Be Known Podcast: God's Justice & Righteousness- ⁠https://podcasts.strivingforeternity.org/programs/truth-be-known/ep-40-gods-justice-righteousness/⁠ GraceLife Church of Edmonton- ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvJvMCDM_GA&list=PLX-DaW9ACiPN0oyn-OuPAfIvoBqNjZgg2&index=8⁠ Other Resources: ⁠⁠⁠Striving for Eternity⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Christian Podcast Community⁠

Chris Graham returns to the podcast to talk about his new (and first) book, Faith, Race, and the Lost Cause: Confessions of a Southern Church. His book looks at the history of St. Paul's in Richmond. The church became famous for being where two prominent Confederates--Robert E. Lee and Jefferson Davis--worshipped during the Civil War. In the latter years of the 19th century, the church became a centerpiece of the Lost Cause in Richmond.  Before the civil rights movement swept the South in the post-WWII era, St. Paul's was a conservative place that believed--as did most of the South--in paternalism and the wisdom of Jim Crow society. Even more progressive movements, like the Social Gospel of the 1920s, failed to make a dent in the church's racial attitudes. By the late-60s, though, Richmond's politics and racial demographics had changed significantly. St. Paul's finally began to break down barriers between the races, though the struggle continues to this day. Dr. Graham's book is a result of the church reckoning with its past, and Faith, Race, and the Lost Cause is a timely book that addresses issues made only more important in the wake of the Black Lives Matter and the removal of Civil War monuments in Richmond.  

In this part of our Lets Talk Eschatology sereis, Pastor Toby Sumpter of King's Cross Church, The Cross Politic Show and Podcast, and Having Two Legs on Youtube discusses various topics including Postmillennialism, Revival, and Victory Through Suffering.Watch all of our videos and subscribe to our channel for the latest content >HereHereHereHERE

“The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act is a United States federal law that provides for extended criminal penalties and a civil cause of action for acts performed as part of an ongoing criminal organization.” “Under the law, the meaning of racketeering activity is set out at 18 U.S.C. § 1961. As currently amended it includes: Any violation of state statutes against gambling, murder, kidnapping, extortion, arson, robbery, bribery, dealing in obscene matter, or dealing in a controlled substance or listed chemical (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act); Any act of bribery, counterfeiting, theft, embezzlement, fraud, dealing in obscene matter, obstruction of justice, slavery, racketeering, gambling, money laundering, commission of murder-for-hire, and many other offenses covered under the Federal criminal code (Title 18); Embezzlement of union funds; Bankruptcy fraud or securities fraud; Drug trafficking; long-term and elaborate drug networks can also be prosecuted using the Continuing Criminal Enterprise Statute; Criminal copyright infringement; Money laundering and related offenses; Bringing in, aiding or assisting aliens in illegally entering the country (if the action was for financial gain); Acts of terrorism.” Religion had me existing painfully in the black and white thinking and secularity has me living joyfully in life's gray areas. I love https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liberation_theology and https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_Gospel. Mexican drug cartels thought that I was a black Mexican due to my first name and The Italian Mafia thought that I was a black Italian due to my first name. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antonio-myers4/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antonio-myers4/support

In a past series of messages under the title of “Lucifer's Illusive Gospel,” I addressed the counterfeiting of the true Gospel of Jesus Christ through such false teachings as the Social Gospel, Hyper-Grace theology, Universalism, and the replacement of man's desperate need of the Blood Atonement Sacrifice of our glorious Savior, with the “Golden Rule” – meaning that man can do enough good works on his own to merit the reward of Heaven.As another indication of this evidenced apostasy, we are going to address the sorrowful reality that the majority of what is known as the Church of Jesus Christ no longer longs for His Coming, and in fact to a great extent doesn't expect Him to return at all – or at least not for a very long time – and not in the way His Word strongly confirms He will.As we look to the Holy Spirit, and His correct and inerrant interpretation of God's Word, we will find that the hope for a Rapture of the Lord's True Church is a valid one and that there truly is a great probability that we will be the generation to witness it's gloriously promised fulfillment.Support the showVisit our website: https://agapelightministries.com/

Taking it to The Street: The Power and Purpose of the Rescue Mission. We are joined by John Ashmen (President, CityGate Network). Topics discussed include: The History of the Rescue Mission and Its Place in Revivals. Purpose and Desired Outcomes. Challenges and Potential Drift Towards a Social Gospel. How to Get Involved.

Could we really be experiencing our own “Groundhog Day” in the church and in our current culture? Join host Karin Peter along with Apostle (and Historian) Lach Mackay and Theologian Tony Chvala-Smith as they explore the intersection of history and theology during the Presidency of Fred M. Smith. Hear how Fred M., grandson of Joseph Smith, Jr., served as “prophet of the one true church,” while being influenced by contemporary Protestant theology of the social gospel type.   Sources used for background on Fred M. Smith: Paul Edwards, Our Legacy of Faith Richard Howard, The Church Through the Years Mark Scherer, Journey of a People, Vol 2.  Works by Walter Rauschenbusch (referenced by Tony Chvala-Smith): Christianity and the Social Crisis, 1907. Christianizing the Social Order, 1912. Theology for the Social Gospel, 1917.  Other Project Zion Podcasts related to this episode: Episode 316: Historic Sites Foundation Summer Lecture Series | Andrew Bolton Episode 333: Historic Sties Foundation Summer Lecture Series | Barb Walden Download TranscriptThanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

Have you ever forgotten what you were just doing? A daily devotional through the Gospel of John with author and speaker Vince Miller.

The late Russian Empire experienced rapid economic change, social dislocation, and multiple humanitarian crises, enduring two wars, two famines, and three revolutions. A "pastoral activism" took hold as parish clergymen led and organized the response of Russia's Orthodox Christians to these traumatic events. In Russia's Social Gospel: The Orthodox Pastoral Movement in Famine, War, and Revolution (U Wisconsin Press, 2022), Daniel Scarborough considers the roles played by pastors in the closing decades of the failing tsarist empire and the explosive 1917 revolutions. Roland Clark is a Reader in Modern European History at the University of Liverpool, a Senior Fellow with the Centre for Analysis of the Radical Right, and the Principal Investigator of an AHRC-funded project on European Fascist Movements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

It may not have been said by Albert Einstein, but it's true. “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.”  I think about this every time I read another article about “why young people are leaving the Church.” So many of these articles are written by progressives or ex-evangelicals proclaiming that churches must adopt liberal theology, LGBT ideology, and focus on social justice rather than sin and salvation if they hope to survive. But churches and denominations have already tried this for years, and the ones who have are overwhelmingly old, white, and dying. The churches losing members at a dizzying rate still are the ones that have ordained gay clergy and are preaching a social gospel. On the other hand, their conservative counterparts are growing still.   Look, young people don't need another institution to make them feel good. They need one that will tell them the truth about sin, and the Savior who calls them to be transformed in the world, not conformed to it.  (Republished from 8.29.17) 

Were you an evangelical kid in the 1970s, 80s, or 90s? Then you may be suffering from the lingering affects of “rapture anxiety.” Why did rapture theology feature so prominently in the American church, where did it come from, and why does it seem so bizarre to Christians today? Then, Russell Moore has a new article on the heresy of Christian Nationalism accusing it of doing to conservatives what the Social Gospel did to progressives a century ago. Skye then talks to Silicon Valley pastor, Jay Y. Kim, about his book “Analog Christian: Cultivating Contentment, Resilience, and Wisdom in the Digital Age.” Kim says social media is designed to produce the opposite of the Fruit of the Spirit in us, and argues we need to “linger longer” in non-digital, incarnate spaces and relationships to combat its affects. Plus, don't take a raccoon into a bar, and one tough Turkish toddler. Bonus Patreon Interview with Jay Y. Kim - https://www.patreon.com/posts/72887200 News Segment 00:00 - Intro 2:08- Animal news 9:39 - Rapture anxiety 25:08 - Russell Moore on Christian nationalism Interview with Jay Y. Kim “Analog Christian: Cultivating Contentment, Resilience, and Wisdom in the Digital Age” - https://amzn.to/3e3vaXk 39:51 - Interview intro 43:04 - Technology and cigarette analogy 46:41 - Spiritual formation in Silicon Valley 51:18 - Are mediums really neutral? 56:20 - Love vs. self-centric despair 1:06:04 - Lingering longer Links from news segment: “Woman who brought raccoon to North Dakota bar is charged” (ABC News) - https://abcnews.go.com/Weird/wireStory/woman-brought-raccoon-north-dakota-bar-charged-90326390 “Toddler Bites Snake to Death after It Sunk Its Fangs into Her Lip” (Newsweek) - https://www.newsweek.com/toddler-snake-bite-kills-snake-1733553 “For some Christians, ‘rapture anxiety' can take a lifetime to heal” (CNN) - https://www.cnn.com/2022/09/27/us/rapture-anxiety-evangelical-exvangelical-christianity-cec/index.html “Christian Nationalism Cannot Save the World” by Russell Moore (Moore to the Point newsletter) - https://christianitytoday.activehosted.com/index.php?action=social&chash=0224cd598e48c5041c7947fd5cb20d53.10884&s=c0745eb8366dc94946b6b980d936ad22 Resources from interview: “Why the Past 10 Years of American Life Have Been Uniquely Stupid” by Jonathan Haidt (The Atlantic) - https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2022/05/social-media-democracy-trust-babel/629369/ “When Church Became Theatre: The Transformation of Evangelical Architecture and Worship in Nineteenth-Century America” by Jeanne Halgren Kilde - https://amzn.to/3Rzr9Yn “Analog Church: Why We Need Real People, Places, and Things in the Digital Age” by Jay Y. Kim - https://amzn.to/3SAqHu9 Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

On one side there is the ditch of the “Social-Gospel.” However, Christians must avoid the temptation of overcompensating and crashing into the other ditch of “Pietism.”

Now that we've read In His Steps together and discussed it, let's talk about another work of fiction. Looking Backward was written by Edward Bellamy. That name may sound familiar! We talked about his cousin Frances Bellamy in the episode about the Pledge of Allegiance. Frances was a Christian socialist. Edward wrote his famous book looking forward to the year 2000. He predicted that the United States would be a socialist paradise. People would work hard, retire early, and equality would reign. None of that came true. We're talking about it today in order to understand the zeitgeist in the late 1800s. This book sold over half a million copies in its first few years of publication. It is now over a million copies. That doesn't happen without stirring something in society. As we'll see, socialism was tied to the Social Gospel. The opposition to the Social Gospel is what would go on to create the Christian fundamentalist movement. Helpful Links: What's the Difference Between Communism and Socialism? - Episode of Truce from season 3 A helpful New York Times article about Looking Backward Discussion Questions: How have fictional books you've read impacted your worldview? What do you think about Bellamy's predictions? How does the fear of socialism and communism impact evangelicalism? What real threats were facing evangelicalism in the 1800s? How about now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is part 3 of an audiobook presented on Truce. Please start at part 1! Become a patron of the show to keep more content like this coming your way! In His Steps by Charles Sheldon is a classic of Christian fiction. It is also one of the top-selling Christian books of all time. We've been running through the history of Christian fundamentalism this season. It's worth noting that fundamentalism was a reaction to liberal theology, especially modernism. Another form of liberal theology was the "Social Gospel". It was a movement led by people like Walter Rauschenbusch that emphasized the socially conscious aspects of Christianity, while simultaneously downplaying evangelism. Christian fundamentalists did not like the Social Gospel. For one thing, it had a positive view of human progress. It said that the world could get better and better and then Jesus would return. Christian fundamentalists generally think that world history trends downward. I'm presenting this original audio recording for many reasons. I think this book offers a great window into the era in which it was created (the late 1800s). It also represents the Social Gospel and a slice of the Holiness movement quite well. Finally, I think we need to hear this story in our modern context. Modern Christian churches are divided. What would happen if we dared to ask "What Would Jesus Do?" Things to track as you listen: The role of women in this society Wealthy attitudes toward the poor The genesis of financial woes in this book is sometimes economic crisis (the late 1800s was full of panics and recessions) and sometimes sin based The Holiness movement and those who object to it Is this book evangelistic? If so, how is the gospel presented? If not, what does this book leave out? The overall positive view of human progress Social movements like the pure foods movement, temperance, suffrage, anti-gambling In His Steps resides in the public domain, but this recording is copyrighted in 2022 by Truce Media LLC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is the second part of the series. Please start with part 1. In His Steps by Charles Sheldon is a classic of Christian fiction. It is also one of the top-selling Christian books of all time. We've been running through the history of Christian fundamentalism this season. It's worth noting that fundamentalism was a reaction to liberal theology, especially modernism. Another form of liberal theology was the "Social Gospel". It was a movement led by people like Walter Rauschenbusch that emphasized the socially conscious aspects of Christianity, while simultaneously downplaying evangelism. Christian fundamentalists did not like the Social Gospel. For one thing, it had a positive view of human progress. It said that the world could get better and better and then Jesus would return. Christian fundamentalists generally think that world history trends downward. I'm presenting this original audio recording for many reasons. I think this book offers a great window into the era in which it was created (the late 1800s). It also represents the Social Gospel and a slice of the Holiness movement quite well. Finally, I think we need to hear this story in our modern context. Modern Christian churches are divided. What would happen if we dared to ask "What Would Jesus Do?" Things to track as you listen: The role of women in this society Wealthy attitudes toward the poor The genesis of financial woes in this book is sometimes economic crisis (the late 1800s was full of panics and recessions) and sometimes sin based The Holiness movement and those who object to it Is this book evangelistic? If so, how is the gospel presented? If not, what does this book leave out? The overall positive view of human progress Social movements like the pure foods movement, temperance, suffrage, anti-gambling In His Steps resides in the public domain, but this recording is copyrighted in 2022 by Truce Media LLC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In His Steps by Charles Sheldon is a classic of Christian fiction. It is also one of the top-selling Christian books of all time. We've been running through the history of Christian fundamentalism this season. It's worth noting that fundamentalism was a reaction to liberal theology, especially modernism. Another form of liberal theology was the "Social Gospel". It was a movement led by people like Walter Rauschenbusch that emphasized the socially conscious aspects of Christianity, while simultaneously downplaying evangelism. Christian fundamentalists did not like the Social Gospel. For one thing, it had a positive view of human progress. It said that the world could get better and better and then Jesus would return. Christian fundamentalists generally think that world history trends downward. I'm presenting this original audio recording for many reasons. I think this book offers a great window into the era in which it was created (the late 1800s). It also represents the Social Gospel and a slice of the Holiness movement quite well. Finally, I think we need to hear this story in our modern context. Modern Christian churches are divided. What would happen if we dared to ask "What Would Jesus Do?" Things to track as you listen: The role of women in this society Wealthy attitudes toward the poor The genesis of financial woes in this book is sometimes economic crisis (the late 1800s was full of panics and recessions) and sometimes sin based The Holiness movement and those who object to it Is this book evangelistic? If so, how is the gospel presented? If not, what does this book leave out? The overall positive view of human progress Social movements like the pure foods movement, temperance, suffrage, anti-gambling In His Steps resides in the public domain, but this recording is copyrighted in 2022 by Truce Media LLC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices