Show Notes
As the West undergoes a ‘de-churching,’ some are starting to wonder about the unintended consequences of a society with fewer believers.
After all, some of history’s greatest humanitarians all had one thing in common: a Christian faith.
(00:00) - - Intro
(00:00) - Chapter 2
(04:32) - - The power of faith communities
(08:21) - - Faith and politics
(15:20) - - Navigating tragedy in a faith community
(18:11) - - The Charleston shooting
(24:35) - - Measuring the 'good life'
(32:14) - - The great de-churching
(40:06) - - The happiness 'miracle drug'
(43:06) - - Five Minute Jesus
(47:25) - - Why join the faith?
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