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ep91 - Understanding Evangelicalism Today with Gavin Calver and Phil Knox
Christian Book Blurb
36 minutes
2 months ago
ep91 - Understanding Evangelicalism Today with Gavin Calver and Phil Knox
In this episode of the Christian Book Blurb, host Matt McChlery engages with authors Gavin Calver and Phil Knox about their book 'Good News People.' They explore the essence of evangelicalism, the meaning of the good news, and the importance of unity and diversity within the church. The conversation delves into the role of the Evangelical Alliance, the experiences of different churches, and how to navigate disagreements. They also discuss five key postures of faith that are crucial for living in today's cultural moment and share messages of hope for the church.
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Takeaways
To be an evangelical means to believe in the Bible as the inspired word of God.
The good news is an announcement, a story, and a person—Jesus.
Unity within the church is essential for making Jesus known.
Friendship is a powerful antidote to division in the church.
The church is experiencing a moment of growth and openness.
We need to hold the tension between substance and style in our faith.
The Evangelical Alliance aims to equip and inspire the church.
Diversity in the church reflects the love of Jesus across cultures.
We must prioritize our theological convictions while being kind and brave.
The book 'Good News People' is designed for communal exploration and discussion.
Sound Bites
"The good news is an announcement.""We need to prioritize friendship.""We need to step into the season God is doing."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Good News People01:07 Defining Evangelicalism04:08 Understanding the Good News07:16 Unity and Diversity in Evangelicalism09:20 The Role of the Evangelical Alliance11:07 Experiences Across Different Churches15:17 Navigating Disagreements18:41 Five Postures of Faith20:48 Messages for the Church22:05 Getting to Know the Authors27:35 The Holy Spirit's Work in Their Lives29:54 Future Projects and Resources
Christian Book Blurb
Encouraging you in your discipleship one book at a time as we chat with some amazing Christian authors about their books, their lives, and their faith on this twice-monthly podcast.
