232. TNE TALKS: The False White Gospel // Jim Wallis

Summary

Jim Wallis is author of several books that discuss the rise of white Christian nationalism and its threat to democracy. He calls for a remnant church that stands against Christian nationalism and works towards justice and equality. 

Takeaways

White Christian nationalism is a political takeover of evangelicalism that poses a threat to democracy.

Building a new American church requires multiracial, multifaith, and multigenerational coalitions.

Faith and hope are essential in the fight against Christian nationalism and the pursuit of justice.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:01 Political Takeover of Evangelicalism

03:21 Jim Wallis’ Journey 

06:15 Learning from Black Churches

08:09 Rediscovering the Teachings of Jesus

09:08 The Importance of Defeating Christian Nationalism

10:08 The Threat to Democracy

11:31 White Christian Nationalism: Extreme or Cyclical?

16:19 The Good Samaritan Parable

23:53 Shining the Light of Truth

28:15 The Remnant Church

31:31 The Hope of a New Generation

39:30 The Power of Faith and Hope

51:03 Conclusion and Call to Action

Read The False White Gospel: Rejecting Christian Nationalism, Reclaiming True Faith, and Refounding Democracy

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