The New Evangelicals Podcast Tim Whitaker

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Summary
In this episode, Tim, April, and Andrew discuss Christian nationalism and its impact on various social issues. They explore the definition of Christian nationalism and its desire to see a specific expression of Christianity fused with American civic life. They also examine the association between Christian nationalism and opposition to same-sex marriage, as well as the belief in traditional social arrangements and hierarchies. The conversation highlights the slow liberalization of views on same-sex marriage among those who embrace Christian nationalism. The discussion also touches on the theological challenges faced by Christian nationalists when it comes to accepting queer relationships and the rejection of contraception access by some Republicans. In this conversation, Tim and April discuss the themes of white Christian nationalism, the intersection of religion and race, and the dangers of Christian nationalist ideology. They highlight the importance of understanding the motivations and beliefs of Christian nationalists, as well as the potential consequences if their ideology gains more power and influence in the United States. The conversation also touches on the hypocrisy and double standards of conservative pundits and the need for people to stay informed and speak out against Christian nationalism.
Takeaways
Christian nationalism seeks to fuse a specific expression of Christianity with American civic life and desires to see the government defend and preserve that cultural framework.
Those who strongly embrace Christian nationalism are more likely to oppose same-sex marriage and support the right of small business owners to refuse service to gay or lesbian people.
While there has been a liberalization of views on same-sex marriage among all Americans, those who embrace Christian nationalism have been slower to change their stance.
Christian nationalism's belief in traditional social arrangements and hierarchies poses theological challenges when it comes to accepting queer relationships.
Some Republicans' rejection of contraception access aligns with the belief in a rightly ordered society that involves a man and a woman having many children. White Christian nationalism is a dangerous ideology that seeks to maintain white privilege and power in the United States.
Christian nationalism is intertwined with white supremacy and seeks to enforce a specific vision of America based on Christian values.
Understanding the motivations and beliefs of Christian nationalists is crucial in order to counter their influence and protect marginalized communities.
Conservative pundits often engage in hypocrisy and double standards when it comes to supporting political figures and ideologies.
It is important for individuals to stay informed about the dangers of Christian nationalism and to speak out against it in order to protect democracy and promote equality.
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Tim breaks down why for Evangelicals, Trump being a convicted felon will not affect their loyalty for him.

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Summary
In this episode, Tim interviews Diane Schiffer, a popular content creator, about her journey in content creation, her background in evangelicalism, and her experiences with Christian culture and politics.
Takeaways
Diane's journey from Episcopalian to evangelicalism and her disillusionment with evangelical subculture.
The impact of purity culture and evangelical subculture on Diane's personal and family life.
The tokenization of individuals in evangelical spaces and the complexities of LGBTQ+ issues within evangelicalism.
Observations of the rise of Trump within evangelical spaces and the challenges of being a Democrat in evangelical circles. 
The disillusionment with evangelical leaders and the impact of Trump's presidency on evangelical spaces.
The personal journey of faith and belief, navigating religious subcultures, and the pursuit of empathy and kindness in a divisive world.
Chapters
00:00 From Episcopalian to Evangelical: A Journey of Disillusionment
10:24 Deconstructing Evangelicalism and Purity Culture
14:05 The Rise of Trump
40:35 Understanding Christian Nationalism
48:15 Navigating Faith, Belief, and Empathy
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Tim was featured on an episode of 24 hours with Paul and Morgan discussing their differences about theology, politics and culture. Was Tim fairly represented? Or were their edits misleading? Join Tim and his wife (Sarah) as they watch it live for the first time and react.

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