52. Why Christian Nationalists are Hellbent on Hell

In today's episode, Tim and April engage in a thought-provoking discussion with guest Brian Recker, a public theologian and author of 'Hellbent.' The conversation delves into the complex relationship between the concept of hell, Christian nationalism, and the fear that often accompanies these beliefs. They explore how the fear of hell can manipulate individuals and communities, shaping their spirituality and relationships. Brian's Book | Hell Bent: How the Fear of Hell Holds Christians Back from a Spirituality of Love Chapters 05:28 The Impact of Hell on Christian Nationalism 08:51 Deconstructing Beliefs About Hell 11:32 The Role of Certainty in Faith 17:48 The Arrogance of Exclusivity 40:13 The Dichotomy of Grace and Power 48:54 Rhetoric of Fear and Control 55:30 The Historical Context of Christian Supremacy 01:07:11 The Nature of True Christianity ____________________________________________________ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals Tim on Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Timwhitakerspeaks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ April on Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Aprilajoy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The New Evangelicals exists to support those who are tired of how evangelical church has been done before and want to see an authentic faith lived out with Jesus at the center. This show is produced by Josh Gilbert Media | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Joshgilbertmedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We are committed to building a caring community that emulates the ways of Jesus by reclaiming the evangelical tradition and embracing values that build a better way forward. If you’ve been marginalized by your faith, you are welcome here. We’ve built an empathetic and inclusive space that encourages authentic conversations, connections and faith. Whether you consider yourself a Christian, an exvangelical, someone who's questioning your faith, or someone who's left the faith entirely, you are welcome here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices