In this episode, Tim Whitaker engages in a profound conversation with Blair Trygstad Stowe⁠⁠⁠. She shares her journey as a progressive church pastor and theologian, exploring the history of Christianity, orthodoxy, orthopraxy, evangelism, and the future of faith communities. Discover how her insights challenge traditional views and offer a more inclusive, authentic path for spiritual growth.

Chapters

01:09 Blair's Background and Call to Theology

04:25 The Myth of Evangelicalism's Historical Inaccuracy

08:26 Scripture and Its Variations Across Traditions

11:09 Orthodoxy as Right Belief in Tradition

17:46 Church's Role in Social Justice and Community Care

27:26 Encountering Exclusivist Christianity in Youth

30:30 The Power of Worship and Music in Spiritual Formation

43:33 The Process of Incorporation and Faith Evolution

55:38 Spiritual Direction and Embodied Faith Practices

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