In this episode, we explore the tumultuous period between World War I and World War II, focusing on how the church navigated the challenges of modernism, social justice, and the Great Depression.

Host Lorelee Siemens discusses the shifting cultural landscape, the rise of the social gospel, and the importance of maintaining the gospel's true essence amid societal pressures. Join us as we reflect on the lessons learned and the enduring relevance of faith in times of crisis.

Chapters:

(01:00) Tensions between modernism and traditional faith during the 1920s

(04:59) Many in the church drifted away from God during the 1920s economic boom

(06:48) October 1929

(11:28) What is the social gospel?

(17:04) Many churches are replacing the gospel with something that feels more comfortable

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