What do you do when someone in your congregation or church community starts to get wrapped up in conspiracy theories?Join us in this episode where we dive into the world of conspiracy theories and their impact on evangelical Christianity. Taylor and Denver engage in a thoughtful conversation with Dr. Jared Stacy, a theologian and ethicist, exploring the challenges and pastoral responses to conspiratorial thinking within the church. Listen in as we discuss the importance of narrative, the role of conversion and revival, and practical ways pastors can address this pressing issue in contemporary ministry.
Check out Jared's website here.
Read his article on Seen and Unseen here.
00:00 Introduction to the Learning Laborers Podcast01:15 Discussing Conspiracy Theories01:24 Favorite Conspiracy Theories07:12 Introducing Dr. Jared Stacy07:51 Jared's Research and Background10:07 Conspiratorial Thinking in Evangelicalism15:57 Pastoral Challenges with Conspiracy Theories21:00 The Role of the Church in Addressing Conspiracies29:13 Evangelicalism and Conspiratorial Thinking39:46 Exploring the Intersection of Christianity and Conspiracy Theories43:07 Theological Claims and Historical Context44:24 Christian Witness and Humble Service48:46 Navigating Conspiracy Theories in Evangelicalism53:56 Pastoral Approaches to Conspiracy Theories01:04:44 The Role of Apocalyptic Moments in Faith01:11:21 Concluding Thoughts and Final Reflections
