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Church & Culture PodcastCCP161: On “Adolescence”This summer, we're taking a short break from our regular podcast format, and instead have selected various installments from past message series given by James Emery White at Mecklenburg Community Church where he serves as the Senior Pastor. In a world where streaming media often dominates cultural conversation, certain shows stand out - not only for their entertainment value but also for the deeper messages they convey. In Meck's series "Streaming Now," we explored four of the most popular streaming shows sparking widespread cultural and spiritual conversations: "Severance," "Adolescence," "The Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke,"...
2025-08-1535 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP159: On “What Is the Unforgivable Sin?”This summer, we're taking a short break from our regular podcast format, and instead have selected various installments from past message series given by James Emery White at Mecklenburg Community Church where he serves as the Senior Pastor. There are so many questions that people have about the Christian faith - both from people who would consider themselves Christ followers as well as those outside of the Christian faith. One of those has to do with whether there really is an "unforgivable sin" - something God has deemed so terrible that He cannot find the ability to forgive someone...
2025-08-0126 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP157: On Marrying Outside of Your FaithThis summer, we're taking a short break from our regular podcast format, and instead have selected various installments from past message series given by James Emery White at Mecklenburg Community Church where he serves as the Senior Pastor. While topics related to marriage have been the focus of previous Church & Culture podcast episodes, we've never engaged this particular aspect of marriage before in our discussions. This installment titled "Marrying Outside of Your Faith" was a part of a series called "Don't Do Stupid: Marriage Edition." Because the Bible is incredibly clear about what happens when a couple is unequally...
2025-07-1827 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP151: On Spirits and GhostsIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a new Pew Research study that was conducted with participants from three dozen countries, reflecting a wide range of religious traditions. The findings showed that not only is belief in life after death widespread, but so is a belief in spirits. The majority of adults in most countries believe that animals and parts of nature can have spirits or spiritual energies - think mountains or rivers or trees. This begs the question: what is a spirit, at least as defined by those who believe...
2025-05-1632 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP149: On YouTubeIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how just a few weeks ago YouTube celebrated its 20th anniversary. Few could have imagined that a 19-second video of a man looking at elephants at the San Diego Zoo could have led to the creation of a global media powerhouse. With 20 billion videos having been uploaded to date, we thought it was fitting to discuss the countless ways that YouTube has revolutionized media and our culture.
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In today's episode, Dr. White shared a ton of facts and...
2025-05-0233 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP143: On Genesis, Part TwoIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they pick up where they left off last week in a discussion prompted by the recent launch of NASA's SPHEREx Telescope, which is hoping to find answers to how the world began. As Christians, we have a firm belief that God created all that there is. However, Genesis says quite a few things with regard to the history of the world that seem - at first glance - to either contradict science or that have not been corroborated by science.
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2025-03-2135 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP142: On Genesis, Part OneIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how NASA has made a huge step forward in wanting to bring science into the realm of the existential as this week, they launched into space what's known as the SPHEREx Telescope. It has the goal of answering some pivotal questions like: How did the universe begin? How did galaxies start to develop? How did human beings get here? Christians feel that the Bible gives the answers to these questions, which some feel flies in the face of what science offers. It's important, then...
2025-03-1444 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP105: On Cultural Caricatures of the Christian FaithIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the fact that as culture becomes less and less rooted in Christianity, and people (sadly) have more and more encounters with Christians who are not very Christlike, misconceptions and caricatures of the Christian faith seem to be growing. Today's discussion, which was a listener-submitted topic, will walk through four of the most common caricatures in today's culture.
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Here are some series given by Dr. White at Mecklenburg Community Church related to the caricatures covered in today's discussion that...
2024-04-2635 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP99: On ImmigrationIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a recent Gallup poll that found Americans believe the most important problem facing the country right now is immigration (you can read the article HERE). To be sure, there has been an influx of more than 300,000 people crossing the border in the month of December alone. This has made it an incredibly hot-button issue in our current culture, whether you're a Republican or a Democrat.
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The issue at our borders is a mess. We seem to be losing...
2024-03-1533 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP90: On Six Ways for a Church to Beat the OddsIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they serve up a helpful outline of six transcendent values that have allowed Mecklenburg Community Church to beat the odds when it comes to the decline facing churches across the U.S. and around the globe. With the seismic cultural changes and challenges facing churches, it can be easy to get discouraged. Hopefully, this conversation will help to serve your church.
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If you missed last week's podcast, we hope that you'll go back and listen to that episode. In it...
2024-01-1243 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP89: On Concerning Predictions for 2024In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, Dr. White gives an overview of what will likely dominate life and culture in 2024. The headline? Christians are needed more than ever to be salt and light to cut through the turmoil and chaos.
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First up in the conversation were politics and the political turmoil that seems to be dominating the headlines as we have entered into an election year. It's important to know how, as Christians, we are called to engage the world of government and politics. Want to...
2024-01-0535 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP88: On Santa ClausIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a question submitted by a podcast listener: If you choose to participate in the tradition of Santa Claus with your young children, do you run the risk of losing their trust when they find out the truth, possibly causing them to have a crisis of faith later in life? How can the magic of Christmas be brought into a Christian home?
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Spoiler alert: Dr. White and his wife embraced the tradition of Santa in their home with their...
2023-12-1529 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP87: On Taylor SwiftIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the cultural tidal wave that is Taylor Swift. The impact that she's had on the music industry is unlike any other artist, and her Eras tour has brought in an estimated $5 billion into the U.S. economy. Swift's authenticity seems to be the key to what's made her such an enormous success. And it's led some to feel that her concerts are truly a spiritual experience.
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As promised, here are a number of articles for you to check...
2023-12-0831 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP86: On IslamIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss Islam - a worldview that is increasingly popular around the globe and one that can oftentimes be misunderstood or stereotyped. While there are some places where the beliefs and practices of the Christian faith and Islam intersect, in truth they are wildly different religions. And understanding those differences is important.
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This is not the first time the Church & Culture Podcast has looked at the differences between Christianity and other religions. For those who are interested, we'd encourage you...
2023-12-0136 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP85: On Race and RacismIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the theology of race - human creation - and the evil that is racism. A few years ago, Dr. White delivered a series at Mecklenburg Community Church titled “Woke” with three installments on race, racism and civility. You can find that series in both .mp3 and .pdf formats HERE.
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While there are not many people who think of themselves as racist, a shadow racism can certainly be found in today's culture. For more on that, you can click HERE...
2023-11-1741 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP84: On Hinduism and BuddhismIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss Eastern religions - specifically Hinduism and Buddhism. Few people seem to realize how much these religions permeate our culture and cultural influencers.
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One of the primary ways that Hinduism has crept into our culture is through the practice of yoga. It is worth your time to go back and listen to a past Church & Culture podcast on this topic: CCP22: On Yoga. Tied closely to yoga is the idea of meditation, which is vastly different from forms of...
2023-11-1039 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP83: On Christians and GovernmentIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they continue last week's discussion on Christians and politics to explore how Christians should interact with the government - especially when they feel their government isn't upholding Christian values. In case you missed it, we encourage you to go back and listen to CCP82: On Christians and Politics.
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Dr. White referenced several passages of Scripture related to Christians and their interactions with the government. In Matthew's biography of Jesus, He is being questioned by the Pharisees who were trying to...
2023-11-0327 min
Church & Culture PodcastCPP82: On Christians and PoliticsIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the world of Christians and politics. What should Christians consider before entering into political conversations? Is it possible to come out of these conversations as brothers and sisters in Christ? Should politics even matter to a Christian? With the primaries nearly upon us, this is a very important conversation to be having.
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Dr. White delivered a five-week series at Mecklenburg Community Church related to this topic that you'll definitely want to check out. It is titled “Where Angels Fe...
2023-10-2733 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP81: On the End TimesIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a topic that's been circulating lately, especially related to the current conflict in Israel (check out CCP80: On the War in Israel): are we in the end times? A recent Lifeway Research article titled “Fear Prevalent in Pews, According to Protestant Pastors” found that people have a growing sense of fear about the future, and that we may be rapidly approaching the end of all time. What are the signs and how do we know?
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While every generation will...
2023-10-2033 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP80: On the War in IsraelIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the crisis that began overseas on Saturday, October 7 when the terrorist organization known as Hamas began to attack Israel. The brutality of these attacks has been difficult to watch. In response, Israel has declared war and is preparing for a ground invasion of the Gaza strip to target Hamas. How are Christians supposed to respond to this? Can war ever be just?
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There is much to understand with this topic, and we encourage you to stay tuned to...
2023-10-1334 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP79: On CremationIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss whether it is okay for those who consider themselves Christ followers to be cremated, rather than pursuing a traditional burial. This has become the preferred form of disposition, and is two times more common than it was even a couple of decades ago.
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This discussion was prompted by a recent article in the Washington Post titled “The Stunning Rise of Cremation Reveals America's Changing Idea of Death.” It is uncertain whether the rise in cremation is due to peop...
2023-10-0633 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP78: On Trad WivesIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the rising trend of women identifying as “trad wives.” The typical “trad wives” are Christian, conservative, homemakers handling all of the cooking and cleaning, and many who even adopt the dress and style of the women of the 1950s. And they're increasingly gaining attention and followers on TikTok with nearly 187 million views.
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While in a recent podcast Dr. White and Alexis discussed a group called the “never marrieds” (you can listen to that episode HERE) who are quite happy with t...
2023-09-2932 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP77: On AngelsIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the reality and realm of angels. A fascinating poll from the Associated Press revealed that the vast majority of Americans believe in angels - more than God, the devil, astrology or reincarnation. This begs some questions: What's so unique about angels? Why do so many people believe in them? Are they real, and if so what do they do?
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The aforementioned poll was discussed in an AP News article titled, “Do you believe in angels? About 7 in 10 U.S...
2023-09-2232 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP76: On the Never MarriedsWelcome back to the start of a new season for the Church & Culture Podcast. In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the stunning findings of a recent Pew Research Center survey titled “A record-high share of 40-year-olds in the U.S. have never been married.” The survey, conducted in 2021, found that 25% of 40-year-olds in the US have never been married, and many never intend to get married. Today's episode will explore the cultural implications of these findings.
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In addition to the Pew study, the Thriving Cent...
2023-09-1529 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP75: On Bloody Violence in the BibleIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how those outside the Christian faith often perceive the God of the Bible - particularly the Old Testament - as a moral monster. Largely this is due to the (sometimes) bloody violence found in its pages including holy wars, ethnic cleansing and even child sacrifice. Frankly, even those who consider themselves Christ followers find themselves grappling with the same questions as non-believers.
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If today's conversation proved to be a good primer for you, but you'd like to go...
2023-08-2542 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP74: On Smoking Marijuana and Drinking WineIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, the idea for the topic came from a series Dr. White delivered at Mecklenburg Community Church called, “Is it okay for a Christian to…” This series explored questions that both Christians and non-Christians have about what is or is not okay to do once you cross the line of faith. So, is it okay for a Christian to smoke marijuana and drink wine?
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When trying to determine whether the Christian faith allows you the freedom to do something, it's important to put...
2023-08-1833 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP73: On Becoming a Student of CultureIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they take a break from discussing what's happening in culture to talk about how to become a student of culture. While Dr. White touched on this briefly in the podcast's inaugural episode CCP1: Welcome to the C&C Podcast, this episode really dives down into his practices for staying on top of what's happening in our world and how the church should respond and engage.
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Being a student of culture is something Dr. White considers vital to his role in...
2023-08-1140 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP72: On Toxic MasculinityIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the spirit of toxic masculinity that has invaded the church - something at the forefront of sexual abuse scandals and stories of domineering male leadership. As Dr. White said, he's truly sickened by this.
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An earlier podcast episode - CCP8: On Purity Culture - explored how the church sometimes tries to excuse sexual abuse within its walls by creating a caricature of men who are hopelessly ruled by their sexual desires, therefore attempting to put the blame for...
2023-08-0440 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP71: On Emotionally Manipulative WorshipIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a recent article written by Kelsey Kramer McGinnis for Christianity Today titled, “Worship Music Is Emotionally Manipulative. Do You Trust the Leader Plucking the Strings?” To be sure, there is much here to consider, particularly whether the music is serving to connect you with God or simply to the songs themselves… or even the people singing them.
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In general, people seem to have lost a sense of the true meaning of worship. For this reason, Dr. White delivered a seri...
2023-07-2834 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP70: On Social Media and Mental HealthIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the recent decision made by the U.S. Surgeon General to release an official statement on the harm that is being done to teens through the use of social media. It is causing an alarming rise in mental health issues, with studies finding that excessive use of social media has been linked to cyberbullying, disrupted sleep cycles, reduced physical activity, body-image issues, an increase in self-harm, exposure to pornography, and increased rates of depression and anxiety. Sadly, many parents consider themselves helpless to do...
2023-07-2127 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP69: On Getting Off Your "But"In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a survey from Lifeway that was the subject of an article titled “Most Churchgoers Say They Want to Serve, Fewer Actually Do” - and that's fewer to the tune of a mere 30%. This leaves many pastors and ministry leaders struggling with how to cultivate the drive for people to act on their desire to serve.
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Dr. White talked about the importance of having pastors directly speak to the church about the need for people to serve - to do m...
2023-07-1428 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP68: On Toxic HomeschoolingIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a recent article in the Washington Post titled “The Revolt of the Christian Home-Schoolers.” The article revealed that there can be a toxic side to some pockets of homeschooling, one that creates a breeding ground for ideas tied to Christian nationalism and pitting faith against science.
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Those who have followed the podcast or Dr. White's blog should know that he is a big proponent of homeschooling and the many benefits that it can have for children and families. This...
2023-06-3044 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP67: On the Secrets of Hillsong and the DuggarsIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss two recent docuseries that have drawn a lot of attention: FX's “The Secrets of Hillsong” exploring the distressing global patterns of misconduct at Hillsong Church, as well as Prime Video's “Shiny Happy People” exposing the nightmarish home life of the Duggar Family and the Institute in Basic Life Principles (IBLP).
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Dr. White wrote a blog on the mess at Hillsong Church titled “Should Churches Still Use Music from Hillsong?” It definitely brought up a lot of points to consider, es...
2023-06-2339 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP66: On SatanismIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the alarming rise in popularity of Satanism, and those who consider themselves to be part of the Satanic Temple. While the vast majority of members are essentially atheistic “believers” (meaning they do not actually worship Satan), Satan is still being upheld as a symbol of free expression and opposition to injustice among other things. You may be surprised to find out just how widespread this is….
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In his latest book Hybrid Church: Rethinking the Church for a Post-Christian Digita...
2023-06-1630 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP65: On the Death PenaltyIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discussed capital punishment - something that both Christians and non-Christians wrestle with. Old Testament Scriptures reveal that capital punishment was used for a number of offenses; however, Jesus brought many Old Testament laws to completion during His time on Earth. The Bible has shaped American thinking since the country's foundation, and our laws say that the states have the right to take a life. But where should Christians land on this?
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There is an ongoing news story that Dr...
2023-06-0931 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP64: On Cults and Conspiracy TheoriesIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, the discussion was prompted by a disturbing article in the New York Times that was shared on Church & Culture's Daily Headline News. The title of the article, written by Andrew Higgins, was, “He Told Followers to Starve to Meet Jesus. Why Did So Many Do It?” Why indeed. What leads people to join a cult, especially when the leader encourages their followers to take their own lives? And what connection do conspiracy theories have to cults?
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This is not the firs...
2023-06-0237 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP63: On Why Christians Are So MeanIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discussed a recent article by Michael Hidalgo in RELEVANT titled “When Did Christians Get So Mean?” Since the pandemic, we've watched as the world seems to increasingly thrive on spewing vitriol from behind their keyboards. But more and more this behavior is coming from those who claim to be Christ followers. The concepts of grace and loving kindness seem to have gone out the window.
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The Bible offers very clear counsel on the power of words and the use of o...
2023-05-2635 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP62: On Whether to Save a Dying ChurchIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a very difficult topic: when, how, and who decides whether to close a church? It doesn't matter if it's a church that's been around for decades, or a church plant only a couple years into their journey, it's never an easy decision to grapple with. But between the great resignation of pastors, the widespread denominational decline and the rapid closing of churches across the country, it's a decision that many churches are having to face.
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If you're new...
2023-05-1939 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP61: On IVG and BioethicsIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, their discussion was prompted by an article that Dr. White shared on the Daily Headline News on Church & Culture. The title of the article (which has since been updated) was “Babies without sex? Researchers are working on it. Ethicists are troubled” and you can read the full article HERE. This has to do with scientific research for a procedure that goes beyond IVF and is known as IVG - in vitro gametogenesis. While bioethicists are pondering whether this is going too far, for the Christian this lead...
2023-05-1234 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP60: On Gentle ParentingIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how in today's world, it truly takes courage for parents to raise their kids in a way that honors the Christian faith. And an area of parenting where people tend to struggle the most is when it comes to whether it's okay to discipline our children. Culture has shifted toward the trend of “gentle parenting” - also known as “mindful” or “intentional” parenting. But is this the best way to go? Is it even biblical?
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There were two articles tha...
2023-05-0537 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP59: On CalvinismIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a topic that has been on the rise as of late - Calvinism. There are really two dynamics behind the ministry of Church & Culture: to look at the interplay between the Church and the culture of our day, but also to examine the culture within the Church itself. And it's with the latter that today's discussion lands.
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There are three helpful resources that Dr. White mentioned during the podcast, particularly when it comes to the debate over passages...
2023-04-2840 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP58: On Your Horoscope and StarbucksIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the recent release of Starbucks' “Star Signs” in partnership with the astrology app called Sanctuary. Designed to help you figure out the perfect beverage for your astrological sign, it will also tell you your power words, give you a spring flower and color, and tell you your horoscope. What may seem like a harmless and fun gimmick from Starbucks is, in truth, dabbling in the world of the occult.
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Dr. White has frequently blogged about topics related to the...
2023-04-2126 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP57: On the Rise and Hold of GamingIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a shocking statistic - that more than 200 million Americans are a part of the world of gaming. That's more than 60% of the U.S. population. Furthermore, the average “binge time” spent gaming has increased to five hours. This is having a profound effect, not only in the lives of children but on marriages as well.
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Dr. White's newly released book is titled Hybrid Church: Rethinking the Church for a Post-Christian Digital Age. Among many topics covered in this book...
2023-04-1434 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP56: On Radical Changes in American ValuesIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the results of a recent poll from the Wall Street Journal and the NORC at the University of Chicago. The title of the WSJ article reviewing the poll's findings read, “America Pulls Back From Values That Once Defined It.” The poll revealed a radical change in American values since it was last conducted in 1988. And much of that change has to do with a dramatic rise in individualism in the United States.
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If you want to take time to d...
2023-04-0731 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP55: On Tattoos and Cosmetic Surgery
In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss whether it's okay for a Christian to get a tattoo or cosmetic surgery. Culture clings tightly to the belief that we, as individuals, have the right to determine what we do with our bodies and how we use them. But what does the Bible have to say about this topic? How much are we allowed to manipulate our bodies?
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Dr. White referenced several articles from The Atlantic that have been written in recent years on tattoos...
2023-03-3131 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP54: On "The Chosen"In this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss The Chosen - a multi-season series on the life of Jesus written and directed by Dallas Jenkins. The following for this series has been unprecedented, with more than 100 million people who've seen at least part of the show. So is the series biblically accurate? Does it matter whether it follows the Bible verse by verse, or could the Holy Spirit be creatively working through the series?
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Dr. White wrote a blog called "Topical or Expositional" that will offer...
2023-03-2436 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP53: On Asbury and RevivalsIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the revival that started at Asbury University in Kentucky back on February 8. For those who don't know what that is, what started as a small Wednesday night chapel service turned into a more than two-week long prayer and worship experience with thousands of people pouring into Wilmore, Kentucky to be a part of the experience. Important to this conversation is having a good understanding of what revival is, and why and how God can use revivals to advance the mission of the Church.
2023-03-1738 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP52: On Hybrid ChurchIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the recent release of the latest book written by Dr. White called Hybrid Church: Rethinking the Church for a Post-Christian Digital Age (Zondervan). Three years of research and writing were poured into this book, charting the sweeping, historic change that has taken place in our culture and in the life of the church. As Dr. White said, never has he prayed more for the ministry of a book he has written than for this one.
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Dr. White has...
2023-03-1040 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP51: On Prosperity PreachingIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a modern heretical movement that many people are susceptible to without even knowing it. They had an earlier discussion on this topic - CCP33: On the Rise of Heresy - that you definitely need to go back and listen to if you missed it. But today's discussion takes a deep dive into the “prosperity gospel movement,” also known as the “health-and-wealth gospel.” This is the idea that if you come to faith in Jesus, along with the eternal reward of heaven comes other benefits as well...
2023-03-0339 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP50: Church & Culture LIVE PodcastThanks to those of you who joined us for the first-ever Church & Culture LIVE Podcast with Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye. There were some great questions submitted through the chat on everything from whether it's okay for Christians to use CBD to the changing dynamics of online vs. in-person services. It was a fantastic conversation. Check out the Episode Links below for the podcasts, blogs, series and books that were mentioned as a part of the live podcast episode.
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CCP44: On Artificial Intelligence
2023-02-2459 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP49: On Faith vs. ScienceIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a topic that was sparked by Dr. White's latest series at Mecklenburg Community Church called “Primordial: Genesis and the World's Primeval History.” The culture of our day seems to want to place science and faith at odds with each other when in reality everything in science compliments God's existence - in fact, it demands it. What's ironic is that the study of science itself was deeply rooted in a Christian worldview.
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In addition to the aforementioned series at Meck...
2023-02-1740 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP48: On Medically Assisted SuicideIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a difficult yet important topic - medically assisted suicide. The conversation was sparked by a podcast listener from Canada, where the Medical Assistance In Dying (MAID) law was passed in 2016 and is set to be expanded this year to include those who are suffering from mental illness. To say that this law has created a slippery slope is an understatement. And with the way things are trending in the U.S., we'll likely not be very far behind.
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2023-02-1031 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP47: On Non-Binary JesusIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a recent article from the UK Times announcing the first-ever gender-neutral production of “Jesus Christ Superstar” from the Edinburgh University Savoy Opera Group. While the rock opera has always been controversial for stripping Jesus of His divinity and ignoring the resurrection, this takes it a step further having the lead role of Jesus played by a non-binary actor. In the words of the creative producer: “Jesus is remembered as being a man, but who are we to decide?”
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2023-02-0329 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP46: On the Clash Over Religious FreedomIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the rising clash in culture when it comes to what qualifies as religious exemptions, religious discrimination, and where the line of freedom ought to be drawn when it comes to religious conviction. The clash has become so intense, that many cases are making their way all the way to the Supreme Court.
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A couple of recent court cases were brought up during today's discussion if it's of interest to you to dig into them a bit more. The...
2023-01-2730 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP45: On Superstition and God's WillIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how best to discern between superstition and God's will. Dr. White recently wrote a blog titled “About Those Angel Numbers” that sparked a lot of interesting feedback from our readers. What caught people off guard was the idea that something they deemed as loving guidance from up above - a sign from an angel or a deceased loved one - might really be opening up a door for the presence of evil in your life. And this can go far beyond mere angel numbers. So h...
2023-01-2031 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP44: On Artificial IntelligenceIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how Christians and non-Christians alike don't know what to make of the growing presence in our lives of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in all of its manifestations - from our digital assistants like Siri and Alexa to Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) which is AI reaching levels of human intelligence and beyond. This is an interesting discussion about how we can think Christianly about our ever-changing technological landscape.
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Today's conversation started off with Dr. White mentioning a book written by...
2023-01-1324 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP43: On American Girl Dolls and the Disappearance of ChildhoodIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a book released by the American Girl Doll company that's caused a lot of controversy. Titled “A Smart Girl's Guide: Body Image,” many parents thought they were getting their 10-year-old child a book on having a healthy body image. What many parents did not realize is that the book includes a chapter titled “Gender Joy” that attempts to indoctrinate children into things like considering different pronouns or whether they may be non-binary. It even directs children on how to contact specially trained doctors who can help...
2023-01-0632 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP42: On the Year in ReviewIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how one of the best ways to step forward into something new - particularly the new year and all of the possibilities it brings - is to reflect on the past. This episode is devoted to looking back at some of the biggest headlines or takeaways from the past year to get a better sense of what we need to leave behind, and what we need to bring forward with us as learnings into the year ahead.
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2022-12-1638 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP41: On When and How to Leave a ChurchIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how no matter how big or small your church is, it can be really difficult when someone leaves your church. And if you're the person doing the leaving, it can be equally hard to know if or when it's the right decision to leave. The church is a family, and there are times and ways to exit that are healthy - and others that are definitely not.
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At the top of the podcast Alexis suggested that it would...
2022-12-0938 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP40: On Criticism of Mega ChurchesIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the criticisms that are frequently directed at mega churches within the Christian community. Dr. White is able to offer a unique perspective on these common critiques, as Mecklenburg Community Church started out about as small church as you can get, growing gradually to be considered a mega church.
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One of the criticisms they discussed is that mega churches are all far too liberal in terms of orthodoxy, and that they are watering down the gospel. Dr. White mentioned...
2022-12-0241 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP39: On Global Warming and Creation CareIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a topic that has sadly become highly politicized, but in reality is a deeply biblical idea - creation care. The problem is that when it comes to environmentalism and global warming, people focus more on ideology than theology. This is where the church must step up to teach on the importance of caring for the world that has been entrusted to us by God. Because this really is a deeply spiritual issue.
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Dr. White just wrapped up a...
2022-11-2537 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP38: On Attending Diwali Celebrations and Gay WeddingsIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the challenges that many Christians face when wrestling with a decision to participate in an event or celebration that may be in conflict with their beliefs. This particular discussion focused primarily on two events: attending Diwali celebrations and gay weddings. When the Bible doesn't offer clear permission or an obvious prohibition, it can be difficult to know the best course of action.
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The whole idea of whether it is (or is not) okay for Christians to do certain...
2022-11-1829 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP37: On Christian NationalismIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the highly controversial idea of Christian Nationalism. Now that Election Day 2022 has come and gone, it was a day that proved exciting for some and disheartening for others. For many Christians, they look at all of the negative political ads, hear the rhetoric being spoken by the candidates on both sides of the political fence and wonder, “What happened to a Christian America?” But is that truly what we are meant to be?
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There are some recent blogs writ...
2022-11-1126 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP36: On Mental HealthIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the importance of examining mental health as it relates to the church, as the pandemic has undoubtedly caused severe increases in depression, suicide and more. This is a topic where the church has typically been silent, leading to a great deal of private suffering. Now, more than ever, this needs to end.
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There are some blogs written by Dr. White on the topic of mental health that you will find very helpful to read. The most recent blog...
2022-11-0434 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP35: On ScientologyIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the very confusing world of Scientology. Branded as a church, Scientology is shrouded in mystery with a complex set of beliefs and ideology. But when you really dig down deep into its origins and practices, you find that it truly is a cult at its core. So what do Christians need to be aware of when it comes to the Church of Scientology?
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Years ago Dr. White delivered a series at Meck that would be particularly helpful related...
2022-10-2824 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP34: On Banned BooksIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the very hot topic of banned books, especially given that “Banned Books Week 2022” took place just a couple weeks ago. For those who haven't heard of this week, the "mission" that prompted it is to celebrate freedom when it comes to reading and to ensure that people have unhindered access to information - no matter what that information is. While many would disagree with banning books in general, there are parents who want to protect their kids from certain books they are being given acce...
2022-10-2125 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP33: On the Rise of HeresyIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how some of the very same heretical views that threatened the early Church are on the rise again today. The recent “The State of Theology” survey results are in from Ligonier Ministries and Lifeway, and the responses by so-called evangelical Christians were alarming to say the least. Why are Christians suddenly so prone to deviating from orthodoxy and increasingly mirroring the world rather than Jesus?
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Dr. White recently wrote a blog titled “The Modern Renaissance of Arianism,” a sect tha...
2022-10-1428 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP32: On a Non-Christian AmericaIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the recent findings of the Pew Research Center on the future of Christianity in America. The article titled “Modeling the Future of Religion in America” projected that if recent trends continue, the percentage of Christians in the U.S. will fall below 50% by the year 2070. Is there anything that the Church can do to prevent this projection from becoming our reality?
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While it's hard to find a starting point for the state of this decline, what is for sure...
2022-10-0734 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP31: On Celebrity PastorsIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss celebrity pastors and the harm that they bring to the witness of the Church. Ultimately, the goal for anyone answering the call to be a pastor or ministry leader should be to lead a lost world to Christ, not to set themselves up as an idol. But we live in an age where being committed to the doctrine of the Church and showing humility are values pushed far below charisma and popularity.
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There are three books that Dr...
2022-09-3025 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP30: On Quiet Quitting and the ChurchIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the rising trend known as “quiet quitting,” and specifically how it relates to the Church. It's clear that a side effect of the pandemic was that it changed how we view our work-life balance. Proponents of quiet quitting see it as a positive way to keep priorities in order, while opponents put it in the category of laziness.
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This idea for this conversation sparked from a recent blog post from Dr. White called “The ‘Quiet Quitting' Church,” which generated...
2022-09-2336 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP29: On Protestants and CatholicsIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they explore the key differences between Catholicism and Protestantism, beginning with a look back at the history of the early Church. One of those divides has to do with salvation: whether it comes down to “Jesus plus nothing” or “Jesus plus something.” But what may surprise you when listening to their conversation is how much we really do have in common.
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Mecklenburg Community Church, where Dr. White is the founding and senior pastor, is an interdenominational church with a lot of peopl...
2022-09-1635 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP28: On DeconstructingIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a rising buzzword over the last few years: deconstructing. “Deconstructing” or “deconstruction” is the process of rethinking foundational stances related to lifestyle, associations and beliefs, and usually in relation to a previously held spiritual faith. What may surprise you, though, is that the process of deconstruction is natural and normal, and when God is invited into the process it can be a healthy thing.
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For a deeper dive into all things deconstruction, check out a recent series given by Dr. W...
2022-09-0933 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP27: On the EnneagramIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a tool for understanding who God created you to be that is deeply rooted in ancient Christian thinking. It's called the Enneagram. The concept of the Enneagram dates back to the earliest centuries of the ancient Eastern monastic movement, to the times of the Desert Fathers. It's most notably attributed to Evagrius Ponticus, who created a list of eight corresponding virtues and vices. These would later be incorporated into the nine points of the Enneagram. So how can Christians use this tool as a...
2022-09-0226 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP26: On C.S. LewisIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the life of C.S. Lewis - one of the most influential Christian thinkers in modern history. From his talks to his writings, “Jack” (as his friends called him) was also undoubtedly one of the greatest Christian apologists of the 20th century. He had an incredible gift for taking complicated topics and translating them in such a way that anyone could understand them. And Dr. White shares the influence that C.S. Lewis had on his life, in particular, as a spiritual mentor.
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2022-08-2628 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP25: On "Doing" Social MediaIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss whether it is okay for a Christian to be on and engaging with social media. Studies have shown that more than half of the world (yes, the world) uses social media. It has worked its way into our culture and into our lives, and there are ways that the power of social media can be harnessed for good or for bad.
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Here are some blogs written by Dr. White that we thought you'd like to check out. The...
2022-08-1927 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP24: On Googling ChurchIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the shift in the cultural landscape when it comes to how people who are unchurched explore the church. The reality is that if someone makes the decision to check out a church, they are going to Google you. And what they find when they visit your church's website is vitally important to your mission as a church, as is the way that you intentionally market your church online.
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There are several blogs that Dr. White has written in...
2022-08-1240 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP23: On Books and BookstoresIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how the disappearance of bookstores makes it increasingly difficult to know about the foundational and formative books for developing a Christian worldview. Bookstores used to serve as influencers, but today people only find or buy what they know to look for. This was the heart behind the creation of The Grounds Bookstore and Café at Mecklenburg Community Church.
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Both Dr. White and Alexis share a passion for books, and you will enjoy listening to their recent podcast CCP16: O...
2022-08-0532 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP22: On YogaIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the practice of yoga - a discipline that for many has become an essential part of their mental and physical well being. The history of yoga, however, is critical to dig into, particularly for Christians who may not be aware of the spiritual implications of this practice.
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The idea for today's discussion came from one of the many “This could be a topic for another entire podcast!” remarks from an earlier podcast - CCP3: On Hypnosis and Meditation. As w...
2022-07-2924 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP21: On GenderIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how conversations regarding the LGBTQ+ community have evolved over the decades from a narrow focus on sexual orientation to a broader focus on gender and what it even means to be male or female. It's important to have a solid theological foundation to be able to think critically about gender's manifestations when it comes to culture. Because it's clear the ripple effects this is having are significant.
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Dr. White delivered a series at Mecklenburg Community Church that would...
2022-07-2235 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP20: On UFOsIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a recent congressional hearing on the subject of UAPs - Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon - more commonly known as UFOs. There has been a surge in recent sightings of UFOs, causing the government to take the issue more seriously. So is there really a place in a Christian worldview for belief in life on other planets? That's what you'll find out in this episode.
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Dr. White wrote a blog on this subject called “UFOs… Confirmed?” that explores the significance of wha...
2022-07-1526 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP19: On Self CareIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how recent studies have revealed the steady rise within culture of everything from depression to drug use, mental health issues to suicide and more. To help people cope, there's been an increased emphasis on the need for “self care,” with apps and services designed to help you eat better, sleep more, find new hobbies, etc. With all of these self-help tricks at our disposal, shouldn't we be feeling better? This episode will take a look at what the Bible has to say about the idea...
2022-07-0834 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP18: On Mormons and Jehovah's WitnessesIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they explore two American-born religions, both started in the 1800s. Using similar language as Christians but under different names, they have left a lot of Christians wondering what, exactly, they are. In this episode, you'll learn a bit about their history and some compelling evidence to help you determine whether they are Christian, cult or counterfeit.
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For a deeper dive into understanding what separates Christianity from the religions of the world, you may find of interest a series delivered by...
2022-07-0139 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP17: On School ChoiceIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the vast educational landscape (particularly in the U.S.) and whether all school options can be considered equally valid in terms of their value or mission. Parents can find themselves overwhelmed when deciding between public school, private school (both Christian and non-Christian), charter schools, university-model schools, magnet programs, homeschooling and more. Too often, however, the parents have their own needs in mind more than their child's when considering these options.
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There are two previous podcasts that came up...
2022-06-2436 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP16: On the Summer Reading ListIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they take a deeper dive into the 2022 Summer Reading List - an annual Church & Culture blog tradition. Every summer, Dr. White shares the top 10 books that he either has read over the past year or that are at the top of his list to read over the summer. This summer's list was a curveball from the norm, based on questions coming in from the staff at Mecklenburg Community Church about recommended reading for their souls. So this year's list covers some of the classics of Christian...
2022-06-1732 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP15: On Denominational DeclineIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the seemingly constant outpouring of scandals, coverups, sexual abuse and institutional corruption in the news tied to the Church, the latest of which involved the huge scandal tied to the Southern Baptist Convention. It leaves many people wondering just how important Christian denominations are when it comes to exploring God. Because right now, denominational Christianity seems to be in an absolute free fall.
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There are several blogs written by Dr. White that are tied to this conversation and...
2022-06-1042 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP14: On Gun ViolenceIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the distressing rise of gun violence in the United States. This is an issue, like so many others, that is increasingly polarizing in our culture. Regardless of where you stand on gun control, there is no doubt that gun violence is having devastating impacts on everyone. And there seems to be a radicalization of young people that is taking place through the internet and social media that is a very disturbing trend.
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Dr. White wrote a 2012 blog that...
2022-06-0329 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP13: On Cancel CultureIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the nature of today's cancel culture. What started in the '80s in the dating realm has taken on a life of its own in the last few years, largely through the platform of social media. On one side, you have those who say that it keeps people accountable and on the other side you have those who say that it violates free speech. Regardless of where you land, cancel culture has become the effort to block someone from their platform and, when possible...
2022-05-2740 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP12: On Legislated MoralityIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss whether those of us who consider ourselves Christ followers should try to legislate moral issues. Secular culture implies that morals can change, and often, legislative decisions are made on the basis of majority rule. What is certain is that of utmost importance is having a Christian worldview.
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The are several blogs written by Dr. White that will help deepen your understanding of this conversation. To start off with, “Worldview Matters” is a blog that examines the foundational reasons to h...
2022-05-2037 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP11: On WiccaIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the increasingly popular practice of Wicca, which involves both witchcraft and nature worship. In 2019, there were so many books being written on the topic that Publisher's Weekly declared it “The Season of the Witch.” Wicca has become the new religion of secularity, but its origins date back for millennia. So how do Christians engage with friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers who may embrace its practices and beliefs?
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Dr. White released a blog in 2019 with the same title as t...
2022-05-1329 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP10: On Roe v. WadeIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the significance of the leaked draft of the Supreme Court opinion on Roe v. Wade and how, as Christians, we can engage this conversation. The Politico story has unleashed very emotional responses on both sides of this issue, and not even those within the Church see eye to eye on this topic. For Christians, the sanctity of life is clearly understood, however determining when life begins is at the heart of this issue.
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There are several news stories...
2022-05-0633 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP9: On Unchurched ChristiansIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the exodus of Christians from the Church who are trying to recreate “church-like” experiences elsewhere - whether that's an exercise class, a group Bible study, a parachurch ministry, etc. Their conversation takes a look at what cannot be surrendered to have a biblically functioning Church, and how many evangelicals have a terrible understanding of the doctrine of the church - either devaluing the Church or shaping it into their own image. One thing is clear, there is biblically no such thing as an unchurched Chri...
2022-04-2933 min
Church & Culture PodcastCCP8: On Purity CultureIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss purity culture and the Church. In the 90s we saw the outbreak of sexual permissiveness and sexual saturation within culture – and it hit women particularly hard, as they became the ones to blame. From this, purity culture was born - a movement characterized by modest dress, purity rings, the “true love waits pledge,” etc. Somewhere along the way this morphed into a toxic culture even within the church. What the church needs is a holistic theology of sex, showing the wonder of it all and th...
2022-04-2228 minChurch & Culture PodcastCCP7: On Women in MinistryIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the very hot topic of women in ministry within the Church. Throughout Christian history, with the increased institutionalization of the Church came very set patterns of misogyny. And certain passages of Scripture have been used to fuel both sides of this debate as to what role women can and should take within the church.
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There is so much that can be explored from this conversation. Dr. White has written several blogs that may serve as helpful additions, such...
2022-04-1530 minChurch & Culture PodcastCCP6: On AngerIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss anger and the seemingly endless flow of new stories where people are losing control. For those who are Christ followers, anger is one of the seven deadly sins, yet often times we are among the worst offenders. This conversation dives into everything from orthopathy to righteous anger to how this is impacting our children.
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To read more on this topic, Dr. White wrote several blogs related to this conversation that will be really helpful to dig into. His...
2022-04-0828 minChurch & Culture PodcastCCP5: On the "Don't Say Gay" BillIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the “Parental Rights in Education” bill that is more commonly referred to as the “Don't Say Gay” bill. There seems to be a lot of confusion as to what this bill is really about at its core. Find out how Christians can engage this cultural debate, the role of parents tied to this law, and the difference between acceptance and affirmation.
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To read more on this topic, Dr. White wrote several blogs related to this conversation that will be reall...
2022-04-0131 minChurch & Culture PodcastCCP4: On Pastors and Moral FailingsIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss the seeming litany of Christian leaders who have succumbed to moral failures and what this is doing to the Christian faith and our culture.
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To go a little deeper on this topic, Dr. White wrote several blogs related to this conversation that will be really helpful to dig into. On the discussion of the shadow lives so many lead and how you can evaluate the work that was done in ministry read “Evaluating the Fruit Test.” On the impo...
2022-03-2533 minChurch & Culture PodcastCCP3: On Hypnotism and MeditationIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss how a new generation of hypnosis programs and apps are making the practice available digitally, hoping to popularize hypnosis in the same way as meditation. What's so concerning about that? More than you realize. You could be dabbling in the world of the occult.
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To go a little deeper on this topic, Dr. White recently wrote a blog titled “Alexa, Do Not Hypnotize Me.” The conversation also touched on the world of the occult. Dr. White delivered a mess...
2022-03-1823 minChurch & Culture PodcastCCP2: On Ukraine, Russia and the Orthodox ChurchThis week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye dives into an aspect of the Ukraine-Russia conflict that isn't garnering the attention that it deserves - that this is a deeply religious divide. To understand the heart of this conflict, you need to understand the history of the Orthodox Church.
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To go a little deeper on this topic, Dr. White has a two-blog series that you'll definitely want to check out. You can find the first installment titled “Ukraine, Russia and the Orthodox Church - Part 1” here. The conversation also touc...
2022-03-1123 minChurch & Culture PodcastCCP2: On Ukraine, Russia and the Orthodox ChurchThis week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye dives into an aspect of the Ukraine-Russia conflict that isn't garnering the attention that it deserves - that this is a deeply religious divide. To understand the heart of this conflict, you need to understand the history of the Orthodox Church and why there needs to be a separation between church and state.
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To go a little deeper on this topic, Dr. White has a two-blog series that you'll definitely want to check out. You can find the first installment titled...
2022-03-1123 minChurch & Culture PodcastCCP1: Welcome to the Church & Culture PodcastDr. James Emery White talks with co-host Alexis Drye in this inaugural episode of the weekly Church & Culture Podcast. Learn the vision and mission of this podcast, what you can expect to hear each week, and find out a bit more about Dr. White and his ministry with Church & Culture.
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For those of you who are new to Church & Culture, we'd love to invite you to subscribe to the twice-weekly Church & Culture blog and check out the Daily Headline News - a collection of headlines from around the globe each weekday. Dr. White...
2022-03-0323 min