The Myth of a Christian America: Justin Jones Breaks It Down

03/06/2025 1h 11min Temporada 1 Episodio 25

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In this intellectually rich and refreshingly honest episode, Raised Red, Living Blue welcomes back Justin Jones—former pastor and writer behind Dispatches from Alabama—for a deep conversation on religion, power, and the myth of a Christian America.From the influence of the Enlightenment to the weaponization of masculine Christianity, this episode explores:🔍 Key Topics:— Why the U.S. was never truly founded as a Christian nation— How theocracy threatens democracy— The grift of Christian nationalism and MAGA spirituality— Masculine Christianity and authoritarianism— Biblical literacy vs. political propaganda— The Enlightenment’s complicated legacy— What the Founders really intendedJustin and Sloane break down 2,000 years of theological and political history into something sharp, relatable, and necessary. If you're questioning what role faith should play in politics today—this is the episode for you.✝️ “Christianity is not a weapon. It’s not a brand. And it’s not a nation.”🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & YouTube📲 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram @raisedredlivingblue_pod📰 Find Justin on Substack: Dispatches from Alabama

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