SummaryIn this episode of the Text Driven Podcast, Timothy Pigg and Carter Jurkovich discuss the concept of the Digital Church, exploring the differences between online engagement and true Christian fellowship. They emphasize the illusion of community created by social media and the importance of face-to-face interactions in bearing one another's burdens. The conversation highlights the need for incarnational ministry in addressing real problems faced by individuals in a digital age, ultimately advocating for a return to genuine, in-person connections within the church.TakeawaysThe Digital Church presents unique challenges and questions.Connection without communion leads to isolation.Social media creates an illusion of community.True community requires face-to-face interaction.Bearing burdens cannot be done effectively online.Incarnational ministry is essential for real relationships.Depression rates have increased despite digital connectivity.Throwing money at problems does not equate to community support.Real problems require real people to walk alongside us.Churches must prioritize in-person engagement to address needs.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Digital Church02:37 Connection vs. Communion06:39 The Illusion of Community12:28 Incarnational Ministry and Real Problems

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