51. Mass Shootings and Masculine Frailty: Christian Nationalism Loses Its Angle

In today's episode, Tim and April discuss the recent mass shootings in America, particularly focusing on a tragic incident at a Mormon church. They delve into the broader issue of gun violence, exploring the correlation between gun laws and violence rates. The conversation shifts to the influence of Christian nationalism in politics, particularly in relation to military leadership and rhetoric. Chapters 01:01 Mass Shootings and Their Impact 06:07 Analyzing the Michigan Church Shooting 18:09 Mental Health and Gun Violence 29:28 The Role of Evangelicals in Violenc 42:04 Political Violence and Accountability 45:32 Military Leadership and Political Rhetoric 54:06 War and Military Ethics 59:36 Physical Fitness Standards in the Military 01:09:31 The Impact of Christian Nationalism on Policy ____________________________________________________ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals  Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals Tim on Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Timwhitakerspeaks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ April on Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Aprilajoy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The New Evangelicals exists to support those who are tired of how evangelical church has been done before and want to see an authentic faith lived out with Jesus at the center. This show is produced by Josh Gilbert Media | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Joshgilbertmedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We are committed to building a caring community that emulates the ways of Jesus by reclaiming the evangelical tradition and embracing values that build a better way forward. If you’ve been marginalized by your faith, you are welcome here. We’ve built an empathetic and inclusive space that encourages authentic conversations, connections and faith. Whether you consider yourself a Christian, an exvangelical, someone who's questioning your faith, or someone who's left the faith entirely, you are welcome here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices