Redefining Evangelism in an Age of Sadness with Andrew Root | Episode 233
Church and Main Podcast VideosApril 25, 202500:47:15

Redefining Evangelism in an Age of Sadness with Andrew Root | Episode 233

I had a conversation with Andrew Root, who is a theologian and wrote the book "Evangelism in an Age of Despair." We explored how evangelism can serve as a way to comfort others, stressing the importance of real human connections during hard times instead of just trying to get people to attend church. Root criticizes how faith is treated like a product and compares evangelism to the care given in hospitals. We also talked about how people are really focused on being happy and how the church should offer love and comfort to everyone, even those who are against us. Root wants people to try this approach, as it can create true hope and healing in today's society.



Evangelism in An Age of Despair Book (https://bakeracademic.com/p/Evangelism-in-an-Age-of-Despair-Andrew-Root/598813)



When Church Stops Working Podcast (https://www.andrewroot.org/podcast/)



Church and the Crisis of Decline (Episode 142) (https://churchandmain.org/episode/episode-142-church-and-the-crisis-of-decline-with-andrew-root)



 



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