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158. Faith Factor

September 14, 2025 · 53 min

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As the West undergoes a ‘de-churching,’ some are starting to wonder about the unintended consequences of a society with fewer believers.


After all, some of history’s greatest humanitarians all had one thing in common: a Christian faith.

  • (00:00) - - Intro
  • (00:00) - Chapter 2
  • (04:32) - - The power of faith communities
  • (08:21) - - Faith and politics
  • (15:20) - - Navigating tragedy in a faith community
  • (18:11) - - The Charleston shooting
  • (24:35) - - Measuring the 'good life'
  • (32:14) - - The great de-churching
  • (40:06) - - The happiness 'miracle drug'
  • (43:06) - - Five Minute Jesus
  • (47:25) - - Why join the faith?

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