Curiosity + conviction is what shapes us
In this episode of the Shock Absorber podcast, Tim and Joel we explore key cultural and spiritual issues affecting the modern world. We begin by discussing how sub-cultures that used to be characterised by rebelliousness and aggressiveness are becoming less tribal.
Next, inspired by Jonathan Haidt's post, they delve into the hypocrisy of tech CEOs changes how we are thinking about technology and smart phone use. Such use can turn into another form of addiction, which is counter-formative to a life in the Spirit.
They also return to two books (Crisis of Confidence and Scandal of the Evangelical Mind) and one new book (The Real Scandal of the Evangelical Mind) to tackle hyper-individualised self-expression and its impact on community, followed by a discussion on how a lack of an agreed-upon evangel is stymying evangelical thought leadership.
Finally, they close with the critical need for curiosity and conviction as Christians navigate the world .
Discussed on this episode
After Babel: The Worst Argument That Social-Media Companies Use to Defend Themselves
Tristan Harris on the need to change the incentives of social media companies
2021 Common Sense Census
Crisis of Confidence, by Carl Trueman
Rise & Triumph of the Modern Self, by Carl Trueman
The Hives' Howlin' Pelle Almqvist and Nicholaus Arson in Studio Q
The Real Scandal of the Evangelical Mind, by Carl Trueman
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