Understanding Modern Spirituality | Russell Moore
Dan sits down with Russell Moore, editor-in-chief of Christianity Today. They explore the mission of Christianity Today, the impact of technology on society, and the changing landscape of church and culture. Russell Moore shares his insights on the pursuit of discipleship, the importance of maintaining personal attention amidst modern distractions, and the evolving perspectives of younger Christians. Tune in to discover how the themes of grace, mentorship, and hope play pivotal roles in today's world.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Understanding the Mission of Christianity Today:
Russell Moore explains that Christianity Today aims to share stories that highlight God's kingdom, addressing both present and future challenges beyond current debates.
The Impact of Technology:
He discusses the rapid growth of AI and smartphones, urging awareness of their effects on faith and humanity.
Seeking Authentic Discipleship:
Younger Christians seek deeper guidance in prayer, Scripture, and mentorship, prioritizing sincere discipleship over theological debates.
Embracing the Reality of God's Love:
Many fear God's disappointment, but Russell emphasizes embracing His grace, which replaces fear with hope.
Importance of Intergenerational Relationships:
The podcast underscores the value of connecting generations, where wisdom and youthful energy enrich the church community.
Restorative Power of Liturgy and Rhythms:
A renewed appreciation for liturgy and unplugging from distractions offers peace through timeless church traditions.
Russell Moore
Russell Moore is Editor in Chief of Christianity Today and is the author of Losing Our Religion: An Altar Call for Evangelical America (Penguin Random House).
The Wall Street Journal has called Moore “vigorous, cheerful, and fiercely articulate.” He was named in 2017 to Politico Magazine’s list of top fifty influence-makers in Washington, and has been profiled by such publications as the New York Times, the Washington Post, TIME Magazine, and the New Yorker.
An ordained Baptist minister, Moore served previously as President of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission and, before that, as the chief academic officer and dean of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, where he also taught theology and ethics.
Moore was a Fellow at the University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics and currently serves on the board of the Becket Law and as a Senior Fellow with the Trinity Forum in Washington, D.C.
He also hosts the weekly podcast The Russell Moore Show and is co-host of Christianity Today’s weekly news and analysis podcast, The Bulletin.
Russell was President of the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention from 2013 to 2021. Prior to that role, Moore served as provost and dean of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky, where he also taught theology and ethics.
A native Mississippian, he and his wife Maria are the parents of five sons. They live in Nashville, where he teaches the Bible regularly at their congregation, Immanuel Church.
