367. TNE RECAPS: I went to the Biggest Christian Nationalist Event in the Country

The New Evangelicals Podcast

Tim Whitaker

News, Religion & Spirituality, Politics, Christianity

4.6 • 936 Ratings

🗓️ 17 March 2025

⏱️ 77 minutes

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In this RECAPS Episode, Tim Whitaker provides a detailed recap of his experience at AmericaFest 2024, the largest gathering of Christian nationalists in the world. He explores the themes of Christian nationalism, the role of Turning Point USA, and the impact of media on the perception of these events. Tim emphasizes the need to understand the underlying ideologies and the rhetoric used by speakers at AmericaFest, highlighting the contradictions between their messages of love and their actions. Highlights: 03:11 Recap of AmericaFest: A Christian Nationalist Gathering 09:00 The Role of Turning Point USA and Charlie Kirk 14:49 Media Landscape and Coverage of AmericaFest 21:01 The Rhetoric of Love and Its Contradictions 26:55 The Call for a Revolution Against Christian Nationalism 45:59 Immigration and National Identity 01:01:44 Christian Nationalism and Political Power _______________________________ If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here! Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals 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

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1:06.4	Hey friends, I know how worried you are about how empowered Christian nationalism got in this past election and honestly how it's being used to distort faith and threaten democracy.
1:10.5	But the good news is that
1:12.0	people are mobilizing to resist. This is why I'll be at the summit for religious freedom hosted by
1:18.8	Americans United happening April 5th through the 7th in Washington, D.C. Christian nationalism is not just a
1:25.2	political issue. We all know this, right? It's a direct
1:27.8	challenge to religious freedom for everyone, all of our neighbors. That's why it's so important
1:32.5	that we come together, learn from experts, and organize for real change. At this summit, you'll hear
1:38.0	from powerful speakers, connect with like-minded advocates, and be part of a movement to push back
1:43.1	against the misuse of religion
1:44.6	and politics. And of course, yes, I will definitely be there. And because you're a listener of the
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