THE RUSSELL MOORE SHOW
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This brand-new podcast from Christianity Today by Russell Moore talks about the latest books, cultural conversations and pressing ethical questions that point us toward the kingdom of Christ.
Russell D. Moore is an American theologian, ethicist, and preacher. In June 2021, he became the director of the Public Theology Project at Christianity Today. Moore previously served as president of the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission, the public-policy arm of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) and, at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, as dean of the School of Theology, senior vice-president for academic administration, and as professor of theology and ethics.
In this first episode, Moore is joined by Beth Moore (no relation). Beth Moore is the founder of Living Proof Ministries, a Bible-based organisation for women.
Both Russell and Beth have recently left the SBC. Russell Moore in a 4,000-word letter to the executive committee of the SBC quoting his reasons for leaving as sexual abuse cover-ups, bullying and avoidance of racial reconciliation. Beth Moore cited her leaving due to the SBC’s stance on women’s roles in church i.e. preaching.
Whatever side you may sit on, this first episode of this new podcast will make for interesting listening!
Both Russell and Beth speak fondly of happy childhoods and the support growing up in the SBC; the fond memories only ceasing recently. They are both vocal critics of Donald Trump’s presidency and the political support given to Trump by the SBC. Furthermore, Beth Moore has been very vocal in the media and similarly in this podcast about the sexual abuse within the SBC.
I am wary not to include too much content of the podcast in this review as to not create conjecture. This first episode of the Russell Moore podcast always had the potential to be accusatory and reflective. There is evidently a lot of hurt and heartache in both Russell and Beth. I am certain, based on the titles of the following two episodes that this podcast will be edifying, fruitful, and certainly more balanced.
