Life in the Negative World
Guests
Aaron Renn
Release date
Jan 24, 2025
In this fascinating conversation, Aaron Renn discusses his groundbreaking analysis of how Christianity's place in American society has fundamentally shifted. From its peak in the 1950s to today's increasingly hostile cultural landscape, Renn breaks down this transformation into three distinct periods: the "positive world" (1964-1994), the "neutral world" (1994-2014), and our current "negative world" where Christian faith can actively count against you.
Renn, author of "Life in the Negative World" and former Manhattan Institute scholar, explores how young men are increasingly turning to online influencers for guidance while abandoning traditional religious institutions.
He discusses the challenges facing modern Christianity, from declining church attendance to the rise of cultural Christianity among intellectual figures like Tom Holland and Jordan Peterson. Key topics include:
- The crisis facing young men in modern society
- How churches can adapt to an increasingly hostile cultural environment
- The surprising shift in church attendance patterns between men and women
- Learning from historical examples of Christians thriving under pressure
- The need for stronger Christian intellectual leadership
- Practical strategies for building resilience in faith communities
Whether you're concerned about the future of Christianity in America or interested in understanding major cultural shifts, this conversation offers valuable insights into navigating faith in an increasingly post-Christian society. Don't forget to subscribe for more thought-provoking conversations about faith, culture, and society.
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