Christian Leaders and Moral Failure (Part 2): Episode 695

Published: May 27, 2021, 10 a.m.

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Finding family as a single, plus pastors discuss how to respond when a Christian leader falls, and overcoming different backgrounds in dating.

Featured musical artist: Zach Williams\\xa0

Roundtable: Finding Family as a Single

Singleness can feel lonely, but it also has unique opportunities for wonderful friendships. While you might not have found that special someone yet, you still have amazing chances to make last memories and connect with friends who feel like family. Our guests share how they\\u2019ve learned to find family as a single Christian after moving to a new town. They\\u2019ll also discuss how they\\u2019re learning to combat feelings of loneliness.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0

Culture: When a Pastor or Christian Leader Falls (Part 2)

It\\u2019s become an all-too-common headline: another pastor caught in a scandal \\u2014 whether sexual, financial, an abuse of power, or some other egregious failure. For certain followers, the news is so devastating, they walk away from the church. The rest of us are left to ask: What do I do? Are there any faithful leaders left? Can I trust my own pastor, or will he be next? We brought in a panel of pastors to answer the hard questions. In part two this week, they\\u2019ll address whether someone can be a Christian after a big moral slide, and how to respond when a leader fails us.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0

Inbox: Different Backgrounds in Dating

She\\u2019s dating a solid Christian guy, but wonders if their pasts disqualify them from dating? For one, he struggled with a porn addiction, which he has dealt with. Plus, her dad is skeptical that their background differences could eventually cause problems in the relationship. Counselor Patrick Hill offers hope and gives some practical thoughts.

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