S1E12: The Church in Crisis: Syncretism and the Loss of Biblical Faith

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S1E12: The Church in Crisis: Syncretism and the Loss of Biblical Faith

A Data-Driven Look at a Compromised Church

The Olive Tree POC

May 11, 2025

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(*Our apologies, the publishing process, which we cannot control, has created glitches at the end of the video. These glitches do not impact the overall conversation, so please continue.) In Episode 12, we dig into the alarming rise of syncretism—the blending of worldly philosophies with Christianity—and its devastating impact on the church. Backed by data from Arizona Christian University's CRC Barna studies, we explore how Social/Secular Religion (SSR) has infiltrated churches, creating a counterfeit faith that prioritizes comfort over conviction. From pastors to parents to everyday professors, the numbers reveal a church that has lost its biblical worldview and no longer walks in “the Way of Holiness”, with only 4% of Americans holding a truly biblical perspective. Through scripture and real-world experiences, we unpack why syncretism is a spiritual crisis, how it’s shaping the next generation, and what true discipleship demands in response. This episode is a wake-up call to reject worldly compromise and return to the unadulterated truth of Christ. Visit https://pursuitofcharacter.org for additional resources and join us in the fight for Biblical Fidelity.

#Sycretism #SocialSecularReligion #TrueDiscipleship #SpiritualRevival

John 17:13-16, 1 John 2:15, James 4:4, John 15:18-19, Matthew 5:12-13, Luke 14:35, Matthew 16:24, Matthew 18:3-9, Isaiah 5:20, Romans 1:18, John 3:19-20, 2 Timothy 3:1-9, 16-17… Revelations - the seven letters…

Intro song: “I Will Obey” from the Cut Me Loose album available at https://pursuitofcharacter.org/ilp/music/worship-through-song/

Outro song: clip from “Leaving The Old Life Behind” – Official Lyric Video: YouTube Channel @BethanyRaeWTS

Posts referenced: "Where's The Fire?" https://pursuitofcharacter.org/2021/12/08/wheres-the-fire/

For more about POC, visit

https://pursuitofcharacter.org

For more about Bethany Rae-Worship Through Song, visit

https://bethanyraeworships.com/

Chapters:

00:00:00 The Beginning

00:00:48 A Little Warning

00:01:26 Intro

00:05:30 Let’s Dive In