Dave Tomlinson on how to be a bad Christian (and a better human being)

Terms like post-evangelical and exvangelical have become increasingly prominent in recent years. I spoke about this in detail with David Gushee a few episodes back. But todays guest actually wrote a book called ‘the post evangelical’…almost 30 years ago, in 1995.<br/><br/>So Dave Tomlinson is not new to this conversation and in many ways he is a wonderful guide to those of us seeking a renewed and renovated faith that takes the modern world seriously and stands the test of time. <br/><br/>Dave is a vicar from London, a wonderful storyteller and truth seeker and has written many books including ‘how to be a bad Christian and a better human being’ which we discuss in this conversation.<br/><br/>Simon Buckingham Shum who is a part of meeting ground church joined me to co-host this one - as a Brit who has been following Dave’s work for a long time. <br/><br/>Simon and Dave make reference a few times to Greenbelt, which is an annual festival in the UK bringing together faith, justice, philosophy, art and a shared space for people from all walks of life. There’s a link in the shownotes if you want to learn more. <br/><br/>At the end of the conversation Dave gives one of the best definitions of hope I’ve ever heard.<br/><br/>This was a delightful conversation to have and I hope it encourages you.<br/><br/><br/>Listen to Dave's talks at  Greenbelt here: <br/>https://www.greenbelt.org.uk/talks-archive/#~tomlinson<br/><br/>Check out Dave's YouTube channel here: <br/>https://www.youtube.com/channe....l/UCpGqunuXebtPE1SaS