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What is the purpose of church—really? In this episode, we unpack this question from the lens of deconstruction. For those wrestling with institutional religion, burned out by performance-driven faith, or questioning whether church still matters, this is a space to process it all.

We explore the roots of what church was meant to be, what it’s become, and whether it’s possible to find (or rebuild) something more meaningful. No easy answers—just an honest conversation for the spiritually curious.

In this thought-provoking follow-up to “Do We Still Need the Church?”, we explores the evolving role of the church in modern Christian life. Is the traditional model of church still relevant today—or is it time for a radical reimagining?

This episode calls believers, deconstructing Christians, and seekers alike to imagine a new way forward—one marked by authenticity, compassion, and action.

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🕰️ Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Opening Question: Is it time for the church to change?
• 01:00 – Purpose of the Early Church
• 02:20 – The Church as Refuge Under Oppression
• 03:30 – The Church as a Representation of God’s Love
• 04:30 – Should the Church Be a Hospital?
• 06:10 – The Rise of Self-Help Christianity
• 07:40 – Using God as a Vending Machine
• 08:20 – Open Reflection & Community Question

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What do you wish the church would do differently?