Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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On a recent survey, 64% of evangelicals agree with the statement that everyone is born innocent in God’s eyes—a view that directly contradicts Scripture. When Christians can’t explain the gospel, that's a big problem! This isn’t only a problem for students; it reflects what’s being modeled and passed down by adults in the church. Why are so many believers unclear on the gospel and core Christian theology? And what can be done to address this growing concern?

Brett and Erin reflect on Jen Wilkin’s assertion in a recent Christianity Today article that the evangelical church is facing a biblical literacy crisis.

Read the article by Jen Wilkin: christianitytoday.com/2026/01/bible-reading-plan-literacy-jen-wilkin

Read the State of Theology report: thestateoftheology.com

📹 Full Episode: linktw.in/FCqCdB

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