On The Line
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On The Line
Dr. John Rasmussen: Understanding Secularism and the Rise of the Nones
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Join us at the long table as we examine the quiet forces reshaping belief in the modern world—from secularism and moralistic therapeutic deism to expressive individualism and cultural Christianity. We explore how catechesis, apologetics, beauty, and disciplined formation can help the Church speak truthfully and compellingly in an age shaped more by feeling than by transcendence.
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About Today’s Guest
Rev. Dr. John Rasmussen is Lead Pastor of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Kearney, Nebraska, and a pastor in the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. He holds a Doctor of Ministry in Applied Apologetics and is deeply engaged in the work of catechesis, worldview formation, and cultural engagement within the Church. Pastor Rasmussen is also the co-host of the podcast Every Moment His, where he and his fellow pastors address theological, cultural, and pastoral issues that require more depth than a Sunday sermon allows—helping Christians think clearly, live faithfully, and remain rooted in Christ amid modern confusion.
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