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The Rise of “Spiritual But Not Religious”
Many people today claim to be “spiritual but not religious,” thinking they can find peace without submitting to God’s Word or belonging to the Church. While this sounds authentic and freeing, it ultimately replaces biblical truth with self-made beliefs that cannot save. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains why this mindset is spiritually dangerous and how only biblical Christianity offers real peace, hope, and salvation.
Key Takeaways
- Vague spirituality replaces God’s truth with human ideas.
- Only Christ offers lasting peace and salvation.
- The Church is essential for growth and accountability.
- Scripture alone is the final authority for faith and life.
Evening Reflection
Where are you tempted to embrace “spiritual but not religious” thinking in your own life? Pray that God will anchor you in His unchanging Word and the hope of the gospel.
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Dave Jenkins is happily married to his wife, Sarah. He is a writer, editor, and speaker living in beautiful Southern Oregon. Dave is a lover of Christ, His people, the Church, and sound theology. He serves as the Executive Director of Servants of Grace Ministries, the Executive Editor of Theology for Life Magazine, the Host and Producer of Equipping You in Grace Podcast, and is a contributor to and producer of Contending for the Word. He is the author of The Word Explored: The Problem of Biblical Illiteracy and What To Do About It (House to House, 2021), The Word Matters: Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age (G3 Press, 2022), and Contentment: The Journey of a Lifetime (Theology for Life, 2024). You can find him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, or read his newsletter. Dave loves to spend time with his wife, going to movies, eating at a nice restaurant, or going out for a round of golf with a good friend. He is also a voracious reader, in particular of Reformed theology, and the Puritans. You will often find him when he’s not busy with ministry reading a pile of the latest books from a wide variety of Christian publishers. Dave received his M.A.R. and M.Div through Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.
