Spiritual, Not Religious

The podcast episode of Spiritual Not Religious explores the deep spiritual longings of young adults and their evolving relationship with faith and church. Hosts Shawn, Mollie, and James discuss a recent study from Faith for Exiles that identifies three key desires among emerging adults: a faith that connects with their world, a belief that God is more active outside traditional church walls, and a desire to live out their faith without withdrawing from society. They reflect on how Jesus modeled an engaged, mission-driven life and how many young adults resonate more with hands-on service, justice, and community action than institutional religion. The conversation touches on issues like authenticity, the need for tangible faith expression, and the church’s role in bridging divides rather than reinforcing them. Ultimately, the hosts encourage listeners to seek a faith rooted in love, action, and belonging, while inviting further discussion through social media and email.