S8E258 - Reasons to Leave

Gianna, Michael, and Jeff discuss the appropriate reasons for leaving a church. They delve into topics like scriptural authority, toxic leadership, and the importance of shared service in the church, all framed through real-life examples and recent conversations. 00:00 - Welcome and episode overview 10:15 - The importance of joining groups and serving in the church body 11:14 – Responding to a listener email 30:00 - The dangers of misinformation and the Dunning-Kruger effect 31:37 - Recognizing the importance of context and proper authority in biblical interpretation 36:17 - Three categories for leaving a church: loss of scriptural foundation, toxic leadership, lack of service 54:58 - Nuanced listening: different responses when members raise concerns 59:37 - Practical advice for timing and respectful dialogue with church leaders 61:50 - Family, generational shifts, and leadership styles across age groups

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S8E258 - Reasons to Leave is an episode from The Eikon Podcast by Michael Burns.

This episode is 68:35 long.

This episode was published on Apr 13, 2026.

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