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The Texas Baptist Crucible

James Spurgeon
Longview Baptist Temple
Independent Fundamental Baptist Movement
Christianity
Grace
Public Humiliation
Erik Myles
Healing
King James Bible
Soul Winning
Racism
Bob Gray Sr.
Texas Baptist College
King James Version
Baptism
Counseling
Gospel
Spiritual Abuse
Child Abuse
School Abuse
Trauma

Stories and testimonies from former members of the Longview Baptist Temple in Longview, Texas, along with commentary and humor from the author of the book which goes by the same name.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes43Founded5 months ago
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A candid conversation about race and racism at the Longview Baptist Temple, but also a story of God's grace and human resiliency in overcoming.

A word about this title Bob Gray Sr gave to himself--the Man of God. Along with other silly hypocrisies.

What it was like to grow up at LBT being a person of color in what was pretty much an old southern culture and mindset.

LBT took everything to the extreme. Even this niche Baptist teaching that originated in Tennessee in the mid 19th century. Are you in the bride, brother?

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Recent Guests

Levi Robinson
Former member of Longview Baptist Temple and commentator on fundamentalist culture.
Episode: Long, Loose, and Lots of It - A Conversation with Levi Robinson (part 1)
Anthony Hamilton
Former member of the Longview Baptist Temple who shares his story of manipulation and control in a fundamentalist environment
Episode: Manipulation and Control - A Conversation With Anthony Hamilton
Jonathan Rios
Younger brother of Justin Rios, former student at Longview Christian Academy, shares experiences of manipulation and oppression.
Episode: The Purge (not the movie) - A Conversation with Jonathan Rios
Billy Bob Hirner
Grew up at the Longview Baptist Temple, shares experiences from his childhood and church involvement
Episode: True Grit - A Conversation With Billy Bob Hirner (part 1)
Michelle Stokes
Former member of the Longview Baptist Temple with a compelling story of her experiences.
Episode: Marked For Shame - A Conversation With Michelle Williams
Justin Rios
Former member of Longview Baptist Temple, teacher, and Texas Baptist College graduate
Longview Christian Academy
Episode: Trying To Get Along - The Justin Rios Conversation (part 1)
Ricky Andrews
Musician and former student of Longview Christian Academy
Episode: Yelled At For Jesus - A Conversation with Ricky Andrews
Melissa Marco-Wilson
Daughter of Douglas Marco, who served as Staff Evangelist at Longview Baptist Temple.
Episode: The Staff Evangelist’s Daughter - A Conversation with Melissa Marco
Erik Myles
Grew up at the Longview Baptist Temple and shares his experiences
Episode: Growing Up LBT - the Erik Myles Conversation (part 1)

Host

James Spurgeon
Host with insights into the experiences surrounding the Longview Baptist Temple; blends personal narrative with analysis and humor.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Great stuff. Great perspective.

    I shared time at LBT with James. I attended LBT from the time I was 1.5 years old until I graduated from the school at the church, then I left. I had, and still have a difficult time dealing with the concept of church as a community, and God as gracious and merciful. This was not modeled for us at this church. James knows who I am. I received honorable mention in his book for driving around in my car listening to what LBT considered the “devil’s music”. James, contact me if you want.

    -JS

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bullfrog1972
    United States3 months ago
  • great shows

    James does a great job talking about his experiences and the experiences of his guests through many challenging situations. The great thing here is I don’t hear bitterness, though it would be easy to be bitter. I hear very fair takes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Darren Stout
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners note the insightful perspectives shared by guests, reflecting on their deeply personal journeys and the challenges faced within fundamentalist contexts.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and reflective conversations that highlight the complexities of growing up in strict religious environments.
Many comments emphasize the host's ability to balance humor with serious topics, creating a relatable experience for the audience.

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The Purge (not the movie) - A Conversation with Jonathan Rios
Q: Can you tell us about how you got to Longview?
Jonathan describes his family's move back to Longview from Tucson when he was five years old.
Listener Questions #1
Q: How can you criticize the church and still say you love God?
Criticism is necessary for growth and healing. Loving God means speaking up against harm.
Listener Questions #1
Q: Maybe you just couldn't handle the rules?
It wasn't about the rules; it was about the relationship.
Listener Questions #1
Q: Why do you hate Pastor Gray so much?
Has he done a lot of good for people? For every good thing, I can name ten people he's hurt.
Listener Questions #1
Q: Do you really hate the church?
No, I hate what it was used for and the damage it caused.

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Listeners can expect a reflective exploration of the experiences of those who have exited fundamentalist religious environments, particularly the Independent Fundamental Baptist movement associated with the Longview Baptist Temple in Texas. Through personal anecdotes, discussions on systemic issues, and critical commentary from the host, the content covers themes of spiritual abuse, manipulation, and the struggles of reconciling faith with complex personal histories. Unique to the content is a balance of personal testimony and humor, allowing for an engaging yet poignant examination of heavy topics surrounding religion and community dynamics. Episodes often feature guests who share their individual journeys, enriching the narrative with div... more

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2. Anthony Hamilton
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4. Billy Bob Hirner
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6. Justin Rios
7. Ricky Andrews
8. Melissa Marco-Wilson

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