A Tool of Faith Formation for Our Secular Age: feat. Trevin Wax | Episode 296

Are you equipped to stand firm in the Christian faith in today’s ever-changing culture? Jonathan Youssef welcomes Trevin Wax, co-author of The Gospel Way Catechism, to discuss the importance of Christian catechism as a tool for spiritual formation in today’s world. Trevin is a vice president at the North American Mission Board (NAMB), a visiting professor at Cedarville University, and a regular columnist at The Gospel Coalition.  This conversation unpacks the meaning of catechism, its vital role in discipleship, and the inspiration behind this book, a resource designed to help Christians discern Biblical Truth amid cultural confusion. Listen now to discover how classic elements of catechism can be adapted for modern challenges, including secularism, expressive individualism, and technological developments like artificial intelligence.This episode offers insights into making faith accessible to all ages, with news of an upcoming children’s catechism, and practical tips for applying catechetical truths to everyday life and outreach. CANDID LISTENER SURVEY We love bringing you honest, hope-filled conversations about the Christian faith, and we’d love your feedback. We’ve compiled a short listener survey to help us plan future episodes you’ll love. Will you take a couple of minutes to complete it today? Your voice will help shape what’s next!  Take the Survey Now Follow Candid Conversations on social media: Instagram: @candidpod TikTok: @officiallycandidpod YouTube: @CandidPod Subscribe & Share: If this episode inspired you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with others.