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When Christian Leaders Fail: Grief & Accountability
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- GEORGE FOX TALKS
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- Jan 20, 2026
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- 2017
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Summary
News of beloved author Philip Yancey’s years-long affair with a married woman sparks a tough but worthwhile conversation between Brian and theologian Lindsey Hankins. From initial grief and accountability to the ultimate legacy of their work, join us as we explore what to do when a Christian public figure we trust and respect experiences a fall from grace. Christianity Today article: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2026/01/author-philip-yancey-confesses-affair-withdraws-from-ministry/ The Dunning-Kruger Effect: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/dunning-kruger-effect Dr. Lindsey Hankins is the Director of the School of Humanities and Assistant Professor of Theology at George Fox University: https://www.georgefox.edu/academics/undergrad/departments/religion/faculty/hankins.html Dr. Brian Doak is an Old Testament scholar and professor: https://www.georgefox.edu/academics/undergrad/departments/religion/faculty/doak.html If you enjoy listening to the George Fox Talks podcast and would like to watch, too, check out our channel on YouTube ! We also have a web page that features all of our podcasts, a sign-up for our weekly email update, and publications from the George Fox University community.