Jonathan Dodson, founding and planting Pastor of Austin City Life, has written a beautiful piece of Critical Christian Cultural Engagement. His six ways to engage culture reflect true thoughtfulness in both their sheer insightfulness and simplicity. I especially found point 3 (Engage Biblical-theologically) captivating. Here’s my favorite quote:
Don’t begin with cultural convictions and end with biblical proof-texts; end with cultural wisdom by beginning with biblical-theological reflection. Start with the biblical text and reflect theologically on the cultural issue. Move from Text to Theology to Culture, not the other way around.
Read more of the article here.
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