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I thought it was a great article, and most likely spot-on. We are in the end-times and Christ's return is getting closer and closer. That is becoming more and more clear as the wheat are being separated from the tares. The big blog of "Christianity" is being separated and lines are being drawn. I think it could produce a very strong (but small) Church in America. The way is narrow, though, ya know?
This quote was stinging but true...
"Being against gay marriage and being rhetorically pro-life will not make up for the fact that massive majorities of Evangelicals can't articulate the Gospel with any coherence."
meant to say "blob" not "blog"
I think there were definitely some good points in the article. I think part of the problem might be the division that separate Christians from each other. (denominations)
the "massive majorities of Evangelicals can't articulate the Gospel with any coherence" is a huge problem, and makes "us" look naive, and feeds a certain stereotype about Christians as a whole.
but that is just me, I'm not even sure I answered the question?!
I'm interested to hear your thoughts.
and I SO wish I had a small group to discuss things like this...so interesting. ;)erika
Jason, This article had many relevent points about evangelicalism today and how little effect we have had on culture. But, we are not called to change culture. We are called to articulate Jesus to those He brings in our path. And the fact that many who call themselves "Christian" cannot do that points to how poorly the church has equipped believers. The "seeker friendly" churches have not helped develop a strong discipleship force with their attention-getting, cutting-edge pablum they preach and the feel good ministries they provide. These are necessary, but should not be primary. Until a person comes to see himself as God sees him programs will just keep us busy, not effective soul winners. It all must go back to The Book. Show them who God is, how much He loves them, and what He has done for them and allow the Spirit to work. But we, as believers, must show them His love if we are ever to get the opportunity to show them Jesus.
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This article had a pretty good impact on me and then I read this article - http://www.genxrising.com/2009/03/denomination-in-dock.html
and it really articulates what we are facing as well as what I am learning at Discovery.
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