by HopeCC | Nov 18, 2018 | Uncategorized
In brief, this cultural narrative states that politics will save us…if we get the right politicians elected. In contrast of this narrative, Jesus rejects political primacy, complacency, polarity, and simplicity. In other words, Politics is decidedly not the...
by HopeCC | Nov 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
There is a cultural belief that as time goes on, or as history progresses, everything gets better. To not move with the flow of the majority is to be “on the wrong side of history.” What does the Bible have to say about history? How does God view history?...
by HopeCC | Nov 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
Our culture tells us that truth and solutions to problems are based on science, logic, reason, and data. Consequently, moral reality is defined by individuals and does not exist in term of absolute truth.
Where does truth come from to Christians? What is truth to Christians?
by HopeCC | Oct 28, 2018 | Uncategorized
The identity narrative goes something like this: “You just need to be true to yourself. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.” How does the Bible speak to this cultural narrative? How do we, as Christians, allow what God says about our identity &...
by HopeCC | Oct 21, 2018 | Uncategorized
The freedom narrative might be stated as “each person should determine truth for themselves.” In this view, Christianity limits personal growth because it constrains freedom to choose our own beliefs and practices. According to this view,...