Outside Ourselves The Dangers of Gospel Drift with Jared C. Wilson
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May 7, 2025 Jared C. Wilson, Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry and author at For the Church, dives into the essential themes of his book, *Lest We Drift*. He outlines five dangers of drifting from gospel-centrality, emphasizing the importance of grace and Christ's righteousness in spiritual assurance. Wilson also addresses the fragmentation within evangelicalism, influenced by political divisions and social media, and urges believers to maintain their focus on gospel-centered preaching amidst cultural shifts.
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Rise and Fragmentation of YRR
- The Young Restless Reformed movement arose from a reaction to seeker-sensitive and emergent church models.
- It emphasized gospel centrality but has now splintered into many factions due to political, social, and cultural pressures.
Personal Revival in Brokenness
- Jared Wilson's renewal arose amid deep personal brokenness and despair.
- He discovered the gospel is not only for the lost but for Christians themselves, revitalizing his faith.
Core Tenets of Gospel-Centeredness
- Gospel-centeredness means the whole Bible points to Jesus, change comes by grace, and our validation rests on Christ's work, not ours.
- This understanding frees believers from anxiety and condemnation, anchoring their identity in Christ's finished work.
