Two-age Sojourner Boot vs Tuininga on the Two-Kingdoms
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Apr 6, 2021 Dive into a spirited debate on the relevance of the two-kingdoms theory today! Explore how cultural anxieties fuel the monocovenantal viewpoint and its implications for the church's mission. Gain insights from early church examples during persecution and mission experiences in India. Delve into the dynamics of the debate, including strategic advantages and critiques of exegetical claims. Discuss covenantal shifts from Noah and Abraham, while considering the risks of triumphalism and political power. Tune in for a thought-provoking journey!
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Eschatology Is The Central Hinge
- The Two-Age framework reframes political engagement as living between the present age and the age to come.
- Matthew Tunninga's presentation clarified eschatology as the hinge of the two-kingdoms debate.
Indian Mission Lessons About Cultural Imposition
- Michael Beck recounts years of ministry in India to show how cultural change can make Christianity suspect.
- He warns that attempts to impose Western cultural norms strengthened rejection of Christianity there.
Transformationism Carries Emotional Weight
- The monocovenantal position carries heavy emotional appeal because it promises cultural transformation.
- That emotional weight forces Two Kingdom advocates to answer pragmatic questions about social engagement.
