Keith Simon, a pastor and author known for his insightful commentary on faith in modern society, dives into the challenges Christians face in an increasingly secular culture. He discusses his book, "Joyful Outsiders," advocating for a gospel-centered approach to navigate cultural clash without bitterness. Simon outlines six compelling roles for engaging culture—artist, protester, builder, advisor, ambassador, and trainer. He emphasizes the importance of winsome communication and finding joy in maintaining faith while impacting society positively.
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Joyful Outsider Status
Western naturalism pushes Christianity into a corner, making believers feel ashamed or bigoted.
Keith Simon encourages joyful acceptance of being an outsider, based on Jesus's teachings.
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Winsome Engagement
Engage culture winsomely, building bridges instead of walls.
Avoid compromising or conforming to worldly values.
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Christianity's Counter-Cultural Nature
Biblical Christianity has always been counter-cultural, regardless of societal appearances.
Focus on bearing witness within the culture rather than trying to "take it back".
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Are you struggling with how to engage modern culture as a Christian? Feeling like a biblical worldview makes you an outsider in today’s society? You’re not alone. As the gap between Christian values and secular culture grows wider, many believers are wrestling with how to maintain their faith without becoming bitter, fearful, or compromising.
In this episode, we’re joined by Keith Simon, pastor, author and co-host of Ten Minute Bible Talks and TruthOverTribe, to explore biblical responses to cultural Christianity, cancel culture, and the growing hostility toward traditional Christian values. His new book “Joyful Outsiders” provides a gospel-centered approach to navigating contemporary issues while maintaining both biblical truth and Christian joy.
We’re exploring topics from Keith's book, including: • Biblical cultural engagement vs. culture war Christianity • How to respond to secular culture as a Christian • Practical ways to share your faith in a post-Christian world • Finding your role in God’s kingdom as a culture-shaper • Christian living in hostile environments • Gospel-centered responses to cultural issues • Biblical wisdom for modern cultural challenges
Keith identifies six biblical models for cultural engagement: the artist, the protestor, the builder, the advisor, the ambassador, and the trainer. Through these Scripture-based examples, we’ll discover how to maintain biblical faithfulness while effectively engaging our post-Christian culture.
Whether you’re dealing with workplace hostility to Christianity, navigating social media as a believer, or seeking biblical answers to cultural issues, this conversation will equip you with practical wisdom for being a faithful Christian witness in an increasingly secular world.
Join us as we explore how to be culture-changing Christians who maintain both biblical conviction and Christ-like compassion in today’s challenging cultural landscape.
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