The Alisa Childers Podcast

#274 Navigating a Culture of Redefined Words, with Scott Allen

Nov 10, 2024

Scott Allen, author of "Ten Words to Heal Our Broken World," joins the discussion on redefining cultural language and its impact on faith. He dives into the dangers of shifting biblical meanings and the vital role of language in embodying truth and justice. The conversation also touches on the importance of equipping future generations with independent Bible study skills. Additionally, Scott explores the essence of freedom from a biblical perspective and the necessity of civic engagement in promoting biblical values.

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Quick takeaways

Preserving the original meanings of biblical words is crucial to prevent misconceptions about core Christian beliefs and prevent counterfeit gospels.

Language significantly shapes culture, and changing definitions can alter perspectives, making it essential to reclaim traditional meanings to influence society positively.

True faith involves both intellectual agreement and experiential trust based on evidence, contrasting with modern interpretations that often view faith as merely subjective.

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Redefining Words and Their Impact

The discussion revolves around the critical importance of maintaining the original meanings of words, particularly those defined by biblical scripture. Redefining words such as truth, authority, and justice can lead to a misunderstanding of the core beliefs of Christianity and can propagate counterfeit gospels. The speaker emphasizes that when culture co-opts such words, it alters their significance, ultimately misguiding individuals in their understanding of faith and spirituality. As a result, there is a pressing need for Christians to discern these shifts and reclaim the original definitions to preserve the integrity of the gospel.

Intro

4min

Cultural Transformation through Biblical Education

8min

The Crucial Role of Words in Faith and Culture

5min

Redefining Truth and Authority

9min

The Battle for Word Definitions in a Changing Culture

5min

The Evolution of Faith

6min

Equipping Kids for Independent Bible Study and Navigating Truth

3min

Redefining Faith and Beauty in Culture

9min

Exploring the Biblical and Philosophical Dimensions of Beauty

4min

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The True Essence of Freedom

9min

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The Call to Civic Engagement: Promoting Biblical Values

4min

Have you noticed how words are being redefined? Words like "justice" have become weaponized and used to argue for abortion through the phrase "reproductive justice." Words like "authority" have been cast in a negative light, and words like "freedom," "truth," and "beauty" have all received modern makeovers that can leave us talking past each other. In today's podcast, Scott Allen highlights these key words and demonstrates their biblical understanding and then analyzes them in light of how they are now used in culture.

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