Truth Unites Before Dunking on Keller … Consider This
Oct 10, 2025
Gavin Ortlund tackles the complex relationship between Christians and politics, defending third-wayism against its critics. He clarifies that this approach emphasizes biblical principles over political alignment, urging fair engagement with its ideas. The discussion touches on the dangers of divisive online discourse and the need for Christian charity in communication. Ortlund also warns about the fragmentation caused by secondary doctrines and encourages humility and respectful disagreement using historical examples.
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Context Matters In Comparing Figures
- Gavin Ortlund urges considering differences of calling and context before comparing public figures like Tim Keller and Charlie Kirk.
- He warns against unfair comparisons that ignore distinct roles such as pastor versus political commentator.
Critique By Steel-Manning
- Gavin asks critics to steel-man third-wayism instead of caricaturing it as moral equivalency or cowardice.
- He insists critiques should engage the best and clearest formulations of the view before rejecting it.
Bible Over Partisan Middle Ground
- Third-wayism, as explained by proponents, aims to let the Bible set the agenda rather than find a political middle ground.
- Gavin emphasizes it's not moral equivalency but obedience to biblical priorities that may rearrange modern political furniture.
