The Uniting Power of the Incarnation

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The concept of the incarnation, as exemplified in Jesus, brings together the worlds of the bodily and the ideal, nature and grace. It asserts that theological inquiry should stem from this central point, emphasizing the merging of the physical and spiritual realms. This idea challenges the modern world's tendency to separate reality from the ideal, proposing that in Jesus, these realms are harmoniously united. This unity is crucial in addressing existential dilemmas and guiding theological discussions towards compassion, equality, and progress, showcasing the relevance and significance of the incarnation in everyday conversations and theological debates.

How can Christians offer grace, freedom, and truth in this current cultural moment? In this episode, Glen Scrivener and Andrew Wilson get practical.

If their books are correct in diagnosing the 21st-century West as post-Christian, what impact can this have on our approach to everyday evangelism, preaching, and parenting? They return to the observation that it is refreshing to be able to say to people, "Here's why you're right," rather than, "Here's why you're wrong."

They tease out the unique challenges of our current context and the need for Christians to offer counter-catechesis. Scrivener shares some examples of fruitful conversations he has had with friends and strangers, and Wilson reflects on how to engage with casual visitors in our churches—people who might not call themselves Christians but are recognizing the radical and foundational nature of Biblical teaching.

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Post-Christianity? is a podcast from The Gospel Coalition and The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Learn more about The Keller Center here.

The Good Book Company is the publisher of The Air We Breathe by Glen Scrivener. For 25% off books on Christianity and culture, go to thegoodbook.com/postpodcast.