Mike Day: This House Pt.20: Living As Faithful Exiles

Mike Day:- This House Pt. 20: Living As Faithful Exiles https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hsu8vlbtiYG02dj0eqZR7sOdIhTPuizN/view?usp=drive_link 1 Peter 2:11-12, Christians are encouraged to view their identity through a storied history and identity, similar to the Israelites in Babylon who were instructed to seek the welfare of the city where they were exiled. Relationship to Culture: Three approaches to this culture are identified: Separation (Bomb Shelter): Prioritizes isolation for protection and purity. Assimilation (Mirror): Prioritizes adapting to norms for relevance. Holy Presence (Salt & Light): Prioritizes intentional presence to foster transformation and influence. The Nature of Culture: Culture is considered inherently "good" as it is part of God's creation, where humans—made in God's image—are tasked with stewardship and cultivation. However, culture is also "fallen," creating a constant tension between its inherent goodness and its brokenness. Perspectives on Faith