How the Church Compromises the Gospel by Seeking to be Relevant to the Culture
The spread of Christianity worldwide has brought forth a pressing issue - how to engage with the surrounding culture. In recent times, numerous churches have attempted to boost their relevance in society and attract new members by becoming more culturally relevant. However, this focus on relevance has led many churches to compromise on the biblical mandate to remain distinct from the world.
The pursuit of cultural relevance is not restricted to mainstream seeker-sensitive movements alone. This includes instances such as Andy Stanley's acquiescence to homosexuality, and mainline Protestant denominations' complete adoption of social activism. In fact, the endeavor to stay relevant in culture can be found in many subtle ways across various denominations, particularly in Evangelicalism, including such ways as music, preaching style, and most significantly, the church's attitude toward those who are lost…
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