![]() ![]() So, they saw those around them in life as their personal responsibility before God. They knew they-not their pastor for them-would one day stand before Jesus accountable for the lives of the people around them. And they too struggled with fears of rejection and ridicule just like us.īut the church of yesteryear did, however, understand Jesus’ Great Commission to disciple the world as a personal responsibility (Matthew 28:19-20). In fact, most Christians never preached a sermon or taught a lesson plan or wrote a book or a blog. Throughout church history, most believers did this anonymously. Good policies, good programs, and pastors preaching great sermons are all important, but, historically, it’s been regular, everyday Christians living out the gospel in the daily ruts and routines of life that have shaped society most for God. God’s timeless solution lies in his work through everyday believers. How can you personally make a difference that shapes the culture for Jesus Christ? The people God uses So, what can we do? How do God’s people respond? ![]() And our kids deserve a better world to inhabit. It leaves us feeling somewhat helpless, certainly discouraged, perhaps even frustrated, and angered. The erosion was subtle for decades, but it seems like a landslide is now underway. We see it slipping away before us in many key spheres of life: government, business, media, education, sports, the home! ![]() Godly influence is declining across the board. Huge shifts are occurring in our culture. ![]()
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