Is the state of the culture a report card for the church?
I think I first heard Kevin DeYoung and John Piper ask and answer
that question. They both concluded “no.” I think I agree with them.
There is no direct relationship between the effectiveness of the church
and the broader unbelieving culture.
Yet, it seems most Christians tend to assume a relationship. If the
church was doing _____ then the culture wouldn’t ______. Because the
church is weak in _____ the society is experiencing ______.
Many Christians too readily draw these kinds of conclusions. I think
it’s well-intended. What Christian doesn’t want to see the church have a
lasting positive impact on their society? Continue at Thabiti Anyabwile
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