Double-Shot – Contextualisation Gone Mad!

May 22, 2010 3

Phil Johnson provides two examples; swearing (cursing) in the name of evangelism & cage fighting / martial arts to relate to men in church.

Right now I’m cringing and grieving at the same time, but sadly, nothing surprises me now.

HT: Erik Raymond

Nathan W. Bingham is a Christian, technology and social media enthusiast (geek), seminary graduate, and blogger. He serves as Internet Outreach Manager for Ligonier Ministries and is passionate about the relationship between faith, technology, and life.

Get FREE Updates In Your Inbox

Want more info?

3 Responses to “Double-Shot – Contextualisation Gone Mad!”

  1. Don B May 22, 2010 at 10:14 pm #

    “He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!” Revelation 22:20

  2. Brian Kooshian May 22, 2010 at 11:50 pm #

    I may be wrong, but it seemed to me that the cage-fighting video was intended as a comedic spoof.

  3. Matthew Johnston May 23, 2010 at 5:55 pm #

    Vile stuff is incorrect contextualisation!