tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6764492997214691272.post-6195236407200589872008-06-24T10:19:00.002-06:002008-06-24T10:31:43.204-06:00<p><br /><object height="344" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/V4wFWbNDUZQ&amp;hl=en"><br /><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/V4wFWbNDUZQ&hl=en" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="344"></embed></object></p><br /><p>Dear friends, I wanted to post this video link interview with Dr. Mark Dever because in this he addresses a very popular concept in modern mission discussions over the concept of "redeeming the culture." His nuances and insights are very helpful and I believe very much so right on concerning this concept of how we as believers are to think about and engage culture. He like many others have found themselves uneasy about the very well intentioned and commendable brothers who have been seeking to "redeem the culture" - meaning seeking to see real transformation take place in our cities. We need to care for the poor, we need to be agents of change in social and political context - however, is this "the gospel"? Is it a reflection of the gospel? Most certainly. However tied to some of the "missional"/"redeeming the culture" talk would be ideas and language that seems to reflect more on the changing of "social structures" - and that being the "gospel." Listen to what Dr. Dever has to say. It is very insightful, especially in his concerns - and look for the nuances he gives, as they are very insightful and helpful in sharpening our thinking on this issue.</p>Matthewnoreply@blogger.com