Darrel Bock, noted New Testament scholar, published a great article with CT, “When the Media Becomes a Nuisance.” Amidst all of the the claims against the gospel, the person of Jesus, the veracity of the Bible, and the Christian ethic, Christians must be able to raise their voices clearly and effectively. Bock concludes his article with the following advice:
We need to understand that public discussion of the Christian faith has changed—permanently. So the next time you hear an earth-shattering announcement about Jesus from the media, don’t get angry. Rather, take three deep breaths, sit down with your Starbucks coffee, and watch how the announcement is treated on blogs and other media. Above all, prepare yourself for the opportunities it presents.
This is how religious news comes to us now. It requires a fresh response.
This one is a must read!
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