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The Church’s Role in a Secular Age: Holding Fast to the Gospel
Series: Biblical Authority, Cultural Challenges, and Faithful Witness Air Date: July 15, 2025 Host: Dave Jenkins🎧 Listen to the Audio:
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📄 Episode Summary:
In this episode, Dave Jenkins addresses a critical challenge facing the church today: how to remain faithful to the gospel in a secular age. With the rise of secularism and the decline of biblical authority in society, Christians must stand firm in the truth of God’s Word.In this episode, you’ll learn:- The rise and influence of secularism in education, politics, and culture
- How to uphold biblical authority in a world that rejects it
- Practical ways to live out the gospel in your daily life
- How the local church can serve as a transformative witness in society
📖 Key Scriptures:
- Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”
- Matthew 5:14–16 – “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.”
- Romans 12:2 – “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind…”
- Acts 4:12 – “There is salvation in no one else…”
- James 2:14–17 – “Faith without works is dead.”
🗝️ Key Points:
- The Rise of Secularism: How secular ideologies are shaping modern life.
- Upholding Biblical Authority: Why Scripture must remain our foundation.
- Faithful Cultural Engagement: Speaking the truth in love without compromise.
- Living the Gospel: Showing integrity, love, and service in everyday life.
- The Church’s Mission: Proclaiming Christ and serving our communities with boldness and grace.
