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Recognizing the Messages Shaping Our Culture
Episode Summary
Messages about identity, sexuality, authenticity, and self-expression surround us every day. In this Weekly Watch episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins examines the cultural narratives surrounding identity, sexuality, authenticity, and self-expression. Looking to Colossians 2:8, Dave explains why Christians must exercise biblical discernment and evaluate every message according to God’s Word rather than cultural assumptions. He also discusses the importance of the local church, discipleship, and maintaining confidence in Christ’s sovereign reign while engaging a confused culture with truth and compassion.Listen
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Episode Highlights
- Why cultural messages are never spiritually neutral.
- How modern narratives shape beliefs about identity and desire.
- Why Christians must evaluate ideas through Scripture.
- The difference between tolerance and endorsement.
- Why the local church is essential for spiritual growth.
- How Christ’s sovereign rule gives confidence in confusing times.



