Culture Shock: A Biblical Response to Today's Most Divisive Issues
We live in a reactionary culture where divisive issues arise,
people on either side throw stones, and everyone ends up more
entrenched in their opinions than in reaching common ground--or
even exhibiting common courtesy! If there ever was a time for
Christians to understand and communicate God's truth about
controversial and polarizing issues, it is now. Believers must
develop convictions based on research, reason, and biblical
truth--and be able (and willing) to communicate these convictions
with a love and respect that reflects God's own heart.
In Culture Shock, bestselling author, pastor, and radio
personality Chip Ingram shows readers how they can bring light
rather than heat to the most controversial and divisive issues of
our day. Covering topics such as right and wrong, sex,
homosexuality, abortion, politics, and the environment, Culture
Shock is every engaged believer's must-have guidebook to
replacing reactionary hate with revolutionary love.
From the Back Cover
Discover how you can bring light--not heat--to cultural
conversations.
"In Culture Shock, Chip Ingram delivers a calm, purposeful,
Biblical approach to the hot-button issues of our day. For pastors,
teachers, and laypersons, this book will smooth the rough edges on
the controversial topics plaguing your church."--Dr. Tony
Evans, founder and president, The Urban Alternative; senior
pastor, Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship
"Is it possible to articulate timeless Biblical truth without
resorting to anger and argument? Is it possible to lovingly embrace
those with whom we disagree without compromising our beliefs? The
answer to both of these questions is a resounding YES--and Chip
Ingram explains how it's all possible in this timely and relevant
book."--Jim Daly, president, Focus on the Family
"Why am I not surprised that Chip Ingram chose to tackle all of the
tough topics that others avoid? For decades Chip has applied
Biblical truth to everyday challenges. His writing is just like his
teaching--practical, informative, and convicting."--Dave
Stone, pastor, Southeast Christian Church
Top Highlights
“on a personal level we operate on the basis of absolutes” (source)
“And later this evolved more specifically to, ‘What will work for me?’” (source)
“Researchers have discovered the release of a hormone or enzyme that promotes bonding in a man when he has sex with a woman. It has also been shown to cause a man to have a desire to open up, set aside his insecurities, and become self-revealing.” (source)
“God no more condemns the gay person than He does those who have sex outside of marriage, live together before marriage, lust with their eyes, are greedy in their consumption, or swindle in their business.” (source)
“Less than half of those who describe themselves as ‘born-again’ believe that anything is ‘absolutely true.’[3]” (source)
Product Details
- Title : Culture Shock: A Biblical Response to Today's Most Divisive Issues
- Author: Ingram, Chip
- Publisher: Baker
- Publication Date: 2014
- ISBN: 9781441246264
Chip Ingram is the teaching pastor and CEO of Living on the Edge, an international teaching and discipleship ministry. A pastor for over thirty years, Chip is the author of many books, including Culture Shock, The Real Heaven, The Real God, The Invisible War, and Love, Sex, and Lasting Relationships. Chip and his wife, Theresa, have four grown children and twelve grandchildren and live in California.