The Bible and Our Culture

How the devil is trying to pervert the qualities of Gen Z!

Each generation is different from the previous--especially with the rapid change in values and technology. 

Have great hope in God for what He has planned for Gen Z!

Each generation is different.  Acts 13:25,36

God has a purpose for each generation.

God wants His Church to be multi-generational and generationally diverse.

Today's Gen Z (Zoomers) are growing up in a significantly different culture than their parents.

Have great hope in God for what He has planned for Gen Z!

Both clauses regarding the Freedom of Religion protects the individual from government overreach. 

Where did the phrase "Separation of Church and State" come from?  What was it's context and how has it been perverted? 

Gideon got cocky and backslide, most by trying to be both Church authority and State authority and brought destruction.

Gideon was kind'a trans.  He was acting like a king, but he "identified" as a descendant of Aaron to also act as High Priest.

What does the first amendment say regarding "Separation of Church and State"?  

The concept has been perverted 180 degrees through loud repetition.  

 

The temptation of popularity.

Proverbs 18:12 "Before destruction the heart of a man is haughty, And before honor is humility."

Gideon got lazy and pride crept in.

Pride brings destruction to Gideon and the people around him.

Beware of those who want power but don't take responsibilities.  

Many unelected "gatekeepers" influence policy hiding in plain site.

 

Priorities: Tolerate those who will fight for God's people, but not those who are cowards.  

Gideon wisely accommodated the Ephraimites even though they were making false accusations against him because they were willing to fight.

Gideon was rightfully angry at those who wouldn't fight for the nation. 

Judges 7:23 - 8:17

After an amazing victory, Gideon has to use wisdom in diverse circumstances to enforce and maintain the victory.

Gideon responded wisely and refused to react foolishly.

Gideon didn't have tolerance for those who undermined the battle.

 

Battle the enemy within relationship with God's people.  Be active in your local church.  God will help us build our faith.  We can stand in faith and cause the enemy's plans.