How do we navigate a world increasingly hostile to Christian values?

In a recent devotional, Alexander Strauch sheds light on the challenging cultural landscape Christians face today. He describes a new kind of secularism that has emerged, one that is markedly different from the passive secularism of past decades. This new secularism is aggressive and confrontational, much like the hostile environment the Israelites faced in Babylon. It actively seeks to undermine Christian values and makes living a faithful Christian life more difficult.

Strauch emphasizes the importance of understanding the nature of this cultural shift to better equip ourselves to live out our faith. As Christians, we are called to stand firm in our beliefs, even when the surrounding culture is antagonistic. This requires a deep commitment to our faith and an awareness of the spiritual battle we are engaged in. By recognizing the challenges posed by this new secularism, we can better navigate the complexities of living as Christians in a secular world.

1 Peter 5:8-9 (NKJV): "Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world."