Elder Bongani reminded us from Acts 15 that salvation is by grace alone through faith in Christ with no cultural add-ons. The gospel transcends every culture, preserves what is good, and transforms what is broken.

Whether in our traditions, Ubuntu, or family identity, Jesus doesn’t erase who we are. He redeems it. Our truest identity? Children of the living God.

The call: practice cultural discipleship by engaging your culture with wisdom, honour Christ above all, and keep the gospel central.