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Embracing a Third Culture Church: Navigating Post-Christian Society with Christian Ray

Join Christian Ray, as he dives into the concept of a 'third culture' church. Drawing from his personal journey from post-communist Russia to leading a vibrant church in America, Christian explores the importance of cultural flexibility in today's post-Christian world. He shares compelling stories and biblical insights on how the church can influence the changing culture by going where people are, loving the 'wrong crowd,' and embodying the transformative power of truth. Discover how to maintain a dynamic, multi-cultural faith community that reflects the diverse society around us.

Key Takeaways 

00:00 Introduction and Speaker Background

00:47 Understanding Post-Christian Culture

02:56 The Concept of Third Culture

03:41 Personal Journey and Cultural Flexibility

05:17 First Culture vs. Second Culture

07:16 The Call for a Third Culture Church

10:01 Examples of Third Culture in Action

13:53 Challenges and Personal Stories

17:28 Conclusion: Embracing Third Culture