Are we letting culture shape our Christianity more than Christ?

Today, on the PREPPED Podcast, host James Spencer, PhD, explores how cultural narratives—like individualism, consumerism, and political ideologies—can subtly distort our understanding of Scripture. While these stories may contain fragments of truth and beauty, they often compete with biblical authority, reshaping our faith to fit a more comfortable version of reality.

Drawing from Matthew 6 along with other biblical insights, Dr. Spencer challenges us to examine how our cultural lenses may affect the way we read Scripture. With thoughtful reflection and practical examples, this episode invites our listeners to affirm what is good while staying grounded in God's Word. Learn how to engage culture critically, reject selective interpretations, and allow the Bible to transform your beliefs rather than simply confirm them.

(00:00) Navigating Cultural Narratives in Christianity
(06:11) Understanding Cultural Narratives in Bible Interpretation
(19:22) Cultural Narratives and Biblical Interpretation

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