On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ross Ferguson talk about the tricky issue of the church "engaging the culture." What should that look like? What should it not? From participation in Halloween to navigating cultural artifacts like movies, music, or even politics, what are some ways Christians should think about such things?

Episode 178: Spitballing on Cultural Engagement

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Episode 178: Spitballing on Cultural Engagement

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