S6E189: New Creation 19: Olympic Outrage, Political Engagement, and the New Creation
Description
Michael and Jason discuss the controversy surrounding the opening ceremony of the Olympics, the different reactions to the controversy, and the binary nature of the response. They explore the idea of loving others while also standing firm in one's convictions. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the need for Christians to confront their own fears and trust in God's sovereignty, rather than getting caught up in the culture wars.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Discussion of Olympic Sports
09:40 - Controversy Surrounding the Opening Ceremony
14:09 - The Three Camps: Love, Outrage, and Indifference
16:46 - Escaping the Binary: Loving Others and Holding Firm to Convictions
30:18 - The Dangers of Binary Thinking
36:12 - Dealing with Fear and Anxiety
44:33 - The Role of the Church
53:20 - Finding Refuge in God