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More than Survivors

Sep 6, 2009
Cherry Creek Presbyterian Church

As we look at our text this morning in Acts 17, what might we learn from the life of Paul back in the first century, in terms of sharing the Gospel, that might translate into the challenges we face today? Instead of Paul being overwhelmed with what he faced when he entered the city of Athens - a city not unlike what we have today (i.e. pluralistic in terms of differing philosophies and inclusive in the sense that there were many gods); Paul determined to be More than a Survivor by hoisting the sails of opportunity. How did he do that? What can this chapter teach us in terms of engaging a largely pagan culture? Are we willing to follow the example of Paul and look for connecting points with those outside of Christian faith? Are we willing to move beyond the anticipated disrespect and resistance in order to bear faithful witness? And are we willing to show the same kind of interest in what others value, as we expect others to show in what we value?