Episode 369: Temptations of the Church, Part Three--Relevance

As we look continue our series for Lent 2024, pastors Erica, Sarah, and Steve keep looking at modern-day temptations that the church faces in our own mission and work, and how they might echo the temptations Jesus faced in his own forty days in the wilderness.  And this time we'll explore the temptation to chase after attention, popularity, and the latest trend, all in the name of being "relevant."  What's the difference between being "seeker-friendly" and selling out?  What messages are we sending about our purpose and the good news if the things we are excited about are a church coffee bar or theater seating? And how do we deal with the impulse in a social media age to have to have a "hot take" on whatever controversy or outrage is roiling over the internet at any given moment?  All these questions and more shape our conversation as we look for ways to be engaged with the world around us without losing the right focus for our mission and ministry.  Join us for this conversation here on Crazy Faith Talk!