Preston Sprinkle | Exiles | Steve Brown, Etc.

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What can the first century church teach us about politics today? Maybe a lot. This week, Steve and the gang chat with author Preston Sprinkle about how we can create REAL change and influence. Preston's latest book is called "Exiles: The Church In The Shadow of Empire" (https://amzn.to/4anHAkE – @DavidCCookVideos). 🗝️ What do you think about Preston's premise? How are you faring in our current political season? Share your story in the Comments. 🗝️ While you're here, please help Key Life by clicking the 'Subscribe' button, then click on the BELL (on mobile devices, also click 'ALL'). Then you'll be the first to know when the newest episode of 'Steve Brown, Etc.' goes live! Get the best of Key Life in your inbox with Key Life Connection, our free weekly email: https://www.KeyLife.org/subscribe – includes FREE access to our behind-the-scenes 'SBE Insider' playlist here on YouTube. And be sure to download the Key Life app, now available for iPhone and Android: https://www.KeyLife.org/app GUEST BIO Dr. Preston Sprinkle is a biblical scholar, speaker, podcaster, and New York Times bestselling author. He is also the co-founder and president of The Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender. He earned a Ph.D. in New Testament from Aberdeen University in Scotland and has taught theology at Cedarville University, Nottingham University, and Eternity Bible College. Preston also hosts the “Theology In The Raw” podcast (@Theologyintheraw). His latest book is called "Exiles: The Church In The Shadow of Empire" (https://amzn.to/4anHAkE). Need more Preston? Preston Sprinkle | The Bible and Same-Sex Marriage – https://youtu.be/i6zPryWxTEY Preston Sprinkle | Understanding Transgenderism - Part 1 – https://youtu.be/sF-dMddlAEY Preston Sprinkle | Understanding Transgenderism - Part 2 – https://youtu.be/T-lDTQRwkYo 00:00 - Intro 03:44 - Meet Preston Sprinkle 06:07 - Why Preston's book IS about politics – but mostly the Bible 08:23 - The New Testament word that's ACTUALLY a political term 12:51 - What is 'political vs. partisan'? 19:02 - "The church should be a good influence on society..." 29:26 - The unexpected phenomenon of non-Christians embracing Christian values 32:16 - Why the church needs less distraction and more action 35:06 - Is Preston optimistic or pessimistic about our state of affairs? 37:40 - Steve's closing thoughts 40:02 - Next week's guest is... Follow us on Social! ▶ TWITTER - https://twitter.com/KeyLifeNetwork ▶ FACEBOOK - https://facebook.com/KeyLifeNetwork ▶ INSTAGRAM - https://instagram.com/keylifenetwork Key Life participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Some links may be affiliate links. We may get a small referral fee if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of these.