Difficulties of urban ministry

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– There are a large number of churches who have moved away from inner cities and those Christians living in the big cities often say that there are not enough churches in our cities. What are some of the reasons that might make it difficult or discouraging to minister or evangelize in the big cities?
– What is it about ministry to New Yorkers that ignites a passion in Matt Recker’s heart?
– How is a big city like Rome, in Paul’s day, or NYC in our day a vehicle for sharing the gospel around the world?
– What are some Bible passages or Biblical principles that can help people to minister to those who look different than us?

Being a fool for Christ’s sake

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Matt Recker (Pastor of Heritage Baptist Church – NYC, author) gives advice to a listener (maybe even a preacher) who is afraid to be a fool for Christ’s sake in order to reach someone lost in sin with the Gospel of Jesus Christ

1/30/18 – Behold the City: Reaching the Inner Cities of America

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Behold the City: Reaching the Inner Cities of America. We are joined by Matt Recker (Pastor, Author). Topics discussed include: State of the Union under President Trump. Abortion in NYC and other issues that need to be confronted. The difficulties of urban ministry. Our opportunity to reach souls from all around the world in our big cities.

What should be the message to those enslaved by any sinful lifestyle?

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What should be the message to those enslaved by any sinful lifestyle?

To those who bash Christians for holding a Biblical view on homosexuality

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What is the message to those who “bash” us for holding a Biblical position on the issue of homosexuality?

Scriptures stating that homosexuality is not God’s design

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What are some passages in Scripture that state homosexuality is not God’s design?

Are Christians unloving if they refuse to accept homosexuality?

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Mark Sandlin wrote an article entitled, “Clobbering “Biblical” Gay Bashing” http://www.patheos.com/blogs/thegodarticle/2011/10/clobbering-biblical-gay-bashing/
One of the first points Mark makes in the article is basically that Christians are not “loving” if they refuse to accept homosexuality. Is he wrong with that assessment?
– One of the things often cited by those who agree with Mark is that, “Jesus never said a word about homosexuality. In all of his teachings about multiple things, he never said that gay people should be condemned.” Did Jesus not say anything about homosexuality, or did he?

1/29/18 – Beyond the Bashing–Who’s Doing It? Why?

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Beyond the Bashing–Who’s Doing It? Why? Topics discussed include: Southern CA high school teacher is heard slamming the military. Did Jesus not say anything about homosexuality, or did he? What are some passages in Scripture that state homosexuality is not God’s design? What should be the message to those enslaved by any sinful lifestyle?

Should persecution come as a surprise to those who live Godly?

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Should persecution come as a surprise to those who live Godly?

Who are the major drivers of Christian persecution today around the world?

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Who are the major drivers of Christian persecution today around the world – governments, religious entities, or perhaps syndicated crime entities?