In the final episode of the season, Matt and Aaron examine the last three steps of contextualization: learn their perspective, speak truth, and be open to change. The good news of learning a new perspective is that the process can be fun. By hearing stories, watching movies and television, and building relationships with cultural informants, we can enjoy the journey of learning how others see the world. Then, after knowing our perspective and learning their perspective, we can begin to partner with locals to speak truth together. This is when contextualization happens best.
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“There’s culture happening all around you if you’re willing to watch, observe, and consume.”
“God’s spirit lives in them just as much as He lives in you and He can work through them as much as He can work through you.”
"In the long run, the local people will always do it better.”
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Episode Highlights:
✨ Recap of steps 1 & 2 for contextualizing well (4:33)
✨ Step 3: Learn Their Perspective (5:37)
✨ Finding Cultural Informants (17:21)
✨ Step 4: Speak Truth In Cooperation (31:37)
✨ 3 questions to ask yourself as you speak truth in cooperation (37:55)
✨ Step 5: Be Ready To Change Again (54:37)
✨ Final thoughts (1:02:59)
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Links:
Kindred Exchange Mission Audits - Learn more & sign up for the Nashville Mission Audit (August 25th-26th)
Ozark Christian College - Learn more about the The Master of Arts in Biblical Ministry with a concentration in Strategic Leadership
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Get Connected:
Connect with Aaron at aaron@kindredexchange.co
Connect with Matt at mcook@fhu.edu
