The Courage to Say No
Big Idea: Exiles represent Jesus by rejecting the idols of their culture.
Exile: A citizen of God’s kingdom who lives in the tension of being in the world but not of it.
Exiles represent Jesus by rejecting the idols of their culture.
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Exiles say no when everyone else is saying yes.
Idol: Anything that is more central to your happiness, purpose, or identity than God.
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When the heat is turned up, exiles turn to hope.
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When exiles stay faithful, God shows up.