Theology Q&A Theology Q&A: Image of God, Churches with Different Theology, Evangelism Tactics, KJV, Adult or Infant Baptism, Feeling Distant from God, Islam
Jan 14, 2026
They discuss what 'image of God' means after the Fall and whether any part of it remains. They weigh staying in a church that holds different theology and practical limits on participation. They consider evangelism tactics modeled in Acts and how to find contemporary cultural entry points. They debate King James versus modern texts, and the differences between infant and adult baptism. They address feeling distant from God and how to engage Islam pastorally.
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Paul Adapts Message To Audience
- Paul adapts his sermon text and balance of law/gospel to each audience, showing evangelistic flexibility.
- Wolfmueller notes Paul preaches resurrection to pagans, Christ to Jews, and tailored arguments to each setting.
Match Law And Gospel To The Conscience
- Tailor law and gospel proportionally to conscience: thunderous law for proud sinners, gentle gospel for despairing ones.
- Use discernment because pride and despair often hide behind each other's symptoms.
No Single Cultural Text For Modern Evangelism
- Modern culture lacks a shared 'key text' or meta-narrative, making Paul's tactic of quoting common texts harder today.
- Wolfmueller suggests personal media (movies/music) function as individual texts shaping identity.
