Diversity is biblical, uncomfortable, beautiful, and rare. But it’s worth it.
This candid and thoughtful conversation, recorded at TGC25, explores the biblical vision of diversity—its connection to the gospel, the most challenging barriers, the best practices, and how to maintain a hopeful posture. Panelists Michael Aitcheson, George Robertson, Irwyn Ince, and Mark Vroegrop speak from the Scriptures and personal experience about how to help the church look more like heaven right now.
In This Episode
00:00 – Introduction and purpose of the meeting
02:31 – Introductions of panel members
04:38 – Personal journeys into biblical unity and diversity
23:47 – Biblical basis for biblical unity in diversity
36:56 – Challenges in applying the gospel in local contexts
50:55 – Encouragement and conclusion
Resources Mentioned:
The Last Segregated Hour: The Memphis Kneel-Ins and the Campaign for Southern Church Desegregation by Stephen R. Haynes
Worship Across the Racial Divide by Gerardo Marti
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