Olympic Ceremony Discussion and Call to Action

Don't be shocked when the world acts like the world!
In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus podcast, hosts Drew and Tim discuss the controversial opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics, calling on Christians to recognize the world's standards versus biblical standards. They reflect on the response from the Christian community, emphasizing the need to stand firm in faith without succumbing to offense. The conversation spans Olympic highlights, cultural observations, and the importance of evangelism and community engagement rooted in love and truth.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:33 Olympics Discussion: Sports Highlights
05:50 Controversial Opening Ceremony
12:41 Christian Response to the Ceremony
18:41 Finding Your Sphere of Influence
19:25 Recognizing and Addressing Wrongdoings
21:37 The Battle of Values
23:21 Standing Firm in Faith
24:58 Living Out the Great Commission
31:47 Judging Within the Church
35:07 Encouragement for Personal Growth
37:25 Final Thoughts and Call to Action