Cities

Grace and The City

Tim Keller is unapologetic about the city. In this extended talk that combines two sessions, he suggests that cities are a gift from God and explains what defines a city and how we find grace in the city.

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Social Sector

Three Ways with Families

Recently, some scholars and cultural observers have decried the so-called "decline of the family." In parts of Asia and Europe, for example, the birth-rate has fallen below replacement levels. Many blame secular society's penchant for individualism and call for a return to the so-called "traditional" view of the family. But pastor Tim Keller says the gospel-based community practices a view of family that is contrary to both secular and traditional societies.

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Gospel

The Both/And of the Gospel

The 21st century church often polarizes itself into those who are culturally engaged, missionally minded and socially involved and those who emphasize the preservation and preaching of orthodox doctrine and evangelism. The former accuse the latter of truncating the story of God’s purposes in this world. The latter believe that in reaching for cultural relevance the former are letting go of Biblical truth. Both groups are right in their concerns and wrong in their responses. In fact, these two extremes present us with a false choice. Missional engagement in the world is not only compatible with classic, orthodox theology — it requires it. John Stott is right: “God is a God of both justice and justification.”


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Church

What Role Should the Bible Have in Society?

Interpreting the Bible has become a divisive issue for some and little more than sport for others. Some want to talk about the “authority” of Scripture. They’re asking questions like, “How is the Bible authoritative in our lives today?” Others are wondering if the word “inerrancy” is making a comeback. Is it? Or is the term only useful for theological debates, to separate those who are “in” and those who are “out”? How then should we interpret the Bible as God’s word for our culture today?


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Gospel

The Gospel and Humor

Christians believe the gospel should inform all we do, but have you ever considered how it might shape your sense of humor? Pastor Tim Keller says self-righteousness leads to mocking others or humorlessness. The gospel, however, creates a gentle sense of irony.


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Cities

The Five Ministry Fronts in the City

The grace and kingdom emphases of the gospel compel us to be city-centric, and no one ministers to the city better than Tim Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian in New York. But what makes this community so successful in a place where others have failed? Tim Keller shares five ministry fronts that have contributed to Redeemer's successes.


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Gospel

Wisdom and Sabbath Rest

Rest, ironically, is an activity that must be prepared for and then pursued. The purpose of Sabbath, however, is not simply to rejuvenate yourself so you can produce more during the rest of the week. Nor, is Sabbath the simple pursuit of sleep and pleasure. Tim Keller explains what a biblical Sabbath looks like in our busy world.

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Church

The Gospel and Sex

If we can demonstrate healthy sexuality as a Church, what unlimited redemption is possible for our starving, sex-crazed culture? Tim Keller outlines a compelling and orthodox sexual ethic, and the proper role of singleness and marriage within the Church.


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