Expression
So, Asians are accused of being indirect... Here I try (with possibly very poor results) to break that stereotype for the glory of God and the edification of the Body of Christ. (Note: this reflects not only my experiences as an Asian-American but the rest of my life as well; they are inseparable.)
Friday, May 26, 2006
culture and communication from 02.24.06
I was taught that, as Christians, we should always strive to speak the truth in love. Aside from the debate over whether that's taking Ephesians 4:15 out of context or not, that raised a question... What if we, as fallen humans, feel we can't speak the truth in love, is it better, then, to speak the truth in spite (or some other unloving motive) or to not say anything at all? From my observation, it seems to me that people's responses are more a result of their culture and/or temperament than of their Christian commitment. But is there a more inherently Christian response? Or is the more culturally acceptable response better (less offensive)? Or is this a moot point because falling short is falling short and no response is better?
:: redeemed4hisglory @ 11:35 PM ::
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