like a fire

I just picked up on an article written by Steve Argue over at The Journal of Student Ministries. Apparently there is some disagreement with the article and I was surprised when I read it.

According to Argue’s perspective, it is time that we stopped using military language and imagery in our youth ministries, especially when speaking to people who are not a part of the kingdom. The current state of war and the militant attitude of certain organizations no doubt make war imagery a hot topic. I wonder how directed this message is to them.

I think that if there is a kingdom, then there is a king, and that kingdom must be defended. I also think that Ephesians 6 is very clear (at least to some) about the fact that we are at war and how we should fight it. Unlike some people who treat others as the enemy, I think we should know our enemy and his tools to take over our kingdom. I talk more about that here.

It was a good article and well written. I’m glad it sparked so much thought. Please check it out if you have some time.