24-0114p - Detailed Summary

Del Tackett discusses the final session of his series on threats to society, focusing on the attack on the biblical family.

Distinguishes the biblical family from the contemporary, distorted use of the term "family."

Notes that Satan’s strategy involves destroying relationships, with the family being a primary target.

The biblical family is described as the heart of culture, and its destruction is seen as a means to destroy the culture itself.

Highlights the alignment of various forces against the biblical family.

Jesus refers back to Genesis to discuss marriage in response to a question on divorce, emphasizing the original design of male and female for unity.

God’s purpose for creating male and female is for unity and becoming one flesh.

Malachi 2:15 is cited to show God’s intent for marriage to produce godly offspring.

This concept is contrasted with modern cultural views that can provoke controversy even among Christians.

The command to be fruitful and multiply given to both humans and animals, linking it to God’s purpose for sexuality.

Human sexuality is designed for marriage and family, not as a standalone identity.

Modern culture views sexuality as central to personal identity, exemplified by cultural icons like Helen Reddy, which contradicts the biblical perspective.

Contemporary culture sees sexuality as a personal, private aspect, unrelated to marriage or family, which is incompatible with biblical teachings.

The separation of sexuality from its divine context allows for redefinitions of marriage, family, and identity, leading to extreme personal expressions like Miley Cyrus’s pansexuality.

Describes how self-declared gender identities and pronouns can lead to drastic personal and legal consequences, emphasizing the self-centered nature of these declarations.

Discusses how disconnection from traditional roles reduces sex to a commodity or casual activity, devoid of its sacred purpose.

Links Marxist ideology with the destruction of family, seen as part of Satan’s broader strategy against God’s relational design.

The biblical family’s role in fostering ethical, hardworking, and moral society members is highlighted, noting how its destruction undermines culture.

Suggests that societal forces like media and policies contribute to the decline of the family, aligning with Marxist goals.

Media portrayal of marriage and motherhood negatively impacts perceptions, promoting single parenthood and devaluing traditional roles.

Media and popular culture largely depict traditional family structures negatively or ignore them, influencing youth to avoid marriage.

Highlights the pervasive nature of pornography in the U.S., affecting young men significantly and distorting the view of marriage and intimacy.

Describes how pornography is not only widespread but also increasingly accepted, even above environmental concerns like recycling.

Welfare policies and tax laws are critiqued for encouraging single-parent homes, particularly affecting African American communities.

Discusses Roe v. Wade’s impact on family values, framing abortion as an issue of personal freedom over life.

Various addictions, including sexual, alcohol, and drug addiction, are seen as major contributors to family breakdown.

Critiques feminism for undermining the notion of absolute truth, leading to a shift from noble male and virtuous female roles to a compassion not guided by wisdom or righteousness.

Modern compassion is described as not leading to fruitfulness or righteousness but being evil at its core.

Feminism is critiqued for undermining the virtuous female and noble male roles.

Society encourages men to adopt more feminine traits, specifically a malevolent form of compassion, to be significant.

Public figures, including statesmen, are noted for their rush to demonstrate compassion, which is seen as misdirected.

Compassion is an attribute of God, but the current cultural expression is criticized for being unbridled by truth and wisdom.

Human sexuality has been separated from its divine purpose within the biblical family, leading to a focus on personal identity.

Three observations are introduced regarding feminism’s impact on human sexuality.

There’s a disconnect from the divine purpose of male and female roles in the biblical family, focusing instead on personal significance in sexuality.

Feminism and the attack on human sexuality have led to the denigration of roles within the biblical family, particularly the virtuous female.

The traditional male role is now often referred to derogatorily as the "toxic male," pushing for men to adopt more feminine traits.

The femininity promoted is described as malevolent, not true to its divine design.

Elevating personal sexuality to the essence of identity leads to negative cultural impacts.

Sexuality is no longer seen in relation to male and female roles as designed by God but as an individual’s core identity.

Human sexuality is treated as a private, personal identity marker, disconnected from marriage or family.

Examples include transgenderism, homosexuality, and pansexuality, with Miley Cyrus cited as an example of fluid identity.

The creation of personal pronouns is highlighted as an extreme consequence of this identity focus.

The case of a Canadian father arrested for not using his daughter’s preferred pronouns illustrates the cultural shift.

This cultural shift is seen as an attack on God’s design for human sexuality and family.

The biblical worldview does not support the notion that sexuality is the essence of one’s identity.

Nowhere in Scripture is sexuality described as the essence of identity.

This shift is seen as anti-biblical, anti-social, and detrimental to cultural health.

Studies show that strong family life correlates with numerous positive social indicators.

Intact families significantly reduce the likelihood of poverty for their members.

Dysfunctional families correlate with higher rates of poverty and crime, particularly gang-related activities.

A vision of a society with intact families would show reduced crime, poverty, and increased community responsibility.

The church is urged to reflect on how it supports or fails to support the biblical family.

Like checking for ticks, the church must look into issues that might be harmful if ignored.

Church preaching and teaching often do not reinforce the biblical family model.

Congregants are usually addressed as individuals rather than families in church settings.

Without a vision for the biblical family, it will perish; this vision is part of the engagement project.

Families should be taught to love their neighbors, embodying the biblical command to love one’s neighbor.

Examples of families praying for and engaging with their community are given to illustrate a family mission.

The primary work of the kingdom is seen to be with the Christian family, not just evangelists or the church institution.

The vision of family ministry and mission is crucial for cultural health and hope.

Believers are encouraged not to lose hope amidst cultural threats.

Christians are urged to live out the roles of noble males and virtuous females.

There’s a call to safeguard children from cultural influences, particularly through technology like smartphones.

The attack on the family is described as pervasive, like an insidious smoke.

Reaffirmation that strong family structures lead to better social outcomes.

Reflects on a personal experience of safety and community in a society with intact families.

Various cultural forces are actively working to undermine the family structure.

Compares the current cultural choices to the biblical choice between blessings and curses.

Encourages steadfastness and hope in maintaining biblical principles amidst cultural decay.

Reiterates the need to focus on building and nurturing families with determination against cultural attacks.

The webinar series concludes with acknowledgment of the ongoing, relentless attacks on the family.

An invitation is extended for any immediate response or action from the attendees, followed by a communal singing.