what does the bible say?
The Tangible Kingdom Movement, based on the 2008 book The Tangible Kingdom: Creating Incarnational Community by Hugh Halter and Matt Smay, advocates for Christians to embody Christ's character through acts of service, love, and acceptance. While this approach aims to make faith more relatable in a postmodern context, it raises concerns about potentially minimizing essential doctrinal teachings and the clear presentation of the gospel message. Scripture calls believers to be Christ's ambassadors (2 Corinthians 5:20) and to live out their faith in practical ways (James 2:14–17). However, it also emphasizes the importance of sound doctrine (Titus 2:1) and being prepared to explain the hope within us (1 Peter 3:15). The movement's focus on incarnational living presents both opportunities and challenges for Christians seeking to effectively share their faith in today's cultural landscape.