It creates bridges, as did the flesh of the God-man. I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some. Though I am free and belong to no man, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible. Circumcision illustrates this principle. However, accommodation to a people halts if it is in conflict with Scripture.
Incarnational ministry is flexible, without compromise.
A missionary probably cannot completely identify with those served. This is due to differences in mother tongue, worldview, education and often economic level. He lives exactly as they live in the jungle. Yet he is more than a Motilone, having access to education and other North American resources. However he maintains that complete cultural identification is not possible.