There seems to be an assumption that if I know it, I will do it. If we are serious about application of the Scriptures, however, we have to realize the limits of oral proclamation of the Word of God just one of the ways to apply and explore the limits of becoming incarnate among our audience. I have much to write you, but I do not want to do so with pen and ink. I hope to see you soon, and we will talk face to face. Writing was one medium to get to a certain domain and level of learning.
Sound application addresses the whole person, all possible domains and all possible levels.
As a matter of fact, I had preached this truth among audiences who had given me feedback, saying that it was very impactful. I never stayed around to actually benefit from the expressions connected with that truth, but I trusted their word. Cultural Considerations I was assuming that this particular text in 1 Peter should also somehow address these Christian youth. I had spent some time in their world and observed their behaviors and speech in and outside the church building. I noticed that when church began, certain seats were always occupied by the youth.