1. Deeper Understanding of Culture

• • Gain insight into the value of culture as part of God’s creation.
  • Learn to identify and affirm redemptive aspects of cultures.
  • Understand how cultural beliefs, traditions, and practices shape communities.

2. Biblical Worldview Application

• • Develop the ability to discern cultural elements through a biblical lens.
  • Learn to integrate kingdom principles into areas like art, music, dance, language, governance, and social systems.

3. Respect and Honor for Diversity

• • Foster respect for cultural diversity, learning how to honor traditions without compromising biblical truth.
  • Embrace the role of every culture in reflecting God’s glory.

4. Restoration of Identity

• • Equip individuals to reclaim their cultural identity in a way that honors God.
  • Understand how to help others reconcile their identity with the redemptive story of the gospel.

5. Practical Engagement

• • Develop strategies to engage with and serve communities cross-culturally.
  • Learn to partner with local leaders to redeem and transform aspects of culture that reflect brokenness.

6. Creative Expression

• • Explore creative ways to communicate and express the gospel through the arts, storytelling, and traditional practices.
  • Encourage the use of indigenous art forms as worship and ministry tools.

7. Preparation for Cross-Cultural Ministry

• • Equip participants for contextualized missions or work in multicultural settings.
  • Understand how to communicate the gospel in a way that is meaningful and relevant to different cultural groups.

8. Empowerment to Teach and Lead

• • Train participants to mentor others in redeeming culture within their communities or spheres of influence.
  • Become advocates for cultural reconciliation and transformation globally.