"At many universities, the nations come to you ... which means you can be a cross-cultural missionary by knocking on the dorm or apartment door across the hall."

I am not a huge Driscoll fan, but I think this article has alot of food for us Fundamentalists (eventhough I don’t agree with all of it). I have tried to do much of the same thing here in my area. Many of us don’t do that. Many of us are not involved in the community very much. Getting involved in the community is the best way to be effective for the Gospel, IMHO.

Well, I’m definitely not a Driscoll fan, because any deliberate coarseness in the name of evangelism and the gospel bothers me greatly - and that seems to be the signature of several of these big-names. However, even with that caveat, six of the seven things listed were worthy of thought and putting into practice. This one, though, is troublesome.

3) Join the Greek system
There’s instant community established by living in the Greek system, and people in sororities and fraternities know everyone. Once you’re in, you become really well connected and are able to be on mission in an extreme environment. Yeah, I know: they sin a lot. So does everyone else in college. (1 Cor 9:19–23)

That’s a very cavalier attitude toward the exposure to riotous living, not to mention overstatement. And “Everybody does it” is not a reason to put oneself in that environment no matter what opportunities there are to evangelize.

Ann,

I agree with you on that one. the riotous living is troublesome….it was the overall substance that I do agree with. My point of agreement was not with the sin. But I do think the over all principle we can learn from. Many of is in IFB land, simply have an unbiblical view of the lost. We forget we are to go out into the world with the Gospel and I don’t beleive that we should only do it door-to-door. I think we need to be involved in lost people’s lives. I hope that is mroe clear than my initial post

I understand the point behind the urge to “Join the Greeks.” However, there are a multitude of other school organizations which would provide similar inroads without the “frat” reputation. (Plus, it is important to remember that not all Greeks maintain the “frat” persona. Some are organized with a focus upon community service or other endeavors.)

Clubs — Every university has a wide variety of student clubs. They range from those affiliated with particular majors (history, math, engineering, etc.) to athletic groups (cross-country, tennis, volleyball, etc.) to common interest (photography, theater, rock climbing, etc.). While clubs vary in size, they most definitely broaden one’s social circle beyond their immediate classmates.

Student Government — Ok, while this may sound cheesy, most Universities receive few nominations from students willing to serve in student government. However, those students who do participate and try to really do their job well are noticed by both faculty and students alike. As I speak, there’s a giant luau being held on the grounds outside the library at my University … sponsored by the SGA (Student Government Association).

Just a couple thoughts to ponder …

Good ideas Mary. That is the over-all point that I am driving at. Many of us Fundamentalists don’t do that and are missing a great opportunity for the Gospel.