What does the material suggest about the initial thrust of the gospel in relation to evil social institutions?

• A. The initial thrust is to challenge evil social institutions directly
• B. The initial thrust is not necessarily to challenge evil social institutions
• C. It is unrelated to social structures
• D. It requires immediate political reform

Answer: (B)

The main idea is that the gospel’s first aim is proclamation and the formation of a new community of faith, not a direct, immediate campaign against evil social institutions. This initial focus is on people turning to Jesus, embracing discipleship, and living out kingdom values in relationships and local gatherings. From that transformed core, social change can follow as churches embody a countercultural way of life, rather than as a upfront political confrontation. Therefore, the material suggests that the initial thrust is not necessarily to challenge evil social institutions. Immediate political reform isn’t the primary starting move; transformation begins with the gospel and the community it creates.