Sermon

The Line of Despair (Part 1)

February 3, 2009 | Jerram Barrs

Jerram Barrs explores the concept of the “line of despair,” a term coined by Francis Schaeffer to describe the point at which modern culture rejects absolute truth, leading to despair. Barrs discusses the implications of this shift for contemporary thought, highlighting the need for Christians to address cultural despair with the hope and truth of the Gospel.

Jerram Barrs (MDiv, Covenant Theological Seminary) is the founder and resident scholar of the Francis A. Schaeffer Institute at Covenant Theological Seminary, where he is professor of Christian studies and contemporary culture. He and his wife served on staff with L’Abri Fellowship in England for 18 years. Jerram and his wife, Vicki, have three sons and seven grandchildren.