He argues the practice was countercultural in the first century (including men covering their heads in the surrounding world), and also grounds it in the Trinity and creation order; what does it imply about God’s wisdom and intentions if obedience sometimes makes Christians look strange both then and now?
Another way to ask: If obeying God made Christians look strange in the first century and can still look strange today, what might that say about God’s wisdom? How does that affect how you think about obedience?
Direct Answer
Finny’s argument implies God’s commands are not designed mainly to match any culture; they can confront both ancient and modern norms because they express a divine order rooted in God’s nature and creation.
Support from Transcript:
He says the head covering “does not align with the culture of the time… it was countercultural then,” including showing images of men covering their heads in surrounding practices.
He lists reasons the practice is transcultural: “God’s nature, the Trinity… headship order,” and that Paul “grounds his argument in creation in the first couple chapters of Genesis.”
He adds Paul will reference “the angels,” which are “outside of our local culture.”
He frames Scripture as giving “a way to order our lives… healthy and strong,” even when it feels strange.
He warns Satan pushes the interpretation “this is crazy… God does not have your best interests at heart,” suggesting obedience tests trust.
Discussion Follow-ups
If a command is rooted in Trinity/creation, it may clash with multiple cultures over time. Are you prepared for obedience to make you look “odd” not just to outsiders but even within parts of the church?
