Justin Taylor outlines a thoughtful article from Ted Turnau on how to partake in, engage, and respond to pop culture.

Whatever else popular culture is, it is not trivial, because it is an expression of faith and worship.

• Not all popular culture is equally meaningful.
• Not every piece of popular culture is appropriate for engagement.
• Popular culture works by creating imaginative landscapes for us to inhabit.
• When thinking about a piece of popular culture, it pays to know the tricks of the trade.
• Every piece of popular culture is a complicated mixture of grace and idolatry.
• Think carefully about how to undermine the idol, and how the gospel applies to the piece of popular culture you’re sharing with friends.
• Look for occasions where you can experience popular culture together with friends and family (both Christian and non-Christian).