Nowhere in the Bible is there an exact definition of faith. The closest we get is Hebrews 11, which points to the ideas of assurance and conviction, but that's more of a description than a definition. This has left a ton of room for discourse and disagreement about its dynamic nature. Right from the start we've got Paul's view that we're justified by faith alone met with some … [Read more...] about Beatnik Christianity Pushes Back Against the Exclusivity of “Faith Seeking Understanding”
Philip Yancey
Wrong from the Start: How Christian Culture Keeps Pulling Us Away from Jesus
I love Jesus but loathe most elements of Christian culture. The reason is that Christian culture usually has little to do with following Jesus and when there is a direct connection it is often in direct conflict with The Way of Jesus. The more I study it the more I become convinced it's more influenced by Screwtape than the Holy Spirit. Let's be clear. This isn't about … [Read more...] about Wrong from the Start: How Christian Culture Keeps Pulling Us Away from Jesus
Why Is It So Hard to Find a Church Community Full of Sacred Humanists?
Have you ever come across an online description of a community that truly inspired you? As you read it, something deep within yourself came alive and you thought, 'I've finally found my people! Even if it's a mere fraction as good as it sounds, I need this in my life.' I had that experience a couple years ago with a community of secular humanists. Sorry for being unable to find … [Read more...] about Why Is It So Hard to Find a Church Community Full of Sacred Humanists?
