Part Three: Moving from Toxic Beliefs to Transforming Ones
Deconstruction is necessary
I understand the antagonism directed at oppressive, harmful belief systems because I have had my share of that resentment. We may not even be able to become more compassionate without first becoming more angry — angry enough to deconstruct all or parts of previous belief systems that no longer appear truthful or loving to us. That’s the serious message of this cartoon.
After deconstruction is reconstruction, moving to more expansive and compassionate beliefs.
Read MorePart Two: Moving from Toxic Beliefs to Transforming Ones
In this series on beliefs, let’s take our cue from this image of Jesus. Not only should we not try to beat up someone with the Bible, but we should also not do that with our progressive, integral beliefs about the Bible!
Read MorePart One: Deconstructing Our Faith Like Jesus Did His
The term “deconstruction” is becoming more common these days as a word that represents the process of dismantling toxic religious beliefs and practices. But it’s not a new spiritual act….
Read MoreThe Three Waves of Modern Charismatic Christianity
Most Christians are either aware of or have been a part of the Pentecostal and Charismatic Christianity of the twentieth century. These theologically conservative groups are reminiscent of the mystical phenomena seen in the book of Acts and identified by what they call the baptism of the Holy Spirit, speaking in tongues, spiritual gifts, healing, prophecy, and exuberant worship.
According to former Fuller Seminary Professor of Church Growth Peter Wagner, there were three waves of charismatic renewal in the twentieth century.
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