new(ish) directions
August 30I came across an article at Open Source Theology this evening called “Outline of an Emerging Theology.” Andrew’s thoughts are moving in a lot of great directions. It’s a far more articulate version of ideas I’ve been tossing around for the past several months.
Have a glance if you like. I’m looking for like-minded others in the area.
[ things are a bit rough on my end at the moment. ]
September 1st, 2006 at 1:28 am
Be sure to behold the MP3’s of Tom Wright at that site, too, everyone. You may shat yourselves. He’s rockin’ my world. For those who don’t know, he’s THE pre-eminent New Testament scholar of our time. Brilliant mind and an awesome communicator. A real blessing to the people of God.
September 12th, 2006 at 9:05 pm
Hooray for newish directions! I’m pretty much on board with what Andrew said, however it was rather vague. I’m not certain what each point would look like, but it seems like the emerging church will come out of millions of changes in the heart. Those changes, however, can be prompted by preaching emerging theology.
I think emerging church doctrine is more flexible. This is good because:
1. It’s challenging. We grow by doubting and disagreeing and questioning the status quo.
2. With flexible doctrine and flexible hearts, there will be more togetherness and less squabbling. If two people disagree about an issue, it’s ok because, in many cases, they’re both right (or at least neither of them are wrong.)
And it’s bad because:
1. Some people are sure to swing too far away from the truth and to be too tolerant of sin.
Hey, CS. Don’t give up when someone staunchly disagrees with you. You’re doing a good job.