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Rejecting Brain-Free Christianity

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Not everything is a black and white, thou shalt/thou shalt not issue. For some, this means we should not talk about such issues but rather leave everything up to individual interpretation. Phrases like "But is it a sin?" and "You can't bind that" are thrown around to shut down discussion.

But discernment is at the heart of Christian maturity. This week, we discuss the difference between the two approaches and why God wants us to engage our brains. Topics include:

- The importance of discerning Good/Better/Best on any issue
- Is it legalistic to get into specifics like school choices, entertainment options, etc.?
- Why a "broad brush" is a good and proper tool for Bible teaching
- Why avoidance of the controversial kills unity

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141 episodes

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Not everything is a black and white, thou shalt/thou shalt not issue. For some, this means we should not talk about such issues but rather leave everything up to individual interpretation. Phrases like "But is it a sin?" and "You can't bind that" are thrown around to shut down discussion.

But discernment is at the heart of Christian maturity. This week, we discuss the difference between the two approaches and why God wants us to engage our brains. Topics include:

- The importance of discerning Good/Better/Best on any issue
- Is it legalistic to get into specifics like school choices, entertainment options, etc.?
- Why a "broad brush" is a good and proper tool for Bible teaching
- Why avoidance of the controversial kills unity

  continue reading

141 episodes

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