An Expedition…
Over the last few days I have been interacting with folks about a great many things. Something that has struck me is the cavalier attitude toward doctrine. Many of us no longer seem to think that doctrine matters. We say things like, “I am not a theologian, but…”Here’s the reality: doctrine does matter.What we believe matters.It matters big time.When hardship and conflict come it is what we believe that will determine how we respond. Because, what we believe matters.I have been heart-sick over the way those who hold a similar theological position as I have responded to a book that came out recently. They responded with polemics and rhetoric (some even before they had read the book!). Most have not responded with discernment or charity but have looked for a way to hang a “heretic”.I have also been thoroughly disappointed in the way that those from other theological positions have either blindly defended or tried to move themselves away from...