Singaporean theologian Simon Chan says 'missional theology' has not gone far enough.
Interview by Andy Crouch | posted 6/04/2007 09:26AM
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The Conservative Humanist | Those who are pro-life and pro-family should have no problem being pro-human. By Glen T. Stanton (April 21, 2006)
Loving the Storm-Drenched | We can no more change the culture than we can the weather. Fortunately, we've got more important things to do. By Frederica Mathewes-Green (March 3, 2006)
How the Kingdom Comes | The church becomes countercultural by sinking its roots ever deeper into God's heavenly gifts. By Michael S. Horton (Jan. 13, 2006)
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Jesus made it clear when dealing with the Pharisaic philosophies or theologies as they viewed their attempts to improve on the Mosaic Law and God’s endeavors to get man to face our sinful nature and turn to Him for forgiveness. Man’s attempts to improve on what God outlined for us can be traced through the history of the human race. Liturgical practices and the theologies they are based on are diversions from the teachings we see throughout the Bible and especially those of Jesus. Why does any church leader or believer think it necessary to invent a concept such as catechism to help people become part of the body of Christ? This notion has been the genesis of many cult followings; just look at our history! Where is rote learning in the teachings of Jesus? The early believers literally suffered for Christ; they didn’t suffer for the Lord through catechisms! The point was made that we cannot control God; we cannot improve upon His flawless plan with our flawed intentions either.
Phillip R
Posted: June 08, 2007 5:46 PM
Thank you for this interview. I am printing this to read one more time
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