Encouraging Critical Thinking and Independence in Decision-Making

When dealing with delicate, nuanced, disputed, or important issues, should Christians primarily rely on their own judgment or the authority of church leaders in their lives? Derek, Alastair, and Matt bring their own experience to bear, as well as a reliance on Scripture and authority, to answer this listener-submitted question. Full show notes at www.merefidelity.com. Timestamps: Hot Deal [0:00] A Better Question Than It Sounds [2:21] Be Like Alastair [4:14] Clarification of Roles [8:55] Avoiding Individualism [13:30] Submission to Commands [22:24] Casuistry [26:18] Rebellion [30:18] Confessions [35:52]