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Modernism 101

The Lord of Spirits

CHAPTER

Authority and Interpretation in Modern Faith

This chapter examines the tension between traditional authority and contemporary interpretations within modern culture, particularly influenced by cancel culture. It critiques the emphasis on subjective readings of scripture through various identity lenses while questioning the implications for collective and personal understanding of the biblical text. The discussion also explores the effects of modernism and post-modernism on Christianity, highlighting shifts in beliefs within evangelicalism and liberal Christianity.

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