Theology in the Raw A Theology of Disagreement: Dr. Christopher Landau
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May 22, 2025 Dr. Christopher Landau, a former BBC World Service religious affairs correspondent and Church of England Minister, delves into the ethics of disagreement. He discusses how Christians often focus on trivial divisions instead of pressing global issues, advocating for deeper discipleship. Landau emphasizes the importance of grace and truth in dialogues around contentious topics, especially sexuality. He also explores healthy disagreement and its role in fostering unity, while offering strategies for navigating difficult conversations with love and respect.
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New Testament on Loving Disagreement
- The New Testament models loving unity despite deep disagreements among Christians.
- Acts 15 shows the Spirit's guidance in resolving conflicts through prayer and compromise.
Trivial Disagreements Reveal Deeper Issues
- Christians often quarrel over trivial issues because surface-level conflicts reveal deeper spiritual shortcomings.
- True church life should reflect Christlike character and the fruit of the Spirit in community ethics.
Practical Steps for Healthy Disagreement
- Face disagreement with patience and self-control, seeking unity rather than factionalism.
- Use shared practices like communion to remind of common fellowship beyond disagreements.