Ask NT Wright Anything #223 Pastoral questions on porn, personal tragedy and coming back to faith (replay)
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Jun 27, 2024 Tom addresses listener questions on porn addiction, personal tragedy, and returning to faith. Topics include guilt over miscarriages, grief of losing a family member, and guidance on beginning a faith journey. The importance of pastoral support and avoiding hasty connections between sin and tragedy are highlighted.
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Seeking Pastoral Guidance
- Seek guidance from a local pastor for personal spiritual issues.
- Online discussions can offer direction, but in-person support is essential.
Enjoying Worldly Pleasures
- Worldly pleasures are permissible, even encouraged in Christianity.
- True renunciation lies in willingly giving them up when God calls us to something else.
Returning to Faith
- Explore faith by reading a new Bible translation in large chunks like a novel.
- Find a supportive church community for connection and friendship.