The Holy Post
586: What We Get Wrong About Heaven (Hint: Almost Everything) with Skye Jethani
Oct 11, 2023
Guest Skye Jethani discusses his book on heaven, challenging common misconceptions and theological errors. The hosts also touch on the war in Israel and the struggles of evangelicals with comedy. They explore the purpose of humor in response to injustice and examine the tension between the already and the not yet in relation to the kingdom of heaven.
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- Challenging cultural assumptions and beliefs about heaven is essential to correcting misconceptions.
- The idolatry of cultural assumptions hinders the examination and correction of misconceptions about heaven.
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The Misunderstanding of Heaven in Christianity
Many Christians hold misconceptions about heaven, often influenced by cultural assumptions and beliefs. These misconceptions have become so deeply ingrained that challenging them can lead to defensive reactions. Pastors and teachers may also contribute to these misunderstandings by not handling the topic biblically. The idolatry of cultural assumptions around heaven is a significant deterrent to examining and correcting these misconceptions.
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