The Alisa Childers Podcast

The Sabbatical Series: The Gospel According to Progressive Christianity #2: Creation and Fall

Dec 8, 2024

Dive into the contrasting views on creation and original sin within Christianity. The discussion highlights personal dental anecdotes as metaphors for understanding the gospel. Explore panentheism and its departure from traditional beliefs, raising questions about biblical validity. Discover how progressives interpret creation and fall, challenging the historic perspectives. The blend of humor and serious theology makes for a thought-provoking listen!

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The distinction between God's creation as seen in historic Christianity versus progressive Christianity reflects a deep theological divide on divine transcendence.

The rejection of original sin by progressive Christianity challenges historic views on human nature, raising concerns about moral accountability and explanations for sin.

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Understanding Creation: Historic vs. Progressive Views

God's creation is perceived differently in historic Christianity compared to progressive Christianity. Historic Christians believe God created the universe ex nihilo, meaning He is entirely distinct from and independent of His creation. In contrast, many progressive Christians adopt panentheism, which argues that God is in all things and that the universe is part of God, evolving together. This fundamental difference highlights a significant theological divide, as the biblical notion of a transcendent, unchanging God conflicts with the progressive views that suggest a God whose existence is intertwined with the created world.

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Understanding Creation and Fall in Christianity

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Exploring Panentheism: A Progressive Perspective on God and Creation

2min

Contrasting Views on Creation and Sin in Christianity

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During my Sabbatical, I wanted to post some short podcasts that only reached a limited number of people several years ago. They are short answers to tough apologetics and theological questions. I hope you enjoy. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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