Catherine Toon

EP #278 - End Times, Hell, & a God of Love, Life & Light w/ Bishop Jamie Englehart - Audio

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May 14, 2025
In a thought-provoking conversation, Jamie Englehart, founder of Connect International Ministries, shares insights on redefining God through love rather than fear. He critiques traditional beliefs about hell and punishment, urging a shift towards divine justice rooted in mercy. Jamie discusses the psychological impact of fear-driven theology and emphasizes the importance of relationships for spiritual growth. He also tackles the moral implications surrounding human trafficking and its afterlife judgments, advocating for a transformative understanding of the gospel centered on compassion.
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INSIGHT

Fear And Love Cannot Coexist

  • Fear and love cannot coexist; perfect love removes all fear as stated in 1 John.
  • Fear-based doctrines damage the view of God and cause religious trauma.
ANECDOTE

Childhood Fear Of End Times

  • Jamie Englehart recalls being scared by fear-based end times teachings as a child.
  • He rejected those teachings because they conflicted with Jesus' message of love and not violence.
ADVICE

Remove Fear From Divine Relationship

  • Avoid teaching "fear of the Lord" as literal fear; prefer terms like awe, honor, and respect.
  • Fear drives out love, and the Gospel should never produce fear.
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