Dive into an intriguing discussion about the necessity of the Cross in Christian theology. Explore the philosophical insights of thinkers like Heidegger while contrasting Catholic and Protestant interpretations of salvation. The conversation unpacks the significance of sacrifice and redemption, emphasizing Christ's suffering as a narrative of divine love. Listeners also learn about the role of sacraments in connecting believers to God and cultivating humility, all while enjoying a light-hearted, engaging tone.
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Active vs Passive Christ on Cross
Calvinist view sees Christ on the cross as passive, suffering divine wrath for sin as a forensic payment of debt.
Catholic view sees Christ as actively saving through love, not merely enduring divine punishment.
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Love Central in Christ's Merits
Redemption, sacrifice, satisfaction, and merit are interconnected in Christ's saving work.
Love is central: Christ's merit is grounded in his voluntary loving obedience, not forced suffering.
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Sin and Salvation as Will's Orientation
The fundamental sin is the human will subordinating God's will.
Christ's saving work is the re-willing and re-subordination of the human will to God through love and obedience.
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In 'Phenomenology of Spirit', Hegel outlines the fundamental nature and conditions of human knowledge and consciousness. The work is structured into several categories, including consciousness, self-consciousness, reason, spirit, religion, and absolute knowing. Hegel argues that knowledge emerges through a dialectical process where consciousness moves from sense-certainty to perception and then to understanding. He also examines the social and collective aspects of consciousness, highlighting the struggle for recognition and the development of self-awareness. The book culminates in the concept of absolute knowing, where the subject and object are unified, and the individual is fully integrated into the collective spirit[2][3][4].
The Cross of Christ
John R.W. Stott
Alister E. McGrath
In *The Cross of Christ*, John Stott provides a compelling and accessible examination of the cross's centrality in Christian faith, exploring its role in redemption and its relevance to contemporary issues. The book is complemented by a foreword from Alister McGrath in the centennial edition, highlighting its enduring impact on Christian thought.
This bonus episode of Godsplaining takes us to Dallas, Texas, to hear Fr. Gregory and Fr. Bonaventure talk all things related to the merit of the Cross of Christ. Why was the instrument of the Cross specifically necessary? Where does Love come into play? Why was the Passion necessary?
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