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Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times
ST8: Slow Creed—I Believe in the Holy Spirit
Dec 15, 2022
Delving into the complexities of the Holy Spirit, the podcast explores its significance in the Christian faith, addressing misconceptions and emphasizing the empowering presence and role of the Spirit in believers' lives. Insights from theologians like Karl Barth and Gordon Fee, as well as the portrayal of the Spirit in feminist theology, provide a fresh perspective on understanding and trusting the Holy Spirit.
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- Belief in the Holy Spirit challenges ancient perceptions of spirits, emphasizing its distinctiveness within Christian doctrine.
- Evolution of the Holy Spirit's perception through different creeds illustrates gradual clarification of its role within the Trinity.
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Significance of Belief in the Holy Spirit
Belief in the Holy Spirit, as highlighted in the Apostles' Creed, raises theological considerations about the understanding of the Spirit as a divine, mystical entity within Christianity. While the Creed affirms the belief in God the Father and Jesus Christ, the addition of the Holy Spirit symbolizes a deeper acceptance of God's presence in a more ethereal form. This belief challenged ancient perceptions of spirits and ghostly entities, emphasizing the distinctiveness of the Christian doctrine regarding the Holy Spirit as a core tenet.
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