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Homebrewed Christianity
Keep Christianity Weird w/ Michael Frost
Dec 12, 2018
Michael Frost, an acclaimed missiologist and a leading voice in the missional church movement, dives into his latest book, exploring how embracing the unconventional can transform faith. He shares his journey from traditional church leadership to a more communal and authentic practice of faith. The discussion highlights the importance of cultivating meaningful community, addressing how fear and laziness can stifle spiritual growth, and advocates for a holistic approach that intertwines evangelism with social justice.
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- Michael Frost emphasizes the importance of embracing the unconventional aspects of Jesus' teachings to maintain authentic faith without societal dilution.
- The Cosmic Campfire event aims to facilitate inclusive dialogues among diverse thinkers to explore fundamental human questions and shared humanity.
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Keeping Jesus Weird
The conversation emphasizes the importance of not conforming Jesus to societal norms or making Him too palatable for mainstream acceptance. Michael Frost introduces his perspective on 'keeping Jesus weird' which encourages believers to embrace the unconventional and radical elements of Jesus' teachings. This approach reflects on the idea of maintaining an authentic faith that resists dilution by external pressures or ideologies that seek to compromise core principles. The discussion highlights that embracing the strangeness of Jesus can refresh spiritual practices and challenge comfortable assumptions about faith.
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