Where Do We Go From Here? Do we still believe in "obedience" after purity culture?
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Jun 19, 2025 Dive into a candid exploration of faith and the lingering effects of purity culture. Discover how church trauma intertwines with the struggle for personal faith, love, and grace. The conversation tackles the complexities of obedience, revealing how it can lead to perfectionism and depression. Listen as they challenge traditional doctrines while advocating for a rebuilt spiritual connection on one’s own terms. Prepare for raw honesty, nuanced reflections, and a heartwarming prayer for community and justice.
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Rethinking Obedience in Faith
- The concept of obedience in faith is often unclear and subjective.
- The Bible's trajectory emphasizes love and kindness over rigid obedience to rules.
God's Guidance is Broad, Not Specific
- God rarely gives specific instructions to individuals in daily life.
- The teachings of Jesus focus on general principles like love, not personal commands.
Humans Hold Much Control
- God may not control everything; humans have significant agency in their lives.
- Personal decisions are made by individuals, not direct commands from God.