How God Works: The Science Behind Spirituality Rethinking Sin
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Sep 15, 2024 
Elizabeth Oldfield, an author and host of The Sacred podcast, reinterprets Christianity's seven deadly sins as tools for self-reflection rather than shame. She discusses how these concepts can enhance personal growth and foster connections in a modern context. Exploring the relevance of wrath and contempt, she highlights the importance of empathy and compassion across diverse groups. The conversation includes the challenges of distraction and materialism, emphasizing gratitude and ethical living as pathways to genuine fulfillment.
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Rethinking Sin
- Sin is often viewed as judgmental and shameful or as a trivial indulgence.
- Reframing sin can offer a practical guide to finding joy and connection.
Elizabeth Oldfield's Faith Journey
- Elizabeth Oldfield lost her Christian faith while working for the BBC, researching a Bible series.
- She later returned to faith, finding secular life lacking communal meaning and a moral compass.
Sin as Disconnection
- Sin, according to Elizabeth Oldfield, is about disconnection from others and the divine.
- It damages relationships, hindering human flourishing, which relies on connection.