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Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times

ST51: Ways We Can't Be Like Jesus

Jul 3, 2024
AJ and Nijay discuss the limits of imitating Jesus in suffering, cautioning against harmful notions. They explore the attributes of God humans can emulate and those exclusive to God. The podcast delves into distinctions between redemptive and wicked suffering, and the importance of humility in church leadership.
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Quick takeaways

  • Prudent discernment is vital when emulating Jesus's suffering to avoid promoting passive acceptance of abuse.
  • Balanced imitation of Christ focuses on embodying communicable attributes like love, rather than bearing unjust suffering.

Deep dives

Understanding the Impact of Abuse and Neglect in Light of Christ's Example

The discussion delves into how individuals perceive and respond to abuse and neglect, particularly in the context of theology. Drawing parallels between personal experiences of abuse and Christ's suffering, the conversation centers on the implications of emulating Jesus' endurance of abuse. By evaluating the dangers of misinterpreting Christ's suffering as a directive to accept abuse passively, the speakers caution against conflating human suffering with the redemptive suffering of Christ, emphasizing the need for discernment and agency in differentiating between beneficial and harmful forms of suffering.

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