Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times ST51: Ways We Can't Be Like Jesus
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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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Abuse and Jesus' Example
- AJ shared experiences from his ministry where people asked how to handle abuse.
- They questioned if enduring abuse is the way to follow Jesus's example.
Limits of WWJD
- Jesus' suffering, while a part of his story, should not be directly imitated by abuse victims.
- The podcast emphasizes there are limits to WWJD (What Would Jesus Do).
Imitating Jesus
- Nijay Gupta highlights the instinct to imitate Jesus, referencing WWJD.
- He emphasizes the importance of Christ's dual roles as sufferer and judge.