Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times ST77: Does the Spirit Work through Unbelievers? The Holy Spirit and Common Grace (Holy Spirit Series)
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Aug 14, 2025 In this enlightening discussion, the hosts explore how the Spirit can convey truth, even outside the covenant community. They delve into the concept of common grace through biblical examples, emphasizing that God's voice transcends cultural boundaries. Di distinguishing between common and special grace, they highlight how divine guidance doesn't equate to conversion. The conversation touches on humility prompted by outsiders' gifts and reflects on the excellence found in nonbelievers, encouraging Christians to recognize and practice mercy in daily life.
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Abimelech's Dream And Divine Intervention
- Genesis 20 tells how God spoke to Abimelech, a pagan king, in a dream to protect Sarah and Abraham's line.
- The episode uses this story to show God speaks beyond the covenant community without implying salvation for the recipient.
God Speaks Outside The Covenant
- Scripture shows God can speak to outsiders, so speech from God doesn't equal covenant membership.
- Hosts distinguish special/salvific grace from common grace that reaches non-covenant people.
Spirit Of Truth Guides To All Truth
- John 16 presents the Spirit as guiding into "all truth," not only religious facts.
- The hosts argue this implies the Spirit can lead via unexpected voices beyond church boundaries.
