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Being Human with Steve Cuss
Ep 178: Functional Theology with Renae Loring and Lisa Cuss
Aug 15, 2023
Renae Loring, a Capable Life trainer, talks about her journey of anxiety management with Steve and Lisa Cuss. They discuss functional theology, locating functional beliefs, dislodging them, staying present in relationships, navigating difficult experiences, and the role of community in unlocking functional theology.
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- Functional theology shapes our daily experience of God and involves certainty, fear, and the need for safety and control.
- Engaging in activities that foster connection with God and seeking support from community are essential for experiencing freedom and transformation in our functional theology.
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Functional Theology: Exploring the Gap Between Belief and Experience
Functional theology refers to the beliefs and concepts about God that we actually live out in our daily lives, as opposed to the beliefs we intellectually assent to. Our functional theology is shaped by various factors such as human development, attachment patterns, trauma, and experiences of belonging. It often involves a high level of certainty and fear, as we try to maintain a sense of safety and control. However, when our functional theology aligns with our core belief system and allows for curiosity and uncertainty, it leads to a deeper experience of freedom and a more authentic relationship with God. It is a courageous and ongoing journey that requires community support, listening to the Holy Spirit, and being open to the wisdom of others.
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