Discernment: Cruciformity is Active, Not Passive

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May 19, 2025

Dive into a thought-provoking conversation about discernment in faith and the essence of Christian identity. The hosts highlight the importance of engaging with issues like immigration and homelessness, advocating for empathy and understanding. They challenge listeners to critique ideologies rather than individuals, promoting community involvement. Emotional overload and the church's political role are also explored, emphasizing a Christ-like approach to societal challenges. This insightful dialogue encourages meaningful conversations that foster connection and inclusivity.

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Discernment: Cruciformity is Active, Not Passive. On this episode of the Voxology podcast, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford focus on discernment in faith, the essence of Christian identity, and the importance of critiquing ideologies rather than individuals. They emphasize the need for community engagement and humanizing conversations across divides, particularly in the context of immigration and societal issues. Further, Tim and Mike explore the complexities of homelessness, systemic issues, and the role of faith in addressing societal challenges. They discuss the importance of understanding the root causes of homelessness, the church's responsibility in promoting human flourishing, and the significance of inclusivity at Jesus' table. The dialogue also delves into the church's political involvement, the concept of cruciformity, and the challenges of navigating emotional overload while advocating for justice. Ultimately, they emphasize the need for a Christ-like approach to engagement in the world.

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Unless it sounds/acts like Jesus, it’s not Christian
Who is the real enemy?
The Table is open to all, but prioritize who Jesus prioritizes
First the Church Then the World
Nothing is so urgent to get off your cross for

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00:00 - Celebrating a Decade of Voxology Podcast 02:56 - The Power of Live Music Experiences 05:57 - Revamping the Voxology Podcast 09:02 - Exploring Discernment in Faith 12:02 - Understanding Christian Identity 14:57 - Identifying the Real Enemy 18:06 - Critiquing Ideologies vs. Individuals 21:01 - The Importance of Community Engagement 23:58 - Humanizing Conversations Across Divides 29:59 - Understanding Homelessness and Systemic Issues 31:45 - Faithfulness and the Role of the Church 35:43 - The Table of Jesus: Inclusion and Prioritization 39:12 - Political Involvement and the Church's Role 42:34 - Cruciformity: Staying on the Cross 49:10 - Navigating Emotional Overload and Advocacy

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