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Q&R with Brad Jersak – “The church is the pillar and foundation of the truth” (seriously?)

Question:  What do you think about the verse that says that "the Church is the pillar and ground of truth"? This has been giving me real hiccups ever since I discovered how the Church (especially in the West) has played fast and loose with the Scriptures, the interpretation of them, and even the ecumenical councils. Add to that the many doctrinal additions of the Roman Church and the denial of Apokatastasis by most Orthodox priests, and I feel disoriented and out of touch with everything. Response: I know! Tough one, right? Given the long history of corruption and waywardness within the Jesus movement and its institutions, Paul's assertion seems ...

Q&R The essence of forgiveness – Brad Jersak

Question What is the essence of forgiveness? If I don't forgive, will I 'lose my salvation'? Response The word 'forgive' literally means 'let go.' If someone has offended me or sinned against me in some way: 1. Forgiving is NOT saying, I'm okay – I might still be suffering.  2. Forgiving is NOT saying, you're okay – they might still need to change. 3. Forgiving is NOT saying, it's okay – the wrong was still wrong 4. Forgiving is NOT saying, we're okay – we might not yet have enough trust to reconcile Forgiveness is letting go. What does that look like?  For me, it means I picture taking those who’ve ...

Q&R follow-up with Greg Albrecht – Would Jesus Attend a Gay Wedding?

This Q & A is a response to Greg Albrecht's "Pastoral Perspective" column in the October edition of CWRm. To view the original Q & A, entitled, "Should I attend my gay daughter's wedding?" CLICK HERE and go to page 14. A CWRm read wrote in with this follow-up question and Greg responds.   QUESTION I read your Pastoral Perspective in the October 2017, CWRm and what I get from your answer is, “It's your decision there is no right or wrong answer.” You even claim Jesus attended “sinful and spiritually toxic places.” I would like you to elaborate on that, because I don't know what your are referring to. I'm sure if he ...