Discernment: Cruciformity is Active, Not Passive

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

Chapters

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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