Episode 26: A Path to Truth
SUMMARY
"This is my truth" seems to be a popular sentiment these days. Unfortunately, this posture towards life cultivates regret and disappointment and comes with severe collateral damage. In our latest episode, Olivia and Milo explore an approach to discerning truth that can serve our walk with God and help us discover His best for our lives.
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PODCAST NOTES
Title: A Path to Truth
Hosts: Milo Curtis and Olivia Curtis
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INTRODUCTION
No matter what season you are in, knowing your true north is critical. Discovering what God is up to is the task for those who are pursuing Jesus. John Wesley, the founder and leader of the Methodist movement, identified an approach to discerning truth that was used to systematically lead a spiritual revival across England from 1738-1791.
So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
- John 8:31-32 -
HOW DO WE DETERMINE THE TRUTH WE ARE TO EMBRACE?
FIRST :: SCRIPTURE - the living core of the Christian faith
Ask, “What does the Bible say about this?”
We rely on the way of salvation given in the Bible.
We take it as our authority in matters of faith and practice.
We use the Bible as a touchstone to examine real or supposed revelation.
SECOND :: TRADITION - the historic teachings of the church
Ask, “Is this consistent with church history and teaching?”
We inherit the ancient church traditions as well as create new traditions
We use the writings of Christians throughout the centuries
Traditions must be critiqued in light of the Gospel’s mandate for justice.
Historic doctrinal standards provide a springboard for our faith today.
THIRD :: REASON - rational thought, based on logic or evidence
Ask, “Can this be held up to critical thought and sound judgment?”
Reason is the means for giving structure to our beliefs
Reason helps us order the evidence of our revelations and help guard against poor interpretation of Scripture.
Reason alone cannot prove or disprove God. Our belief comes through faith and faith alone.
FOURTH :: EXPERIENCES - the sense of what is right within your conscience or evaluating your external experiences
Ask, “Does this encourage a growing passion and love for the Lord?”
By God’s grace, personal, episodic experiences of faith can fuel our convictions
There are variations of Christian experience; none should be considered normative but can be formational
Christian experiences are relevant to our times without compromising Scripture.
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