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The Problem With Legalism - Episode 6 (Archive)
The Problem With Legalism - Episode 6 (Archive)
The Problem With Legalism - Episode 6 (Archive)
Wednesday 7th August 2024
Explore how legalism affects spiritual growth and recovery in this episode of 'Relational Recovery'. A blend of humour, wisdom, and heartfelt advice awaits.
9 minutes
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Thought-provoking
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Get the buttons here!Legalism and Spiritual Growth: A Journey Beyond the Rules
Episode Overview
- Legalism can overshadow the meaningful aspects of faith.
- Curiosity and compassion are key to holding others accountable.
- Spiritual maturity involves recognising how much there is still to learn.
- Balance zeal with humility to avoid becoming overly judgemental.
- Embrace life's mysteries rather than seeking rigid answers.
Holding someone accountable is being curious. It's like, I'm seeing this action, this behaviour is going to lead to your pain.
In this episode of 'Relational Recovery', hosts West Thompson and Austin Hill tackle the complex topic of legalism and its impact on personal growth and spirituality. They dive into how strict adherence to rules can sometimes overshadow the broader, more meaningful aspects of faith and recovery. Through engaging dialogue and personal anecdotes, they explore the pitfalls of becoming overly zealous and judgemental, especially when new to faith or recovery.
The hosts stress the importance of curiosity and compassion over judgement, encouraging listeners to ask questions and hold each other accountable in a loving way. They also reflect on the journey of spiritual maturity, emphasising that with growth comes a deeper understanding of how much there is still to learn. This episode offers a blend of humour, wisdom, and heartfelt advice, making it a must-listen for anyone on a path to recovery or spiritual growth.
Don't miss out on this thought-provoking conversation that challenges you to look beyond the rules and embrace a life of flourishing.