The Theology of SAFE
Good read at Neil Cole’s blog today on the sin of self-preservation.
Here is a noteworthy observation:
We often approach church and ministry with a theology of SAFE.
Safe is…
Self-preservation = our mission
Avoidance of the world and risk = wisdom
Financial security = responsible faith
Education = maturityDoes that not describe many of the churches, denominations or ministries you have encountered?
Sure does, and describes the theology of many Jesus followers also.
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January 27th, 2010 at 4:28 pm
Thank you so much for posting this, Rick. You have no idea how personally relevant this article is for me right at this moment. Just this afternoon I have had to make a choice, and I am still reeling a little bit from actually doing it as well as wondering what the consequences will be. Even so, I can breathe a little easier, and at least I am no longer playing it SAFE :)
January 27th, 2010 at 4:53 pm
Funny how He works us into such places in life where we are left with only Him.