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I am greatly apprehensive about this ecumenical podcast tonight on AFR.
Am I being too difficult?
Am I being too difficult?
My son is moving from Evangelicalism towards Orthodoxy. I fear the effect that ecumenicism has on people who see their heresy. He shuddered at this podcast.Not to sound like a horrible ecumenist, but my wife and I read that book when we were first married and it helped us to navigate those early years in a way that set us up well for the future. I wouldn't put it on the level of the writings of the Holy Fathers obviously, and while I think the basic premise is helpful I don't necessarily agree with much beyond that. But I think we can be open to the idea that someone can have insight that is helpful, that they can speak a genuine truth in an understandable way even while not being part of the Church. I don't know that I would have given Dr. Chapman a platform like that, but I also would reserve judgment until I know what he ends up saying.
Thank you for your response. However, you are in the Orthodox Forum. Some of us left the Evangelical world due to our belief that it is heretical. I say this with respect to allow you to understand the context of my objection.Hermit76,
I’ve had the pleasure of hearing Gary Chapman speak on two occasions. In both instances the messages were edifying. I’ve read most of his books and heard an interesting tidbit at the event.
Mr. Chapman is devoted to developing future generations of spiritual leaders. He supports his alma mater by publishing his books through their publishing company and earmarks a portion of the proceeds to the institution.
In case you’re not aware, Moody covers the educational expenses for all full-time students. This is possible through a combination of grants and alumni donations. It enables many to attend without financial encumbrance. Mr. Chapman maintains his connection for that purpose. He indicated he could go elsewhere, but the fruit of his labor was worth it.
Yours in His Service,
~Bella
Thank you for your response. However, you are in the Orthodox Forum. Some of us left the Evangelical world due to our belief that it is heretical. I say this with respect to allow you to understand the context of my objection.
I am greatly apprehensive about this ecumenical podcast tonight on AFR.
Am I being too difficult?
I also read the book but found it to be a psychological askew teaching.
A female friend of mine pointed out that it seems the man always finds the 'physical' to be his love language - readily used for excusing wrong behavior.
I do not think that is the author's intent, but there is something a bit sideways with it all.