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From Legalism to Liberation: Navigating Church Hurt and Theological Shifts

From Legalism to Liberation: Navigating Church Hurt and Theological Shifts

Update: 2025-02-04
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Season 02 of The Christian Skeptic is here! In this raw and candid episode, Aaron shares his personal journey through faith, ministry, and discovering authentic grace. Navigating personal tragedy, the complexities of church leadership, and theological transformation, Aaron's story challenges conventional Christian culture while offering hope for those who feel they don't fit the traditional mold.


Topics we discuss:


  • Growing up in strict religious movements

  • The pressures of pastoral ministry

  • Dealing with personal crisis and church trauma

  • Finding authentic faith beyond religiosity


Chapters:


  • (00:00 ) - Intro

  • (01:37 ) - Growing up in a cult

  • (09:18 ) - Introduction to the Puritans and Reformed Theology

  • (11:26 ) - Bible college and psychology

  • (20:12 ) - Life as a traveling youth speaker

  • (23:48 ) - Does God "call" people to ministry?

  • (31:26 ) - Disillusionment with the church

  • (34:41 ) - Taking a break from ministry

  • (39:45 ) - Journey back to faith

  • (42:43 ) - How suffering led to a grace revolution

  • (49:57 ) - Embracing grace and freedom

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From Legalism to Liberation: Navigating Church Hurt and Theological Shifts

From Legalism to Liberation: Navigating Church Hurt and Theological Shifts

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