A Series of Short Exposes on Faith: James
In his blog post, Shawn McCraney explores James 2, highlighting the distinction between "real faith" and "said faith." He argues true faith is active, shown through love.
In his blog post, Shawn McCraney explores James 2, highlighting the distinction between "real faith" and "said faith." He argues true faith is active, shown through love.
In "A Series of Short Exposes on Faith: Romans," Shawn McCraney explores Romans 4, highlighting faith's role in Abraham's life and its power to justify us before God.
In "A Series of Short Exposes on Faith," Shawn McCraney highlights faith's significance, focusing on Genesis 15:6 and Hebrews 11, urging believers to embrace faith.
In "Christians Reinventing Themselves," Shawn McCraney argues true faith involves evolving and embracing new insights, rather than static adherence to tradition.
In "A Direct Punch to the Face of Deformed Theology," Shawn McCraney critiques Calvinism, advocating for a dynamic, compassionate God who adapts to human free will.
In "Religious Idiocy, Part 3," Shawn McCraney argues that faith in Christ's resurrection is the core of Christianity, often overshadowed by doctrinal divisions.
In "Religious Idiocy, Part 2," Shawn McCraney challenges Christian doctrines, arguing Yeshua's sacrifice justifies all, rendering rituals and condemnation obsolete.
In "Resurrection, Part 10," Shawn McCraney explores Apostle Paul's teachings on spiritual resurrection, using seed analogies to challenge traditional views on heavenly bodies.
In "Resurrection, Part 9," Shawn McCraney examines Paul's teachings on God's hierarchy, Jesus' reign, and resurrection, urging believers to embrace righteousness.
In "Resurrection, Part 8," Shawn McCraney explores 1 Corinthians 15, discussing Christ as the "first-fruits" of resurrection and the spiritual triumph of God's kingdom.
In "Resurrection, Part 7," Shawn McCraney explores the implications of Christ's resurrection in 1 Corinthians 15, highlighting its spiritual victory and eternal hope.
In "Resurrection, Part 6," Shawn McCraney highlights the resurrection's vital role in Christian faith, emphasizing its transformative power and urging deeper understanding.
In "Resurrection, Part 12," Shawn McCraney explores 1 Corinthians 15, emphasizing resurrection's spiritual nature and Christ's reign, urging dedication to the Lord's work.
In "Resurrection, Part 11," Shawn McCraney explores 1 Corinthians 15, highlighting Paul's insights on the transformation from natural to spiritual bodies through resurrection.
In "Policing the Flock," Shawn McCraney critiques religious policing, sharing his LDS Church experience and advocating for judgment-free spiritual exploration.
In "Walking From Faith," Shawn McCraney tells of a young man who, once a fervent Christian, drifted from faith as he embraced his identity as a homosexual.
In "Resurrection, Part 5," Shawn McCraney explores Paul's teachings on resurrection, emphasizing its universal nature and impact on faith, deeds, and eternal life.
In "Resurrection, Part 4," Shawn McCraney explores Christ's resurrection, marking the shift from the old covenant to a new spiritual kingdom of eternal life.
In "Resurrection, Part 3," Shawn McCraney explores 1 Corinthians 15, highlighting Paul's teachings on resurrection, its historical context, and its centrality to Christian faith.
In "Resurrection, Part 2," Shawn McCraney explores resurrection, linking 1 Corinthians 15:20-23 and Jewish first-fruits, and discusses its eschatological implications.
In "Resurrection," Shawn McCraney explores the complex doctrine of resurrection, urging readers to delve into its deeper implications and eschatological themes.
In "Religious Idiocy," Shawn McCraney questions traditional Christianity, arguing sin persists despite Jesus' sacrifice. True sins are faithlessness and lack of love, personal choices not atoned vicariously. God isn't angry but saddened by self-will. Key commandments: believe in Jesus and love one another.
In "The Real Word Of God," Shawn McCraney argues that equating scriptures with God's Word overlooks its true essence as a living, spiritual force embodied in Jesus Christ.
In "Calvinism Is So Yesterday, Part 5," Shawn McCraney critiques the "Perseverance of the Saints," arguing that salvation isn't guaranteed and free will allows one to leave faith.
In "Calvinism Is So Yesterday, Part 4," Shawn McCraney critiques Irresistible Grace, arguing it overlooks human free will, using biblical examples to support his view.
In "Calvinism Is So Yesterday, Part 3," Shawn McCraney argues that Limited Atonement is unscriptural, challenging Calvinism by presenting biblical support for universal atonement.
In "Calvinism Is So Yesterday, Part 2," Shawn McCraney critiques Unconditional Election, arguing it misinterprets scripture and undermines God's love for personal liberty.
In "Calvinism Is So Yesterday, Part 1," Shawn McCraney critiques Calvinism's Total Depravity, arguing it's outdated and that Christ's work restores human choice.
In "Matured Suffering," Shawn McCraney shares his journey from chaos to spiritual enlightenment, exploring the challenges of aligning with God's will and finding inner peace.
In "A Biblical Reality," Shawn McCraney explores faith's transformation from the Old to the New Testament, emphasizing reconciliation with God through Christ's work.