
The Problem With Systematic Theology
Systematic theology risks fostering rigid beliefs; Shawn advocates a holistic approach using propositional, participatory, perspectival, and procedural knowledge for genuine faith.
The HOTM Redux Series presents Christianity from the newly unearthed perspective that Shawn had come to in his research, encapsulated by the Spirit of Subjective Christianity. He covers a wide array of topics from this new perspective.
Systematic theology risks fostering rigid beliefs; Shawn advocates a holistic approach using propositional, participatory, perspectival, and procedural knowledge for genuine faith.
Shawn McCraney sits down with Justin Nielson for a discussion.
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Shawn McCraney highlights Mormonism's organizational benefits for community seekers, contrasts it with the pursuit of spiritual truth, and stresses repentance, friendship, and historical context of biblical wine.
Shawn teaches that attitude and actions shape the afterlife, emphasizing Agape love, Holy Spirit, faith, suffering, humility, and contrasts true Christians with the godless and proud.
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Shawn's teaching reinterprets biblical "last days" as the early Church era, challenges literal scripture readings, emphasizes faith over symbols, and advocates love, truth, and grace.
Shawn McCraney highlights genuine Christian friendship as selfless love and commitment, reflecting Jesus' teachings. True friendship involves self-sacrifice and honest communication.
Shawn McCraney contrasts TVOS, viewing the Bible as a rulebook, with PVOS, seeing it as a spiritual guide promoting love, unity, and subjective faith for growth.
Shawn's teaching: God's Kingdom began in 70 AD, exists spiritually in believers, not through earthly means. Live under God's reign for peace, love, and spiritual growth.
Shawn's teaching critiques Mormon theology, emphasizes God's grace, links Christianity to political/economic systems, and promotes personal spiritual exploration and empathy.
Shawn's teaching covers the "Book of Life," shifts in scriptural interpretation, challenges to traditional doctrines, his journey from Mormonism, and the importance of liberty.
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Shawn's teaching emphasizes Christian love, salvation through Christ, and contextual biblical interpretation. He links Revelation's locusts to Roman invasions, not future prophecy, and encourages personal spiritual engagement.
True freedom is found in Christ's teachings, not secular pursuits. Divine guidance offers liberation beyond worldly limits, growing through faith and Agape Love.
Jesus' presence in Matthew 18:20 supports structured church discipline. Shawn critiques literal New Testament application today, urging personal faith over institutional rules.
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism's "us vs. them" mindset, urging humility and reliance on God's grace over self-empowerment, contrasting with Christian humility.
Shawn McCraney critiques democracy in church governance, likening it to totalitarianism, and advocates for educated leadership, using Socratic philosophy and Christian Anarchism.
Shawn's teaching uses table-setting metaphors to illustrate God's reconciliation through Jesus, covering biblical events from Eden to Revelation, emphasizing spiritual transformation and direct connection with God.
Shawn McCraney warns against political entanglement for Christians, likening it to religious totalitarianism, advocating for personal freedom, individuality, and open dialogue.