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NASB | Ephesians 4:14 As a result, we are no longer to be children, tossed here and there by waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by the trickery of men, by craftiness in deceitful scheming; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Ephesians 4:14 So that we are no longer children [spiritually immature], tossed back and forth [like ships on a stormy sea] and carried about by every wind of [shifting] doctrine, by the cunning and trickery of [unscrupulous] men, by the deceitful scheming of people ready to do anything [for personal profit]. |
Bible Question: I have read much about liberation theology in recent weeks, what exactly is liberation theology, and why does it present such a challenge to the "western" understanding of Jesus? |
Bible Answer: Dear torch81, As I understand Liberation Theology, it has it's roots in Communist-influenced social change. To understand it better, let's define what I see as the root terminology. First off is liberalism, which can in Christianity can be defined as "the movement away from traditional orthodoxy often in an attempt to harmonize biblical teachings with science, humanism, or other secular fields. The result is often a denial of essential biblical doctrines such as the Trinity, the deity of Christ, His virgin birth, His resurrection, and salvation by grace."[CARM.org] Ron Rhoads in his article titled "Christian Revolution in Latin America:The Changing Face of Liberation Theology" defines it thus: Strictly speaking, liberation theology should be understood as a family of theologies - including the Latin American, Black, and feminist varieties. All three respond to some form of oppression: Latin American liberation theologians say their poverty-stricken people have been oppressed and exploited by rich, capitalist nations. Black liberation theologians argue that their people have suffered oppression at the hands of racist whites. Feminist liberation theologians lay heavy emphasis upon the status and liberation of women in a male-dominated society." For further insights, I would refer you to his article in the Christian Research Journal, Winter 1991, page 8. It is also available online. Speaking The Truth in Love, Bradk |
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