231: What is Heresy? How Should Churches Deal with Heretics?




Theology For the Rest of Us | Quick Answers to the Questions About God and the Bible show

Summary: <br> <br> Traditionally, heresy has been said to be any belief or opinion contrary to orthodox religious dogma and is profoundly at odds with what has generally been accepted.<br> <br> In this episode, Kenny defines heresy as any doctrine or teaching that is...<br> <br> * Outside of the bounds of traditional Christian orthodoxy<br> * Opposite of the foundational or essential doctrines embraced by orthodox Christians<br> * Clearly contrary to the Scriptures,<br> * potentially harmful or destructive to the persons who might embrace those false teachings<br> <br>  <br> <br> Kenny then gives some pastoral advice and insights on how to rebuke and address a heretic, if a heretic should appear in your church or your community.<br> <br> Scriptures<br> <br> 2 Peter 2:1<br> <br> Galatians 1:8-9<br> <br> 1 Corinthians 16:22<br> <br> 2 Corinthians 11:13-15<br> <br> 1 Timothy 1:18-20<br> <br> Titus 3:10