Asking the Tough Faith Questions with Jeremy Jernigan
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In this insightful conversation, Jeremy Jernigan shares his journey from traditional ministry to a more expansive understanding of God, emphasizing the importance of a robust relationship with Jesus and exploring theological concepts like open theism and God's omnipotence. Discover how his experiences and studies have reshaped his faith and inspired a message of hope for those on the spiritual edge. Join us for an in-depth conversation exploring the nature of love, God's love, atonement theories, and the future of Christianity. Jeremy Jernigan shares profound insights on faith, vulnerability, and the transformative power of love, challenging traditional views and inviting a deeper understanding of spiritual life.
*faith, theology, open theism, God, Jesus, spiritual journey, church, leadership, personal growth God's love, atonement theories, faith, vulnerability, future of Christianity, spiritual growth, love and suffering, theological questions, divine love, Christian spirituality
key topics
Jeremy Jernigan's transition from traditional ministry to exploring new theological ideas
The impact of Greg Boyd and open theism on Jeremy’s understanding of God
The importance of a robust, relational view of Jesus in faith
Jeremy’s personal journey through church conflict, loss, and rediscovery
The role of theology in navigating doubt, pain, and hope God's omnipotence and love limitations
Theories of atonement: Christus Victor and scapegoating
Love's vulnerability and divine weakness
Heaven, eternity, and healing past wounds
Future of Christianity: institutional vs deconstruction
Practice imaginative prayer to connect with Jesus.
Build community for spiritual growth.
Reflect on love's vulnerability and divine weakness.
Explore different atonement theories to deepen understanding.
Embrace mystery and uncertainty in faith.
Titles
From Ministry to Mystery: Jeremy Jernigan’s Journey of Faith
Rebuilding Faith: The Edge of the Recovering Mega Church
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Jeremy Jernigan
06:18 Journey from Ministry to Writing
12:08 The Birth of 'The Edge of the Inside'
20:55 Navigating Pain and Identity
26:07 Theological Influences and Shifts