The times when Heresy isn’t so bad

In the world of theology, heresy is the equivalent of failure.

It is often demonized—heretics get kicked out of the church. And in many cases, this is a good thing.

But I think if we leave it there, we’re missing something important.

Ever tried to explain the Trinity? If you’ve used an analogy, you almost certainly committed a heresy. Just the way it goes.

But were you trying to change church doctrine in the process? I seriously doubt it. You were probably trying to understand it and teach it.

The thing is, with growth comes an inherent risk.

And if we’re too afraid of that risk, then we never grow—which is the exact opposite of what Jesus wants for us.

It’s okay to be a heretic from time to time if your goal is to learn and grow. What matters with heresy is whether you recognize it as heresy, or as a new truth.

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