I often mused that, in the near future (measured by our distance from the darkness of the Great "Pandemic"), there would be a realignment of believing Christians based upon their reaction to the reaction of their institutional churches to the aforementioned event. This is not to disparage the importance of doctrine, for as an Orthodox Christian, it is something to which I deeply, unreservedly assent. But, let's face it, Christians today are more likely to be recognized as such for their behavior, than for their commitment, say, to the Chalcedonian affirmation. It is time, I think, to re-reflect upon "Mere Christianity" as explored in the writings of those concerned with Christian behavior, such as CS and those following him, the editors and contributors of Touchstone magazine, for example.
Considering how much all Trinitarian Christians have in common, there is much we can accomplish together in the way of good works and outreach.
And I agree, not to discount any differences in doctrine or practice. Yet, I find many of the differences relatively unimportant for salvation. As I have mentioned before, I don't think St. Peter is going to be at the gate with a 100 question test on the nuances of doctrine.
I often mused that, in the near future (measured by our distance from the darkness of the Great "Pandemic"), there would be a realignment of believing Christians based upon their reaction to the reaction of their institutional churches to the aforementioned event. This is not to disparage the importance of doctrine, for as an Orthodox Christian, it is something to which I deeply, unreservedly assent. But, let's face it, Christians today are more likely to be recognized as such for their behavior, than for their commitment, say, to the Chalcedonian affirmation. It is time, I think, to re-reflect upon "Mere Christianity" as explored in the writings of those concerned with Christian behavior, such as CS and those following him, the editors and contributors of Touchstone magazine, for example.
Considering how much all Trinitarian Christians have in common, there is much we can accomplish together in the way of good works and outreach.
And I agree, not to discount any differences in doctrine or practice. Yet, I find many of the differences relatively unimportant for salvation. As I have mentioned before, I don't think St. Peter is going to be at the gate with a 100 question test on the nuances of doctrine.