Two Things You Need in Life

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I know, the lol thing is spreading. Bear with me, I’m sure that I’ll grow out of it.

Originally, I wanted to discuss Grace Conversation. While I was thinking about it, I happened upon this graphic and it sent me into another direction.

At the risk of oversimplification, I hope that this conversation will provide a little duct tape and wd-40 in the RM churches. A little duct tape to bind what has been broken and a little wd-40 to loosen old dogmas. Before you think it really weird, duct tape can be used in grafting branches together. On the other side, one of the recommended uses of wd-40 is to remove duct tape.

I do not actually hope that the conservative and progressive sides come to much of an agreement on certain elements of doctrine and practice. I think that kind of goal churns well-worn controversies and arguments that are better left alone. I hope that each side can see the need for each other. Progressives, like me, need conservatives to pull in our exuberance of shiny,new ideas. With some reflection, the wheat and chaff can be separated. A little thoughtlessness can create tremendous harm. Conservatives, like some members of my family, need progressives to help them overcome the fear of change. Without change, all systems wither and decay.

Again, I hope that both sides can see the need for each other. Once that happens, the groundwork for love, family, and peace can begin.

My prayers are with Jay, Todd, Phil, and Greg as they journey together.