And it has made me even more passionate about the Idea.
Bauder’s present reflections on Fundamentalism
October 27, 2008 by Todd Wood
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October 27, 2008 by Todd Wood
And it has made me even more passionate about the Idea.
Great article by Bauder. It resonates with me to identify “fundamentalism” as an idea rather than a movement. I also appreciated Rick’s comment quoted below.
“My theory is that a movement that is based on and focused on separation is naturally going to splinter and break apart over time as it eventually turns on itself over anything and everything.
Separation is a natural part of the Christian life. But it is not the basis of it.
Fundamentalism needs to have a totally different mindset. Instead of being all about separation, it needs to be all about what is fundamental–the glory of God and the power of the gospel. Separation is merely an element within those broader two concepts.”
I think that his theory is very close if not right on as an evaluation of the reasoning behind the “collapse” of fundamentalism.
Sad to see what is happening at Pillsbury. I will be praying for the faculty and students.
This was very good. Thanks for posting it Todd.
It was a great reminder that here in Eastern Idaho we are not propagating an institution, programs, geographic culture, but the person and work of Jesus Christ. I actually believe that we have an advantage in our thinking here in Eastern Idaho because the “idea” is not on the decline but only just beginning to take hold. It’s an exciting time to minister here in Idaho!
May God give us grace.
The person and work of Jesus Christ.
Hallelujah!