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a summary of progressive christian theology

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Updated: Nov 12, 2024



This video is an introduction to Creation Spirituality using Appendix B of the book "Original Blessing" by Matthew Fox. It contrasts original sin with original blessing through comparing traditional Fall and Redemption theology with Creation Spirituality. This quick comparison is an excellent summary of liberal, progressive, Christian theology and liberal religion in general.


In "Original Blessing, Fox invites us to rethink our fundamental beliefs about humanity's relationship with the divine. Moving away from the traditional notion of “original sin,” Fox illuminates a path toward embracing our innate goodness and the inherent blessings of existence. Fox replaces the three path journey of Christian mysticism through purgation, illumination, and union, with the four paths of creation spirituality that he name the Via Positiva, the Via Negativa, the Via Creativa, and the Via Transformativa.


Over 40 years after its publication Original Blessing is still an invitation to rediscover the sacredness of our world and to live in harmony with the blessings that surround us through a renewal and revival based in Creation Spirituality that is vibrant, inclusive, and ecologically aware."

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