Discover the vital role of orthodoxy in shaping our faith journey. Join us as we explore how orthodoxy acts as a protective fence, providing both structure and freedom within the playground of faith. Gain a deeper understanding of how orthodoxy enriches our relationship with Jesus.

Today's episode is part two of our discussion from last week about righteousness.  If you haven’t already, go back and listen to episode 4, which is part 1 of this discussion.  

In this podcast episode, Terry and Carol discuss the concept of sin and righteousness. They explore the idea of 'missing the mark' and how sin is a concept for good people. They also talk about the importance of letting God love us in the midst of our struggles and temptations. Terry provides two helpful illustrations, "The Ultimate Hypocrite" and "The Lifelong Boxer", which explain how we can practice righteousness in our daily lives. Overall, this episode emphasizes the significance of embracing God's presence and allowing Him to love us.

Today we talk about when Christians struggle....when life gets hard for a believer. Many of us believe that the painful circumstances or the disappointing news in life is a direct result of a  lack of faith, or lack of righteousness, or just simply 'missing it' in God’s eyes.  

In today’s episode, Terry and I talk about the tendency we have to START with grace in our walk with Christ but then PROCEED with a peformance-based theology.  We can’t help but measure and compare and look for outward behaviors to prove ourselves worthy.  And it doesn’t stop there—we judge everyone in light of this mindset…and we judge ourselves--and we judge God!

Good news: there is a different way to do the Christian life. 

In these first few episodes, Terry is introducing us to this Stickman concept and how spiritual maturity is determined by our willingness to depend on Christ for our personal holiness. If you haven't already--make sure you catch up with episodes one and two.

In today’s episode, Terry is still talking about the armor of God, and hang on, because we will hear the secret for putting ON the armor!  We will talk about the shield of faith, to protect us from accusations against us.  We will also talk about the sword of the spirit --the Word of God.  Next, is the belt of truth--and the importance confession that comes with that truth.  Then we talk about the shoes of the preparation of the Gospel of peace and is it for marching or standing....what do you think?  Listen in and let us know what you think!

In Part 2 of The Stickman Podcast, we are still introducing the basics of Stickman Theology.  In this episode, Terry begins to talk about the Armor of God.

Terry talks about the way we have defined righteousness as equal to our level of performance.  Do you believe that?  Instead of looking at these "spiritual disciplines" as obligatory boxes to check as we pursue Christian maturity, Terry offers a different perspective.

Are you ready to let go of the idea that everything in your life will somehow fall into place if you just get your relationship with God right enough, good enough, strong enough?

Our American conservative Christian culture has been firmly established in a grace-based gospel…yet…we suffer under performance-based leadership and teaching without realizing the conflicting values of grace and being a “better Christian.” 

Join counselor and theologian Terry Ewing as he discusses his Stickman Theology and challenges the thinking of even the most devout believers. Don’t miss any episode as Terry equips listeners with tools to discover new depths of emotional, relational, and spiritual health while increasing their capacity to enjoy God, themselves and others. 

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