Good theology is necessary. But theology apart from a heart captured by the gospel is reduced to dangerous information. It\u2019s ammunition to win an argument. It\u2019s fodder for a blog. It\u2019s food for one\u2019s pride. Theology not rooted in grace and removed from the gospel makes us hard, indifferent, proud, cold, and right all the time\u2026.<\/p>\n
\u2026.My identity was wrapped up in me and my theology and ministry, not Jesus. Grace and the gospel had become theological categories to be mastered, taught, and filed away. My spiritual growth and progress in the faith (whatever that means!) was independent of Jesus and the center of my world. I only gave Him lip service. My assurance was up and down like a roller coaster ride because my eyes were fixed on my performance and my own spiritual navel.<\/p>\n
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