When are Human Rights Wrong? (Progressive Gospel | Part 1) - The False Gospel E5

Ethan Hoover & Matthew Maher define terms and dive into what the progressive gospel is, where it came from, and why it's important to know and look out for. Join them in this detailed discussion!

Excerpt: "Human rights may be the banner of the various movements, but human rights are wrong when they contradict what God says is right for humans." -Matthew Maher


What’s Covered in This Episode:

• Season 1 Review: The False gospel, Prosperity gospel, & Psychology gospel.
• Define terms (see definition section):
  • Progressivism
  • Relativism
  • Liberalism
• Understanding human rights as God created them.
• What is the Progressive Gospel?
• Where does it come from?
  • Origin
• What is a Biblical worldview?
  • Pillars of a Biblical Worldview (See resources for document).
• Why is a Biblical worldview important to understanding the Progressive gospel?

Definitions:

• Progressivism is a political philosophy in support of social reform. In the 21st century, a movement that identifies as progressive is "a social or political movement that aims to represent the interests of ordinary people through political change and the support of government actions". Based on the idea of progress in which advancements in science, technology, economic development and social organization are vital to the improvement of the human condition. 
• Relativism is the doctrine that knowledge, truth, and morality exist in relation to culture, society, or historical context, and are not absolute.
• Liberalism is a political and moral philosophy based on liberty, consent of the governed and equality before the law. Liberals espouse a wide array of views depending on their understanding of these principles, but they generally support individual rights (including civil rights and human rights).

Resources:

• What is "Progressive Christianity?" Read here.
• Pillars of a Biblical worldview: View/download document here.
• History of Progressive Christianity: Read here.
• What Progressive Christianity & Prosperity Gospel Get Wrong About Jesus: Watch video here.

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