In April we had our first ever webinar. It featured Dr. James K. A. Smith, as he discussed how the things we love shape us more than anything else, and how those loves take seat in our hearts. We are glad to share this webinar with you on this month’s blog…
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“Unenforceable obligations are beyond the reach of the laws of society. They concern inner attitudes, genuine person-to-person relations, and expressions of compassion which law books cannot regulate and jails cannot rectify. Such obligations are met by one’s commitment to an inner law, written on the heart. Man-made laws assure justice, but a higher law produces love.”…
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The impact of the coronavirus pandemic can be seen across the globe. Many are suffering as their health, family, and finances struggle. In light of these troubles, we may find ourselves asking about the character of God. Is God in control? Is He still good? Last month, Dr. Piotrowski spoke at Castleton Community Church to address the sovereignty and goodness of God in the midst of COVID-19….
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“Now here’s the crucial insight for Christian formation and discipleship: not only is this learning-by-practice the way our hearts are correctly calibrated, but it is also the way our loves and longings are misdirected and miscalibrated—not because our intellect has been hijacked by bad ideas but because our desires have been captivated by rival visions of flourishing. And that happens through practices, not propaganda. Our desires are caught more than they are taught. All kinds of cultural rhythms and routines are, in fact, rituals that function as pedagogies of desire precisely because they tacitly and covertly train us to love a certain version of the kingdom, teach us to long for some rendition of the good life. These aren’t just things we do; they do something to us.” …
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