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Church History 1700-2004 A.D. Part 7: Liberalism Mark Hagen October 31, 2004. Liberalism : a desire to adapt religious ideas to fit modern views of science, philosophy, and culture All religions have evolved. All beliefs must pass the test of reason.
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Church History 1700-2004 A.D.Part 7: LiberalismMark HagenOctober 31, 2004
Liberalism: a desire to adapt religious ideas to fit modern views of science, philosophy, and culture • All religions have evolved. • All beliefs must pass the test of reason. • The Bible is not supernatural or infallible. • Sin is seen as imperfection, ignorance, maladjustment, and immaturity. • Religion must be practical. Church History 1700-2004 A.D.Part 7: Liberalism
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