My opinions on “Liberation Theology” have touched a nerve.

Posted on by Dennis Robbins

My interaction with a tweet by Megan Basham brought out an interesting exchange…intelligence did not appear to be a hallmark of the response from the other side.

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Liberation theology, for those not in the know, is less about saving souls and more about saving face for political gain, twisting the teachings of Christ into a Marxist manifesto with a halo. It’s a bait-and-switch, where the bait is faith and the switch is a radical socio-political agenda, far removed from the core tenets of Christianity that have shaped centuries of tradition.

So, while Obama might have played the part of the pious man at church, his ideology was more aligned with the revolutionary zeal of Che Guevara than the divine mission of Saint Paul.

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Here are some notable contemporary Christian thinkers who have critiqued or warned against Liberation Theology, often due to its perceived alignment with Marxist ideologies or its potential to distort traditional Christian teachings:

Carl F. H. Henry – Although more known for his contributions to evangelical theology, Henry’s work often touched on socio-political issues. His critique of liberation theology would stem from his advocacy for a theology grounded in scriptural authority rather than socio-political ideologies.

R.C. Sproul – A Reformed theologian, Sproul has written extensively on theology and has been critical of liberation theology for what he sees as its departure from orthodox Christian doctrine. His emphasis on the sovereignty of God and the centrality of the gospel could lead to a critique of liberation theology’s focus on social justice over spiritual salvation.

Norman Geisler – Known for his systematic theology and apologetics, Geisler has addressed liberation theology in his broader critiques of theological liberalism. His works often emphasize the need for an unchanging biblical foundation.

John Piper – Piper, while primarily known for his pastoral work and writings on Christian hedonism and the sovereignty of God, has commented on the dangers of aligning too closely with political ideologies like Marxism, which is often critiqued in discussions about liberation theology.

Albert Mohler – As president of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Mohler has often critiqued movements within theology that he sees as undermining traditional Christian values, including aspects of liberation theology.

Michael Horton – A professor at Westminster Seminary California, Horton has written critiques of liberation theology from a Reformed perspective, focusing on how it shifts the emphasis from the gospel to political activism.

J.I. Packer – Although his direct writings on liberation theology might not be as extensive, Packer’s emphasis on evangelical orthodoxy and his critique of theological trends that stray from biblical fidelity would naturally extend to a critical view of liberation theology.

These thinkers critique liberation theology not necessarily for its concern for the poor or oppressed, but for what they see as its tendency to replace or overshadow core Christian doctrines with political activism, its potential syncretism with Marxism, and its sometimes reinterpretation of biblical texts to fit socio-political agendas. Their works often emphasize the primacy of scripture, the centrality of the gospel message of personal salvation, and the importance of maintaining theological integrity over aligning the church too closely with any political ideology.

Next question🧐

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Oh, how observant! Yes, indeed, it’s just a bunch of old, white, patriarchal dinosaurs who can’t fathom the modern, progressive enlightenment of Liberation Theology.

Here we have these ancient relics, steeped in their Bibles and their traditional values, daring to critique something so fresh and rebellious. They’re like the grumpy old men shaking their fists at clouds, unable to comprehend the revolutionary spirit of mixing Marxism with the Messiah.

They must be trembling in their loafers at the thought of theology being used not just for salvation but for societal upheaval! Oh, the audacity of these theologians with their decades of study, to think they might have a point about preserving the core message of Christianity.

Surely, their critiques must be dismissed simply because of their age, race, and gender, because in the world of progressive theology, those are the only qualifications that matter, right?

Somehow, I must have become an Internet magnet for ignorance.

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