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Finding the Right Hills to Die On: The Case for Theological Triage is unavailable, but you can change that!

In theology, just as in battle, some hills are worth dying on. But how do we know which ones? When should doctrine divide, and when should unity prevail? Pastor Gavin Ortlund makes the case that while all doctrines matter, some are more essential than others. He considers how and what to prioritize in doctrine and ministry, encouraging humility and grace along the way. Using four basic categories...

cases it seems to involve certain myths and genealogies, it seems to be highly speculative and vain (he calls these views “silly” and “irreverent”), and it seems to breed quarreling and dissensions. Repeatedly, Paul commands that Titus and Timothy steer clear of these controversies because they do not produce godliness. Now, we don’t face the same threats that Timothy and Titus faced. But surely we have all witnessed (or been a part of) theological debates that do not advance the godliness of those
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