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Casuistry

Casuistry

Mere Fidelity

May 7, 202450m 2s

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Show Notes

Casuistry is a technical term for a way of reasoning about ethical principles in specific situations. It fell into disuse historically in favor of a more narrative-based view of the world. But some of the Mere Fidelity cast are sensing that there is a felt lack of organized principle application to pastoral situations in the church. Do you agree that casuistry needs to make a comeback? Full show notes at www.merefidelity.com. Timestamps: The Kazooists North American Tour 2024 [0:00] What is casuistry? [2:53] History, Both Catholic and Protestant [5:30] Conflicting Principles [7:46] Proper Context, Lacking Confession [13:58] Practical Application of Practical Application [20:40] Narrative & Principle United [22:08] Moral Reasoning in Paul's Epistles [28:44] Legalism [30:38] First Steps for Pastors [37:05]