ok - back to the question...
What is \"True Orthodoxy\"?
I think the hang-up happens because of the capital T and capital O in the words. If we were not necessarily discussing our belief system, and just using the word \"orthodox\" to mean \"accepted, standard, time-tested and proven\" maybe the discussion wouldn\'t start off on the wrong foot.
So - something that is unorthodox can be innovative and lead to remarkable breakthroughs. Einstein was unorthodox in his approach to Newtonian physics. Kurt Thomas was unorthodox in his incredible maneuovers on the pommel horse. Dr Blalock was unorthodox in his approach to surgery and discoverd that open heart surgery was possible. It\'s something good.
On the other hand, being unorthodox might cross the line where words like \"maverick\", \"renegade\", \"headstrong stubbornness\" come to mind. Dr Kevorkian was unorthodox in his regard for human life and dignity.
Is it possible to discuss \"True Orthodoxy\" regarding our beliefs? I think we would need to find the heart of what we believe, and strip away all cultural influences and nuances that have crept into the way we express our faith. Perhaps that is possible, but is it profitable? It would probably be distasteful to most people as we get into the same old \"(T/t)radition\" discussions.
So - here is my proposal to continue this discussion in a positive manner: How would you express the crux of your belief to someone who wants to know?
I fall back onto Micah 6:8
He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the Lord require of thee but to do justly, love mercy and walk humbly with your God?
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