Doctrine
There are countless numbers of religions, all with their own doctrines. There are political organizations, also with countless doctrines. It seems that the set of beliefs they have each settled in on sets them apart from each other. And therein lies the main difficulty.
I am truly amazed when I pass a house of worship and they have a marquee out front with some pithy saying. What amazes me is how exclusionary these phrases can be. The sayings often espouse a portion of their doctrine, and the underlying suggestion is that this way is the only way. I find the same exclusionary practice in many pieces of political literature.
Yes, I know you’re not supposed to talk about religion and politics, so let’s just focus the conversation on doctrine. When each side sets doctrine aside, progress sets in.
When your focus is principally on your principles, a solution remains out of focus.
I would love to see a sign like this at the entrance way of an ecumenical gathering: “Let’s set doctrine aside and just experience God.”
Capitol buildings could have a sign that reads: “The people we serve deserve more than our dedication to doctrine.”
Do you really care if the person giving you life saving, mouth-to-mouth resuscitation believes the same way you do, or do you just want the mission completed?
Whether it’s politics, religion or your own family, doesn’t it make sense to get past the doctrine and get something done?
If you are dictated to by doctrine, you can only say the same things over and over again. There is no room for something new to emerge that would serve others and you, no matter what hymn book you sing from.
You could spend your whole life defending your doctrine or you could have it there simply as your guide. The latter choice gives you the flexibility and option to accomplish something by periodically setting it aside.
All the best,
John
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