1. The Bible is a collection of writings from a variety of writers over hundreds of years. Each text reflects the character and worldview of the writer and his time.
2. The Bible should be interpreted metaphorically not literally.
3. The story of Adam and Eve, the Virgin Birth, and many of the miracle stories are not to be taken literally. They are mythology at best.
4. The Fall/Redemption model of Christianity is bankrupt.
5. The Traditional image of God as a punisher and judge of humans is false.
6. Hell is out of character for a loving God.
7. We are not to battle against evil but to lay down the sword and cry out to God for help.
8. God is transcendent - beyond sin and evil.
9. God's inmost nature is Love.
10. The path to God is contemplation and prayer and love.
11. God is real.
12. Love God and love your neighbor.
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