In our finiteness, we struggle to "put it all together," emphasizing some gospel facets over others.
The cross is often the first thing to go (e.g. prosperity theology). However, pharisaic thinking also rejects the cross in its own way. In its perfunctory presentation of theology, it forgets that Jesus in His humanity asked that the bitter cup be taken from Him, and fell in weakness beneath His cross three times. Like Jesus, religion must bleed and be human.
Another temptation is to see only the supernatural realm. Nature is also revelation, grace builds on nature, and God has chosen to work sacramentally--through and with--nature. We are destined for resurrected bodies. Natural virtues, while not saving, are part of the "total package" of holiness that God intends for us.
The cross and the natural law, both invaluable.
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