One of the ELCA's favorite theologians, Marcus Borg, died a couple of weeks ago. Exposing the ELCA has written about the heretical teachings of Marcus Borg and his extensive connection with the ELCA in the past. (see here) Here is just one quote from Borg, an example of the heresy taught by this “teacher's teacher.” “I learned from my professors and the readings they assigned that Jesus almost certainly was not born of a virgin, did not think of himself as the Son of God, and did not see his purpose as dying for the sins of the world."
As you might imagine, many ELCA leaders were saddened to hear of Borg's death. A thread on an ELCA clergy facebook page contained the following comments -
Link to the closed group ELCA clergy page here.
As you might imagine, many ELCA leaders were saddened to hear of Borg's death. A thread on an ELCA clergy facebook page contained the following comments -
- “Such sad news. I learned so much from this man! He had a brilliant mind and a gentle spirit. Glad I got the chance to meet him and hear him teach in person.”
- “Wonderful thinker, writer, and scholar! He will be missed.”
- “How sad! I just started reading 'convictions' tonight. He made such a huge impact on my faith.”
- “Rest in peace good and faithful servant. Will cherish the books and lessons learned...”
- “He added so much to my understanding of scripture.”
- “A very important figure in modern day Christianity.”
- “Oh no, this is indeed sad news. His writing was the beginning of a whole new way of living Jesus for me.”
- “What a brilliant man and gift through his writing and his teaching.”
- “I love his thinking and writing.”
- “His writings changed my life and ministry.”
- “His writing has been influential in my remaining in ministry. Eternal light......”
Link to the closed group ELCA clergy page here.
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