Its Ok, To Not Be Ok

Background

There have been times in my life, between the confessions of faith, and the realization of that confession that cases momentary weakness of my faith. Times that I’ve prayed, and received a “no” to something I knew was in the word of God but not in His will. This creates an incongruent situation where our emotions don’t line up with our beliefs.

Orthodoxy:

Orthodoxy- generally refers to the adherence to accepted norms, beliefs, or practices, especially in religion. In a religious context, it denotes holding traditional and established beliefs. The term can be applied to various religions to indicate conformity to established doctrines.

Orthodoxy - Ortho is a Greek prefix meaning “right” or “correct”; and doxy means “belief”

In context with Christianity - it means “right belief” in relationship with / or about God

Orthodoxy: This term means "correct belief" and is often associated with adherence to accepted or traditional doctrines, especially in religion. It underscores the importance of maintaining and adhering to established and accepted beliefs.

Orthopraxy:

1. Orthopraxy - Ortho is a Greek prefix meaning “right” or “correct”; and praxis meaning “activity” with the addition of the heart or motive behind the actions.

In context with Christianity - “right action” through the lens of what we believe about Christ and the scriptures

Orthopraxy refers to the emphasis on correct conduct or practice, particularly in a religious or ritualistic context. It focuses on the proper way of performing actions and rituals, as opposed to orthodoxy, which emphasizes correct beliefs or doctrine. In orthopraxy, the right actions, ceremonies, and behaviors are paramount to maintaining religious or moral standards. This concept is often significant in various religious traditions where prescribed practices and rituals play a central role in the faith experience.

b. Example: In many religions, orthopraxy might include rituals, ethical obligations, and day-to-day practices that adherents are expected to follow. For instance, in Judaism, practices like observing the Sabbath and dietary laws are examples of orthopraxy.

Note: Both concepts focus on what is deemed "correct," but orthopraxy is about correct actions and practices, while orthodoxy is about correct beliefs and doctrines.

Orthopathy:

1. Orthopathy: This term is less commonly used but can refer to correct emotions or the management of emotions in a way that aligns with healthy or ideal standards.

"Orthopathy" contextually means "correct emotion" or "correct feeling" within the context of a religious framework, emphasizing the importance of having the correct emotional or spiritual disposition (In a religious context, it might refer to someone's general attitude or orientation toward their faith or spiritual practices).

Feelings of confidence about our salvation need to be tested before they are trusted.

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