New Cosmology

Shawn McCraney hosts a discussion on New Cosmology, highlighting an upcoming eschatology conference in Salt Lake City, which favors authentic explorations of fulfilled eschatology over traditional theological degrees, and encourages open dialogue among differing views on the subject. Collaborating with Matt Bywater, Shawn also addresses the concept of "Trauma Drama," focusing on the personal growth and maturity of individuals leaving groups like LDS and Scientology behind, and seeks to facilitate peaceful transitions away from past religious experiences.

Shawn presents an interpretation of Genesis 1 and 2 as God re-creating the earth and heavens from chaotic, dark matter, rather than the creation of the entire universe from nothing, challenging traditional views with a focus on the biblical narrative. Additionally, Shawn suggests that while God's characteristics remain consistent, His actions and decisions can change based on His selfless and merciful love, which mirrors the adaptive nature of a compassionate parent.

Shawn's teaching emphasizes the presence and role of the Holy Spirit in both the Old and New Testaments, illustrating that God interacted with individuals through His Spirit before Jesus overcame sin and death. Through scriptural examples, like the filling of Joshua and the presence of the Spirit in John the Baptist and others, Shawn argues against the traditional belief that the Holy Spirit could not dwell within people until the events of Pentecost.

Shawn explains that prior to Christ's incarnation, the Holy Spirit related to human beings in a particular way, but after Christ's death and resurrection, the Holy Spirit evolved into 'the Spirit of Christ,' suggesting a change from its original form. This transformation implies that the Holy Spirit, traditionally viewed as unchanging within the Trinity, adapted through Christ's incarnation and victory, challenging standard Trinitarian perspectives.

The teaching by Shawn highlights the arrival of the "Holy Spirit 2.0" during Pentecost, signifying the inclusion of the Spirit of Christ in believers, as explained in Romans 8. This transformation allows believers to walk not after the flesh but according to the Spirit, alongside the assurance of being children and heirs of God, with the Spirit of Christ guiding and witnessing within them.

The Holy Spirit, as understood before Pentecost, lacked the victorious Spirit of Christ and thus could not permanently dwell in humans, a change brought about by Christ's victory, enhancing its ability to guide humanity. Additionally, Shawn presents a new cosmology characterized by three transformative 'Big Bangs': the creation of the universe, the creation of earth and life, and the spiritual renewal through Christ, each illustrating God's unfolding interaction with the material and spiritual realms.

God created the material universe and humanity, putting His image within humans, with the journey through the First, Second, and Last Adam representing key spiritual transformations; Christ's overcoming of the material world signifies the spiritual source by which all things are renewed. He is both the origin and the guiding light of the universe, translating His presence into the tangible world while urging humanity towards unity and peace.