Who Decides Who’s a Christian? (No, Really)

Who has the authority to decide who’s a Christian? The answer might surprise you.Who gets to say who is—or isn’t—a Christian? In a time of rising gatekeeping and division, we dig deep into the history, politics, and mysticism behind the question that won’t go away. From early church schisms to the Imperial Church’s power plays, from accidental Christians to the words of Jesus himself—this episode asks if anyone truly has the authority to decide who belongs.You’re invited to wrestle with humility, authority, and what it means to follow the way of Christ beyond creeds and clubs. Join us as we seek a faith rooted in compassion, mystery, and open doors—not locked gates.Thanks for reading! This post is public so feel free to share it.Thank you for Tips / Donations: * https://ko-fi.com/cedorsett * https://patreon.com/cedorsett * https://cash.app/$CreationsPaths* Substack: https://www.creationspaths.com/New to The Seraphic Grove learn more For Educational Resource: https://wisdomscry.com Social Connections: * BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/creationspaths.com * Threads https://www.threads.net/@creationspaths * Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creationspaths/#Christopagan #CreationSpirituality #ChristianWitch #Paganism #Esoteric #Magic #Druidry #Mysticism #Spirituality #Occult #WitchCraft #Wicca #IrishPaganism #CelticPaganism #Magick #Polytheism #Enchantment #ChurchHistoryChapters:00:00 Introduction: Who is a Christian?00:51 Meet the Hosts: Charlie and Brian01:12 The Core Question: Who Decides Who is a Christian?05:24 Historical Context: Schisms and Heresy06:40 The Doctrine of the Accidental Christian14:13 The Problem with Creeds and Lineage22:16 Apostolic Authority and Early Church Practices29:04 The Oak Church and Christopaganism29:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Get full access to Creation's Paths at www.creationspaths.com/subscribe